N.S.W. BY-ELECTIONS

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LIV, Issue 48, 18 August 1911, Page 5

N.S.W. BY-ELECTIONS

MUDGEE SEAT WON BY LABOR. By Cable—Press Association—Copyright. Sydney, August 17. Mr. Dunn (Labor) has been elected for Mudgee by a majority of 198. LIVERPOOL PLAINS SEAT. Received 16, 4.10 p.m. Sydney, August 16. Mr. Perry (Liberal) was elected for Liverpool Plains by a majority of 3. A recount is certain. THE PARTIES EVENLY DIVIDED. Received 17, 9.18 p.m. Sydney, August 17. Contrary to expectations, the polling in each electorate was slightly lower than at the general election, but altogether the Liberals gained over 1100 votes. The last return was anxiously waited. Previous to its receipt the Liberals led by 36. It was known that it was a labor stronghold. Twenty-five per cent, of the electors, however, did not

vote. The result now is that the Ministerialists have the same representation as the combined Liberals and Independents. It is probable that some Liberals will support the Government pending the TVdistribution of seats and the passing of Supply.

ELECTION IMMINENT. Received 18, 12.30 a.m. Sydney, August 17. Mr. Holman stated officially that Mr. Willis (Liberal) has cosented to allow himself to be nominated for the Speakership. He added that the Government realises it is impotent to deal with contentious matter. Parliament will hold a short session, devoted to preparing for an inevitable appeal to the country at the earliest practicable date.