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Show 118 and enioy the aroma. There is no finer smell uoon the land," he added, laughing. "We shall continue our conversation over the table." As the earth was scraned off, the mats rolled back, and the leaves lifted carefully from the food, the aroma was heavenly, and. not one to be easily forgotten. The flesh of the young pig blended together with the variety of fruits and vegetables created a unique odor tempting the palate with hints of even more delectable pleasures yet to come. Long outdoor tables were prenared, for seldom did the Maori eat within his whare. The food was placed upon the tables. The tables were ^uite low so that everyone could sit uncn the ground to eat. As custom reouired, the men and older boys 11 were served first. The women and children would eat later. When they were all seated, Turi arose to say a few words in honor of the day. "It is a great occasion, m-T oeoole, for this dav Pakeha and Maori sit dox*m in our p_a to feast as brothers. This comes about through the friend-shin of my eldest son to these pakehas, who are our honored guests for having saved the life of my second son. This is a beginning. perha^s some dav a |