Harata Solomon
Harata Ria Te Uira Solomon QSO (née Parata; 22 January 1925 – 20 July 1993) was a notable New Zealand teacher, entertainer, community leader and leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Of Māori descent, she identified with the Ngati Raukawa, Ngati Toa and Te Ati Awa iwi. She was born in Ōtaki, New Zealand, in 1925.[1] She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was a local leader in the Relief Society.
In the 1990 New Year Honours, Solomon was appointed a Companion of the Queen's Service Order for community service.[2]
References[]
- ^ Solomon, Eleanor Ria. "Harata Ria Te Uira Solomon". Dictionary of New Zealand Biography. Ministry for Culture and Heritage. Retrieved 23 April 2017.
- ^ "No. 51982". The London Gazette (2nd supplement). 30 December 1989. p. 30.
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