The Archive · 1911

Bonar Law. (Cheers

PROPOSER AND SECONDER

Mr. Walter Long, amid enthasirism, proposed Mr. Bonar Law as Leader. He eulogized Mr. Balfour's services in the House of Commons and said that they would continue to be priceless in future years. He affirmed that Mr. Austen Chamber-Lain and himself were in absolute agreement regarding the new leadership and had entire confidence in Mr. Bonar Law's guidance for the future. He laid great emphasis on Law's business training. (Cheers.)

Mr. Austen Chamberlain seconded the proposal. He explained that the voting between Mr. Walter Long and himself was certain to be close and in consequence roth had agreed to support Mr. Bonar Law, who was certain tense to great heights. (Cheers.)

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