THE PROHIBITION POLL.

Waikato Times, Volume 90, Issue 14027, 2 April 1919, Page 5

THE PROHIBITION POLL.

Electors who are still undecided as to how they will vote at the forthcoming Prohibition poll* will do well to calmly analyse the arguments presented by both The Trade and the Prohibition Party. Supporters of the liquor traffic are mainly relying on the old catch cry of "Wowsers" in their efforts to discountenance arguments 1 put forth by those in favour of reform. It is well, therefore, to remember that an absolutely impartial and unbiassed report on the value of Prohibition to the nation is available for the consideration of everyone. The National Efficiency Board considered the liquor business and heard evidence fro mevery -section of the communitv. The Trade placed its facts before the Board, and so did the Prohibition advocates, while the other sections of the I community farmers, business folk, and workers also gave evidence. I Glance over the names of the members !of the Board which heard the evi- ! dence. There is not one of them to whom the term "wowser" could bo remotely applied. Then read the reasons I outlined in their report recommending j National Prohibition with compensation. The Board expressly stated that it had purely considered the matter from the point of view of national wealth and efficiency, and no moral considerations were allowed to woitrh vnth it?''Every patriotic citizen should be rruided by its decision. Therefore, strikn out the top line on Thursdav. ; April 10. 37