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Southland Times, Issue 22293, 7 April 1934, Page 9

The lead given to the world by the statesmen of Great Britain was referred to by the Prime Minister (the Rt. Hon. G. W. Forbes) when replying to the toast of “Our Dominion” at the Rangiora High School jubilee celebrations, states the Press. “When I was at the World Economic Conference,” he said, “I met the representatives of 66 nations, and I could not help being proud when I saw how much the opinions of the British statesmen were respected. The British delegation gave the lead on every issue. On the financial policy the delegates waited until Mr Neville Chamberlain had made his speech. All the members of the British Empire and brotherhood must see that this high reputation is maintained,” said the Prime Minister. “We are passing through difficult times, and Britain has difficulties very similar to those of New Zealand, although on a larger scale. However, we have done things that Great Britain and other countries have not attempted. While some of the American banks had to close, nothing of the kind had occurred in New Zealand. Of course, the country has never had to face the difficulties that beset President Roosevelt; but it has its troubles, and is determined to tackle them resolutely.”