Naturalisation of the Verkerks family

29 December 1966

The Verkerk family participating in a naturalisation ceremony at the City Council Chambers to become citizens of New Zealand. Pictured is the Mayor of Christchurch, Mr G. Manning shaking the hand of Simon Petrus Verkerk. Behind him is, Gijsbertus Verkerk and their parents Mr and Mrs Verkerk.

Creator: Christchurch Star

Area: Central City / Central Christchurch - South

Source: Christchurch Star Archive

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Naturalisation of the Verkerks family

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