THE PRIME MINISTER'S MANIFESTO.
In n manifesto issued 'to. tho electors of New Zealand from Napier last evening the 'rime Minister states that tho Govern niont etandß for:
A policy of sano development along iound progressive lines. Economical administration, • • Fair play to every section of the community. Increased educational facilities for the people.
A vigorous Public Works policy, including ho speedier construction of railways. Improved roading facilities. The vigorous prosecution of the hydroelectric schemes, for which it has taken power to borrow the necessary moneys. Improved shipping facilities, both coastal and overseas.
Tho opening up of new coal mines. The elimination of the profiteer. . The greater encouragement of local industries, including the fruit preserving and fishing industries. Comprehensive housing schemes for all parts of the Dominion, and generally improved employment conditions. It appeals confidently for the support of every loyal citizen in the State so that New Zealand may more efficiently play her part in the great work of industrial reconstruction following upon tho repatriation of our gallant soldier citizens and as an indispensable unit of tho Empire.
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Manawatu Standard, Volume XLIII, Issue 1702, 16 December 1919, Page 5
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178THE PRIME MINISTER'S MANIFESTO. Manawatu Standard, Volume XLIII, Issue 1702, 16 December 1919, Page 5
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