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I am firmly convinced that on local government for Ireland they hold a winning position; which by resignation now they will greatly compromise.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Morley: “I am firmly convinced that on local government for Ireland they hold a winning position; which by resignation now they…”
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Morley expresses his strong belief that the current stance on local government for Ireland is advantageous, cautioning against resignation.
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