NEW ZEALAND MIRROR NO. 26 (MK2)

Two Famous Dolphins...OPO AND PELORUS JACK: Early 1910 footage (Coasts of New Zealand) of a horse and buggy fording river. The passengers are on their way to Pelorus Sound. The legendary dolphin Pelorus Jack, protected by Parliament, has delighted passengers as they journeyed to Pelorus Sound, for more than 30 years. He mysteriously disappeared in 1916.

Forty years later, in 1946, at Hokianga Harbour, the community of Opononi took into their own hands the protection of Opo, the friendly dolphin. Thousands of visitors flocked to the small community to see her. Twelve year old Jill Baker helped Opo overcome the fear of humans.

Back to the Starting-Handle...EARLY CARS IN CHRISTCHURCH: Enthusiasts prepare their vehicles for the Veteran Car Rally. Over 4000 attended the rally held in Dean’s Bush? Riccarton.

Towards Self Government...U.N. INSPECTS SAMOA: Kava is served for the mission of the United Nations Trusteeship Council, headed by Sir John McPherson of the United Kingdom. Kava, dancing and gifts are part of the celebrations for the occasion. A large delegation is here to make reports on the problems Samoa faces in developing towards self government. They also visit other outlying islands.

Leaders in Aerial Farming...TOPDRESSING PILOTS DRAW CROWDS TO PALMERSTON: 4000 attended the world’s first aviation show. Old and new topdressing, tiger moths and many other aircraft are on display. At least 1500 international visitors came for the event. Aerial topdressing displays were viewed by large crowds, many of whom were New Zealand farmers.