SUNDAY PICTURES
The decision of the council to shut the picture theatre now open on Sunday and their refusal to consider opening other theatres is something liberty-loving citizens should not tolerate. The council was not elected by Sabbatarians or religious fclk but by the broad mass of the people, and it is their wishes which should be carried out. There is no need of a formal vote on the question; just open the places of amusement and let the "votes" paid in admission charges decide the matter. It seems to be overlooked that, like members of Parliament, councillors are servants of the people and must carry out the commands of those who elect them and not pander to the bigotry of the minority. Why don't the religious fclk who want to deny others the liberty they claim for themselves put the matter to a test of public approval? E. W. FLINT.'
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Auckland Star, Volume LXXVI, Issue 85, 11 April 1945, Page 4
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