They also realized that the majority of the British Colonies and Dominion produced more or less similar kinds of primary products, and they no doubt felt that they could not hope to dispose of all of these in European markets—they realized the necessity for export markets in the Far East. Similarly, the countries of the Far East realized that they must export their goods not only to Europe and America but also to the countries of the south. Because of the realization of all this, said Dr. Mui, there was a great awakening of "Pacific-consciousness" in Australia and New Zealand, Another thing that greatly impressvd him was the wonderful display of kindness and cordial hospitality shown him on his tour. He gave several examples, including an occasion at Ballarat, the gold mining centre of eastern Australia. An expressed admiration for the wonderful peaches ñe had seen brought him the gift of a large basket of the delectable fruit the next morning. "I was sorry I did not say something about the gold he commented y, he would mention that he had heard people say from time to lime that the Australians were somewhat provincial in their outlook. From his own observation, he could say that he had found them otherwise, for most of them were well-travelled and had an international outlook.
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