The fire, which started about 12.45pm, is supposed to have originated among a quantity of flax hemp stored in the building. St John's diamond jubileeThe diamond jubilee of St John's Church, Waikouaiti, is to be celebrated to-day, and in connection therewith a short history of Waikouaiti and the chronicles of St John's Church have been compiled by the vicar, the Rev E. J. Neale. It is not yet the good fortune of many churches in the dominion to claim recognition to 60 years' activities, but St John's can certainly claim this distinction. The President (Mr A. M'Kinnon), on behalf of the residents, warmly welcomed home the boys. Second Lieutenant Fisher, on behalf of his mates, thanked the residents for the great welcome.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 25, 2019 15:45 UTC