Item 02: W. E. Bendrey diary, 6 October 1915-19 June 1916 - Page 15
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Nov 3 all the time. Repeated all this four or 6 times. Last time he placed both hands in front face then wiped face with 'em praying hardest all the time. Repeated this twice. Eyes open all the time I think. He then donned shoes, hopped up, & did a bunk. (Mafeeesh)
Rec'd cable from Mum 22 (WE) words, re parcels & letters.
4 Weight 150 pounds. Am having meals in mess hut now, Sent weekend Cable Mum 9 wds 7/8½: Had walk round Heliopolis & visited American Mission. Saw woman (native) wearing wooden shoes fastened on by one strap
Have since discovered that the praying native washed face hands & feet before starting, & face & hands at finish. His towel, a large bandana, he lays in front of him, & places therein a charm or some darned white looking thing.
5 Cloudy & cold. Looks like rain. Read Sept's "Life" from cover to cover. Have asked for discharge from Hospital. By gee the Maoris are a fine lot of chaps! Strong, & well built.