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Elected and official members of the Jamaica Legislative Council rejected a proposed change in the Jamaican Constitution, offered by the British Government, that elected members should have a permanent majority in the Council, with the appointment of five members by the Government and Executive Council. It was asserted that the proposed change would be a retrograde step, likely to lead to a purely Crown Colony. The fear was expressed that successive Governors might exercise over-riding power in certain matters and be supported by the Colonial Office.
A memorial service was held at tho Cathedral of Notre Dame, Paris, by the League of ex-Soldier Priests. Figures are published, showing that 3101 priests, 1517 members of religious orders, and 335 nuns lost their lives on the battlefield, in the front line, and in hospitals and dressing stations, during the war.
The issue of Spanish Treasury bonds amounting to 225,000,000 pesetas was over-subscribed three times. This is regarded as an indication of confidence in the present regime.
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New Zealand Times, Volume LIII, Issue 12609, 20 November 1926, Page 3
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166CABLE MISCELLANY New Zealand Times, Volume LIII, Issue 12609, 20 November 1926, Page 3
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