DESCRIPTIVE SKETCH OF NEW ZEALAND. 



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two thousand tons, and with the charming little township of Kilbirnie nestling upon the 

 slopes at its back. Turning the head to the opposite direction, a view is obtained of 



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the pretentious quarter known as Thorndon, with its fine residences and lovely gardens, 

 and nearer the city proper such striking edifices as Government House, the Parliament 



