HIGH COMMISSIONERSHIP.

Manawatu Standard, Volume LIII, Issue 252, 21 September 1933, Page 6

HIGH COMMISSIONERSHIP.

SIR THOMAS AVILFORD RETURNING. Per Press Association. AVELLINGTON, Sept. 20.. An indication that Sir Thomas AVilford did not desire an extension of his present term as High Commissioner and that the appointment would be a new one was given by the Prime Miniter this evening. Mr Forbes said that Mr AA’ilford was not anxious for' a renewal of his appointment. “AVhen I was at Home,” said Mr Forbes, “Sir Thomas AVilford gave no indication that an extension of his present office would be acceptable. From that I gathered that he was anxious to relinquish his appointment when his term expires at the end of this year.” HON. R. MASTERS MENTIONED. AATELLINGTON, Sept. 21. The opinion in Parliament Buildings is that if Sir Thomas Wilford is unable to accept an extension of his term for yet another year, Hon. R. Masters will most likely be his successor. During the tour from which he returned this week Mr Masters has made himself fully acquainted with questions which come within the sphere of the High Commissioner’s duties, and he is considered a very suitable man for the office. Statements have been made that Rt. Hon. J. G. Coates might succeed Sir Thomas AA’ilford, but these are absolutely incorrect.