AMALGAMATION OF LOCAL BODIES.
(To the Editor of the Evening Star.)
Sir;— The question of the amalgamation of our various local governing bodies has become one of the greatest importance to the whole of the community. It has long been apparent to every sensible man in the place that local self gorernmenr, is an exceedingly costly luxury, and that we are too much governed—a change could | not be loag delayed. Let us, then, unite and do our best to bring this matter to a speedy and successful issue. This, I take it, is not to be by the manifestation of strong feeling and prejudice, or the use of abusive language, nor so much by mourn ing over the mistakes of the past—although they have been many. Let us clearly ascertain our present position, and manfully strive to get the vessel from the stranded position in which sbe is at present placed, and thus prove ourselves to be worthy of the free institutions under which we live. It will require skilful pilotage to do this. I propose in a few short communications, if you will give me space, to snow how this can be done. I am sure it will require unity of purpose and determined effort on the part of all. . I am, &c, W. Eowk Thames, 11th, 1883.
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Thames Star, Volume XIV, Issue 4503, 11 June 1883, Page 2
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219AMALGAMATION OF LOCAL BODIES. Thames Star, Volume XIV, Issue 4503, 11 June 1883, Page 2
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