London vid Bombay, 1th March.
In the bye-election at Rye, to replace Col. Arthur M. Brookfield, Conservative, appointed Consul at Monte Video, Dr. Charles Fredk. Hutchinson, Liberal, received 4,910 votes, and Mr, Boyle, Unionist, 4,3 votes.
In consequence of the striking tories of the Opposition at Woolwich and Rye, a number of Liberals have notified the party leaders of their willingness to become candidates in Ministerial strongholds, The Unionist papers admit that the Rye election means discontent with the Government.—Reuter.
the last general election the figures at Rye were Gol. Arthur A.
Brooktielt (Conservative).
Charles Fredk Hutel son, ALD.
(Liberal).
20th March.
Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman speaking at Leeds, said that the Liberal policy of twelve a was not in but only put aside for a favourable opportunity which is now coming—Reuter.
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