THE HIGH COMMISSIONERSHIP.

Hawera & Normanby Star, Volume XLVIII, Issue 8177, 18 March 1905, Page 2

THE HIGH COMMISSIONERSHIP.

The conclusion arrived at by the Sydney Morning Herald that Mr Seddon intends to take the High Commissionership has revived the controversy in connection therewith. Speculating upon the sibject the Lyttelton Times says : "It is obvious when he talks of his readiness <j serve the colony in any capacity that the High Coimnissionership is the only alternative to the Premiership. He could not become a subordinate member of the Ministry, nor assume the non-political control of any public department, nor ampt the Speakership of cither branch of tho Legislature." Our contemporary, after further discussing the matter, appeals to Mi Seddon to make a definite announcement which will set tho repetition of disquieting speculation at rest, and give the country a better idea of the immediate political future." The spectacle created by the reticence of the Cabinet and the myateriousness of the Premier respecting the appointment is unique. When the Bill was before the House it was urged with vehemence that the creation of the high office waa essentially necessary in i ordei 1 to uphold tne dignity of the colony ; but months have elapsed aud the office remains unfilled. All New Zealand is waiting for the Premier to speak. It is a tribute to Mr Seddon's power that he can so selfishly toy with the position and the public without incurring retributive displeasure.