WAITANGURU.

King Country Chronicle, Volume VIII, Issue 721, 14 November 1914, Page 2

WAITANGURU.

Own Correspondent,

Mr C. K. Wilson, Government candidate tor the Taumarunui electorate, paid a visit to this district on 3rd inst, and addressed the settlers on matters pertaining to politics. His meeting had been well advertised and a large number of paople of both sexes, numbering fifty, gathered at the hall. Mr C. P. Frederickson was voted to the chair. In a few preliminary remarks the candidate wholeheartedly congratulated the people on the progress and prosperity of their district, which was very promiently visible. As an instance in pointing this out he referred with special stress to the butter factory. Sut a few years ago, he said, .standing bush marked the spot where the factory now stands, and to-day the settlers are having their own produce manufactured in their own district. He predicted a great future for the district. Mr Wilson then began a lengthy address on matters pertaining to Parliament and New Zealand generally, making first reference to the three main States Advances Departments —Settlers, Workers, and Local Bodies Departments He then pro ceeded with loans, etc., making special mention of the Pungarehu loan. In detailing the rising of this loan he gave some very useful information, clearing up in connection there with items which had remained obscured. Subsequently he made lererence to the qupstions of inland settlement, Civil Service, defence both land and naval, Old Age Pensions, workers homes, and the appointment of Mr Royd Garliek. In dealing with these subjects he defended the Government's policy, and paid high tributes to Mr Massey as its leader. He expressed his views very decisively, utterly devoid of any political party bias. Any credit du«s to his apponoents was bestowed unlimited on them by the speaker, and this marked appreciable attitude was largely responsible for the thorough success of the meeting. In terminating his address, the member reminded them of election day, at which time to remember to cast their vote on merit alone. If he was again returned at the head of the poll he would conclude that the majority of the people Were satisfied with his past work and he would then further strive to make his services worthy of their renewed support. Before resuming his seat Mr Wilson invited questions, but few were forthcoming, which were answered promptly and satisfactorily. Mr H. Thorns moved a very hearty vote and thanks to, and confidence in, Mr Wilson, which was carried unanimously. Through the liberality and kindness of Mr V. L. Jackson, a very appetising supper was served round, and was thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated.