"Letter From Royal Consulate of Belgium"

"Ralph. L. Cooke. Esq.
Superintendent of the Leper Settlement
Kalaupapa. Molokai.

In the name of His Majesty, Kin Leopold III of Belgium, in the name of His Government as well as in my own, I wish to extend to you our very sincere thanks and appreciation for your very efficient help in connection with the removal of the Reverend Father Damien's mortal remains from Kalawao, Molokai.

The arrangements you made to bring this task to an end were absolutely perfect in all their details, they have been highly praised by all those who were present on this occasion.

I have taken great pride in mentioning your good work in my report to our Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Very respectfully yours,

Victor. H. Lappe.
Consul of Belgium
Honolulu. T. - H."

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