Comprised the British possessions in Papua (New Guinea), and in Torres Strait; entrusted to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart. The priests, nuns and brothers minister in 8 different languages from 10 central stations, and 79 secqndary stations, to about 34,000 scattered in 504 villages.
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