THE FRONTIERSMEN'S OFFER.

NZ Truth, Issue 539, 16 October 1915, Page 8

THE FRONTIERSMEN'S OFFER.

Dear "Truth," — There is a widespread opinion that Mr. Allen's appeal to the employers of the Dominion is a form of conscription. It is obvious that, according to Mr. Allen's suggestion, if the unmarried men do not enlist they ore to be discharged from their employment regardless of any responsibilities they may have, or the sufferings that may be entailed upon those who may be connected, with them. New Zealand has contributed nobly to the call, and such drastic measures would bring discredit upon the country. " There Is no necessity for conscription m any form m New Zealand. If England has not got it, surely such a small country, In comparison, us New Zealand should not attempt to take the lead m that matter, which, It appears, it is trying to do. Why did Mr. Allen hesitato about accepting the offer made to him lately of 600 Frontiersmen, which strength, it wua said, could be brought up to 1000. They would, If accepted, equip themselves In everything needed, and thus not be any expense to tho country by so doing. Tiiy taking them, there would bo 1000 straight away. Now is Mr. All on 'a chance to raise a number of men. Now b» his opportunity to accept their offer, particularly na the country has been, and la »1111, under great expeJi&e. By accepting tho offer of this large body of men, the country would bo saved somo expense. — Yours, etc-, W. T. Chrifltdiurch.