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Gisborne Times, Volume XXVI, Issue 2173, 24 April 1908, Page 3

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LATE BRITISH PREMIER. A PEACEFUL END. LLOYD-GEORGE. Uni tod Press Association—Copyright LONDON, Ayril 22. Sir H. Campbell-Bannerman was only partially conscious throughout tho night, ilo died peacefully, but rather suddenly at 9.15 this morning, in tho presence of his nieco ami doctor. The King and Mr. Asquith wore immediately informed. There is a stream of callers at Downing Street. * It is understood that tho body will lie buried at Belmont, Scotland. Sir 11. Campbell-Bannerman’s oldest brother is in a critical state. Air. Lloyd-George, at Manchester, eulogised Sir H. Campbell-Bannerman as a great public figure, the most lovable and bravest politician he had over met. i eland had lost the truest friend, and every section of tho Empire was similarly bereaved. TRIBUTES FROM POLITICAL OPPONENTS. REFERENCES BY CONTINENTAL NEWSPAPERS. (Received April 23, 11.2 G p.m.) LONDON, April 23. Dr. Burnet, who attended Sir H. Campbell-Bannerman, interviewed, said lie was a most plucky and pleasant patient. Ho manifested, when aware that he was dying, the greatest fortitude. Messrs. Rtmciman, C. F: CM asterman, and other Liberal members, in speeches on Wednesday evening, hastened to acknowledge that some of the most genuine and generous tributes to Sir H. Campbell-Bannerman came from political opponents. Mr. A. Henderson, Labor member, speaking at York, said Sir H. Camp-bell-Bnnnorinan was one of the Labor Party’s most sincere friends. German, French, and Italian newspapers describe Sir H. Campbell-Ban-nerman as a great idealist and a lover of peace.

NATIONAL GRIEF. - KING EXPRESSES SORROW. (Received April 23, 11.36 p.m.) LONDON, April 23. Sir H. Oampbell-Bannerman’s death was received with great- sorrow throughout the United Kingdom. The King and Princo of Wales sent messages of condolences. Air. Balfour leaders of all parties, the. Lord Mayor, public todies, sovereigns of other countries, and colonial and foreign Governments all sent messages. Flags were lowered on many public buildings. , ' » The press attribute the unanimous general affection and esteem in which Sir Henry was held to the simplicity of his character and his self-abnega-tion and persevering service to the State. The first part of the funeral service will bo conducted at Westminster Abbey at noon on Monday, and tho burial will take place at Meiglo on Tuesday. The “Daily Mail's” Copenhagen correspondent reports that King Edward remarked that Sir H. CampbellBannerman had been a faithful servant to his country. “I am truly sorry N he is gone.” The “Times,” in discussing coming stormy questions in Parliament, says: We will miss Sir H. Campbell-Ban-nerman’s pacific and tactful presence and cheerful common-sense. The “Chronicle” emphasises his sincerity, and the many triumphs due to liis tact. The “Daily News”praises his transparent honesty. The “Daily Telegraph” comments on the late Prime Minister’s candour and consistency. Tho “Standard” says he always played with the cards on the table. The “Daily Mail” and tho “Morning Post” eulogise liis keeping of the foreign affairs of India, and of tlie army and navy on national linos outside of party controversy.