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_ As we stand on the threshold of a New Year, we may well take time for reflection and resolution, time to examine in retrospe ect the accomplishments -of the past and carefully chart our course for the future. May we allthenat — this happy season look back and render thanks to the Giver of All Good Gifts ~~forthe blessings thathavecome tous during theoldyear and, atthe same time,

_ré8olve to go forward with renewed faith and courage tr the New It ts tn=—————

‘ deed well for Governments and individuals to remember our blessings and plan carefully for each tomorrow.

-Your Government has been invested with a responsible and sacred duty. With your support and a common unity of purpose, we shall go forward to make this beloved Island a place of peace, goodwill and contentment, with ; prosperity for all. May we then dedicate ourselves to this great tase and, as the sound of bells comes to us, may they truly - - -

Ring eut false pride in pla and blood, : 7 oo. ee And Ancient ferms of party/strife, Leg Ring in the love of truth and right; , athe Ring In the common love of good; 7

Ring In the valiant man and free, The larger heart, the kindlier hand,

. Ring in the nobler modes of life, re Ring in @-thousand years of peace.

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To the people of this province and on behalf of the Government I extend — fo you a sincere wish for happiness, peace and prosperity in the days ahead.

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