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George Baxter, the Rev. J.…
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Auckland
Date:
5-Dec-2023
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George Baxter, the Rev. J. Waterhouse superintending the landing of the missionaries the Rev Charles and Mrs creed at Paranake (Taranaki), New Zealand, a contemporary advertisement and Wesleyan Mission description of the event inset on the reverse, 'Our reception among the natives was very encouraging. As soon as Mr & Mrs creed approached the shore, in the boat, they began to cry out 'Emata' 'Emata' that is 'O Mother' ' O Mother' and seven females immediately ran into the sea, up to their shoulders, caught her up in their arms, and carried her on shore …., coloured print, London 1844, 30 x 41 cm framed & mounted. Ellis 167. Provenance: Estate of John Lawford.
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Unclassified