BRITISH AND FOREIGN ITEMS

Hokitika Guardian, 20 September 1917, Page 1

BRITISH AND FOREIGN ITEMS

fPKIt PJIRSS ASSOCIATION. —COPYRIGHT.] A GREAT SCHEME. f ACSTH AI.TAN it X . 7.. dABT.Ii ASSOCIATION] LONDON Sept, 14 The newspapers reveal an extraordinary proposal for the formation of a company called the British Corporation Svi tli a capital of £1,000,000,000, to develop and distribute the Empire’s produce under a system of co-partner-ship with Labour. Lord AYilloughby do Broke invited a number of guests to dinner at the Savoy Hotel to hear the syndicate’s pro jeet. No names wore given, but several leading men were prominent .on the dinner list. -i.r. Lloyd George and Mr. Auckland Goddos (father of Sir Erie Geddos, FirstLord of the Admiralty) have denied their acceptance of the scheme, which is not connected with the Empire liesources Development Committee. THE NEW GOVERNOR. ST. JOHN'S (Newfd'ld.) Sept. U. Sir Walter Davidson Governor-elect of New South "Wales, is a man of six feet, with a. robust, military apearaneo. He is logical hut not a fluent speaker. He possesses a strong personality, and is a broadminded .Liberal imbued with Democratic principles. Nevertheless he maintains a firm adherence to strict duty as a constitutional administrator . He is fervently Imperialistic and an advocate for the closest cementing of the bonds of unity between, the Mother Country and her dominions. Sir Walter displays sound judgment in the diplomatic handling of contentions matter. He .is a tirelss worker. Since the war lie has circumnavigated the island, urging a response to the call to arms. He gained the confidence, respect and affection of the people more than any predecessor. An extension of his term would he welcomed. The whole conntry press eulogises Sir Walter Davidson who anticipates the filling of his new office with keen pleasure and pride.