Lehner, Philip N., 1964-1965
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Lehner P. 1964 151 Nov. 14 - continued & Time which was met by roars of laughter and was then translated for us by Frank House; her speech went something like this: she was greatly moved by this evening's performances and festivities - when we depart it will leave a lump in her throat - she has fallen in love with the one with the beard (at this point everyone turned to look at me and laugh) - she has room in her heart for no one else; during the speech she removed a lei from her head and held it as if she was about to come to me and make a gift of it - I was quite relieved when she merely sat down after her speech; when the laughter had subsided, Jim stepped forth and gave a speech expressing our great admiration for the people, their outlook on life and their most generous hospitality; we then left amid throngs of crowding natives; Jim talked Dave, George and myself into staying on the island overnight with him; the four of us sat around outside the assembly hall for awhile singing American songs to the natives (mostly children); our attempt to sing at the party tonight had been another big flop; as the hour approached 1:00 A.M. we inquired where the S.O.A. (Seventh Day Adventist) School was and (over)