STRATFORD-MAIN TRUNK RAILWAY.
Ohura Deputation. By Telegraph. WELLINGTON, Thursday'. On Tuesday last Messrs Loveday and Williams interviewed the Minister for Public Works with reference to start- •* ing the construction work at Ongarue, as promised by the Hon. Hall-Jones to a deputation from Ohura two years ago. The deputation pointed out that if the settlers had to wait until the line came in from the Southern end, settlers would lose all heart, as the line could not reach them for at least ten years. Both speakers made out a strong case for starting at the Northern end and were strenuously supported by Mr Jennings. The Minister's reply was in a similar strain to his utterances when in the Ohura, but further stated that he had not all the data to hand, and Cabinet would have to decide as to the starting at the Northern end.
Mr Jennings also interviewed, the Premier, who is acquainted with the position, and Sir Joseph Ward promised to consult with Mr McKenzie over the matter.
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King Country Chronicle, Volume III, Issue 140, 18 March 1909, Page 2
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169STRATFORD-MAIN TRUNK RAILWAY. King Country Chronicle, Volume III, Issue 140, 18 March 1909, Page 2
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