BRITISH GOVERNMENT.
APPEAL TO ELECI'OKS.
SHEFFIELD BY-ELECTION.
MacDONALD PRESSES CLAIMS.
By Telegraph—Presa Association —Copyright (Received February 3, 5.5 p.m.) LONDON, Feb. 2,
The Prime Minister, Mr. Mac Donald. has forwarded a message to the electors in the Brightside division of Sheffield, the seat for which is vacant through the elevation of Lord Ponsonby to , the peerage.
In this Mr.- Mac Donald claims that his Government has successfully pursued a policy which commands general approval. It has, he says, upheld Britain's legitimate interests, but has taken every step to improve relations and strengthen the foundations of assured and well-organised peace.
At present tho Government is participating in a vital conference, which seafcs to limit and reduce naval armaments. In thip great task it is essential that the Government shall have the backing of the British people. Finally the Prime Minister appeals to the electors of Brightside to encourage the Government with a unmistakeable vote of confidence.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVII, Issue 20480, 4 February 1930, Page 11
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