Thomas E. Pearson

“ A motor drive on a moderate gradient has been formed up Mount Atkinson, and motor-cars can easily ascend to the top of the hill. On the lower portion of the Reserve, pathways have been formed through the steep bush, to Titirangi Beach, an ideal spot for picnic parties, where bathing may be indulged in, thousands of people availing themselves of the opportunity thus afforded during the summer months. ”

“ The Botanic Gardens occupy an enclosed area, neatly laid out in lawns and flower beds, on the north side of the Main Drive. The greenhouses, of which there are nine, are open daily, Sundays excepted, for public inspection, and are of interest and value to both the amateur and professional horticulturist. ”

“ Some are merely grass plots, which are kept neat, while others are large enough to be described as miniature parks, being replete with flower beds, paths and lawns, where seats are provided.
EMILY PLACE RESERVE.
This Reserve is at the top of Shortland Street, and is kept in neat lawns and flower-beds. St. Paul's Church, the first church erected in Auckland, originally occupied this site. The monument to the Rev. J. F. Churton marks the position which the church occupied.
CITY RESERVES.
Wakefield Street Reserve. ”

“ The figure, which is of heroic size, was the work of Mr. F. W. Pomeroy, R.A., and stands on a granite pedestal, the height overall being 27 feet. It was unveiled by the Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. W. F. Massey, P.C., on November 5th, 1921. ”