Polling at Newbury: There was naturally great interest manifested at Newbury, the centre of the division, and also the headquarters of both parties. Since the opening of the campaign there has been ample evidence of the activity that prevailed in political circles … (long article) … The Liberal candidate has found an enthusiastic band of workers in the members of the Newbury Liberal Club, who with Mr. Councillor Midwinter as chairman, have spared neither time nor trouble to promote Sir John’s return. Mr. H. Hedley Osborne has acted as election Agent. The Conservatives had the advantage of a very complete organization. Twenty-one canvassing committees were formed for the borough, presided over by Mr. Walter Money, chairman of the Newbury Polling District … (continues) … the Conservatives had the services of a large number of carriages and vehicles, the disposition of which were under the control of a committee … (continues) … The Liberals were not so well provided with vehicles, amongst those lending being Mr. Arbuthnot, Mr. Midwinter (2), Mr. H. Baker, Mr. Bowden (2) Mr. Dolton, Mr. Pinsent, Wash Common, Mr. Whitington, Mr. A. J. Chivers and others.
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GRO0369 Hennock: Gilbert Pinsent: 1840 – 1918