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The New Zealand Railways Magazine, Volume 7, Issue 6 (October 1, 1932.)

“The Herald Of Spring.”

“The Herald Of Spring.”

The sketch reproduced on this page might well be named “The Herald of Spring.”

It is the bronze statuette on the Valkyrie Fountain in the Auckland Dornain. Behind is Rangitoto, the famous extinct volcano in the harbour. Near the ti-tree is the railway station.

The Valkyrie Fountain, set in a lily pond, is almost as well-loved as the Peter Pan Statuette in the Oamaru Gardens.

You have probably read in Norse mythology that the Valkyries were the handmaidens of Odin, serving at Valhalla banquets. They also rode through the air to battles and brought back the fallen heroes to Odin.

See how nicely you can paint this picture, then post to “Trainland” not later than 7th November.

Prizes: Photographs of Scenic Resorts; divided between Seniors and Juniors.

State age, full name and address. Age limit, 18.

Results will be printed in the December pages of “Trainland.”

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