SUCCESSOR TO LORD BYNG.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXII, Issue 19209, 24 December 1925, Page 14

SUCCESSOR TO LORD BYNG.

THE GOVERNOR OF CANADA. MANY NOTABLE MEN SUGGESTED. [from our own correspondent.} TORONTO. Nov. 28. Baron Byrig's term as Governor-General of Canada expires next year and a good deal of irresponsible discussion as to his successor is proceeding. Names most prominently mentioned are those of Earl Haig, Earl Beatty, or some member of the Royal family, perhaps the Duke of York or Prince Henry, whose coaching in affairs lias, led to the surmise that some post overseas is in view.

Earl Haig, when approached, intimated that while honoured by the report, he felt, at 64, like a rest. In connection with Earl Beatty, the fact that he has an American wife has been mentioned as a factor. The most recent rumour is that a Canadian, perhaps Sir Robert Borden, a former Prime Minister, or Mr. Justice Anglin, will get the post. Such an appointment would break all precedents, but would be popular with many Canadians.

No doubt the names that are being suggested from time to time are put out as "feelers." Formerly it was the practice for the British Government to make the appointment without consultation with anyone in Canada, but perhaps on the recommendation of somo one in London who was supposed to be in touch with Canadian opinion. Now it is understood the Canadian Government is always consulted.

An announcement is soon due, although a prolongation of the present political uncertainty might cause Lord Byng to reconsider his former decision not to acquiesce in a recommendation from the Canadian Government that his term be , extended.