THE HON. W. ROLLESTON BEFORE HIS CONSTITUENTS. (BY TELEGRAPH.) Christchurch, October 16.

North Otago Times, Volume XXXV, Issue 7270, 19 October 1891, Page 3

THE HON. W. ROLLESTON BEFORE HIS CONSTITUENTS. (BY TELEGRAPH.) Christchurch, October 16.

The Hon. W. Ilolleaton addressed his constituents tit Huavrell to night. 11 is speech was in the main a criticism of the Government policy and their actions throughout the session. The foimation of electorates under a count of hands rather than by considering the interest of communities he objected to. The session had been one of great expectation and little performances. Ministers had a great majority and a good opportunity for serring the country, but they hid to admit that very little good had been derived, and there was a general feeling of hollowness towards its end. Ue took Mr Balance's Wanganui speech to task as too apologetic and indicating weakness. He was exercised very much over Mr Seddon's travelling allowances. These had been incurred to enable him to formulate his policy The Payment of Members Bill accepted by tho Gorernment, the reinstatement of salaries, tho increase in the Supplementary Estimates, and the financial proposals all came in for severe criticism ; their actions in regard to the Bryce episode, the Edward's case, etc., were all dealt with in detail, and the stand taken by the Opposition defended. A few unimportant questions were asked, and one elector criticised tho speech at length and defended the policy of the Government. A vote of thanks and confidence was carried with one dissentient.