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1867: Unveiling of Godley’s Statue

August 8, 2019

By AHNZ

Today in New Zealand History, 8 August 1867, Unveiling of Godley’s statue in Cathedral Square; Christchurch, the city he founded.

“Farewell Cathedral City!- And its Square, Its Founder foundering in a pot of tar.”- W.D.Cresswell poem, c.1935

We may suppose Godley’s statue base was seated in tar seal during this time, making for a the sort of witty poetry I appreciate.


Image Ref. Alfred Charles Barker; Canterbury Museum

Ref.  ‘DISCO

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