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The result as a whole is not one with which

we can profess to quarrel. In this context, however, it must be pointed out that it would be the greatest possible mistake for those who share the Spectator view to relax any of their efforts in favour of the return of Unionist and Tariff Reform candidates There is now not the slightest fear of votes for Tariff Reform candidates resulting in the establishment of Tariff Reform. But such votes are still urgently needed in order to prevent the present Government carrying out its ruinous policy as regards the Union, the Lords, Socialism, and Disestablish- ment. All Unionist Free-traders in the constituencies still to poll should redouble their efforts to prevent the return of Ministerial candidates.