Talk:Dillon Bell

Latest comment: 13 years ago by Schwede66 in topic Resignation during 2nd Parliament

Resignation during 2nd Parliament edit

There's some uncertainty about when Bell resigned from the 2nd Parliament. According to Wilson, he resigned on 10 October 1856 (and Wilson is a very reliable piece of work). Contemporary newspapers report the speaker reading out his resignation on 10 April 1858 (although it's always the same report): Otago Witness, Daily Southern Cross, Nelson Examiner and New Zealand Chronicle. This is just a selection - the report appeared in quite a few other papers, too. It would be good to clarify what went on. Schwede66 12:44, 3 July 2010 (UTC)Reply