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Lyttelton Times, Volume V, Issue 246, 10 March 1855, Page 3

To the Electors of the 'tbw^6/':l^tteUony r ■"' :_-ENT_EMEN,-—:,-' '-„-. A REQUISITION having been for-: J\- warded to me, calling upon me to allow myself to be put in nomination as a. candidate for a seat in the Provincial Council, as your Representative; I beg io iniorm you that 1 ysii\ be most happy'to respond to your call. "V^eeling anxious that you should be made fully acquainted with the views which I entertain on subjects of public interest, I will state to yoiiaS'concisely as possible the line of policy which I purpose to pursue should I have the honor of representing you in the Council. With reference to religion I am of opinion that it is not advisable for Government to support any particular Church or sect, considering such a system inconsistent with the natural progressof events in a; colony. The Eduoatioriof ihe young, I consider, is a duty -'incumbent upon the Government, and that theiaids in support should be derived from the General revenues of the Province, and not exclusively frdm^tf^^^^^ as in such case only one class of the community would contribute towards them. With reference to the payments' for Waste Lands, I think £2 sufficient, payable in three yearly instalments ; that is, provided the funds necessary for Educational purposes be derived from the General Revenues. I deem it desirable to apportioii part of the proceeds to the, encouragement of Immigration, and part to the carrying but of Public works, subject to annual vote. . lam disposed to protect;the squatting interest until the demand for land for agricultural purposes becomes pressing. I would not in any case ektend the pre-emptive rights of a squatter over any portion of his run beyond 640 acres, to be selected in one block. The opening of roads through the Province, I consider a matter of great moment, and one which I would further in every way in my power; audi should be willing, though as an exception to a principle; to advocate government support in undertakings, which it may be of great importance to hasten, but which.""may/, be found too extensive for private enterprise in 'our present position; ; : .',':-.•••'■.' Should I have the honor of so far pos-sessing-the confidence -of my brother elec-" tors as- to be returned one of your Representatives In the Provm^ Council, I shall ever make it my earnest endeavour to protect your interests, and to assist in carrying out those measures, both local arid general, which will most conduce to the welfare arid progress of this Province. . : ; : I have the honor to remain, Gentlemen,: . Your obedient servant,, Chakles Robert Blakiston. To the Electors of the Town of Lyttelton. -'.■-'-■ Gentlemen,-— ';;.'-.. • I HAVEi received a requisition inviting me to become a candidate for the honor of representing you in the Provincial Council. Understanding from the character of the signatures, that such is the wish of the general body of the Constituency, I have no hesitation in accepting the invitation. Representing as I do the Canterbury Association, the settlement of.whose claims will be one of the subjects to be determined on in the ensuing session of the Council, it is impossible for me not to feel deeply gratified by, this special mark of your confidence. At the same time, I think it right to assure you, that, should your choice fall on me, it is my intention to forbear exercising my vote upon all questions relating to the settlement of the association's affairs. I have the honor to be, Gentlemen, Your very obedient servant, Henby Sewell. To the Electors of Akaroa. Gentlemen, I HAVE-the honor to offer myself as a Candidate for a seat in the Proyincial Council for your District; Should you elect me, your interests, and those of the Province generally, will be carefully watched and protected to the extent of my capability. I am, gentlemen, yours truly, W. S. Moobhocse. Lyttolton, March 6, 1855.