MR J. H. THOMAS.
SERVICES RECOGNISED. LONDON, Jan. 16. Constituents of Derby, in recognition of Mr J- H. Thomas’s representation of them m the House of Commons for 25 years, presented him with a cheque for £2250, which he returned for charities. He also received a gold watch and chain and his wife a dinner Se The 6 'Duke of Devonshire extolled Mr Thomas’s vision, imagination, and courage, and said he would welcome him in the House of Lords. . Mr Thomas emphasised h:s allegiance to the working class, which lie said he would never deny.
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Manawatu Standard, Volume LV, Issue 42, 17 January 1935, Page 7
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