Mr William Thorne
Former MP for West Ham Plaistow
Former MP for West Ham Plaistow
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In putting this Question, may I be allowed to thank you, Mr. Speaker, and previous Speakers for the many courtesies I have received during the 38 years I have been a Member of the House? I would like also to thank the Clerks at the Table for similar courtesies.
When the right hon. and learned Gentleman gets definite information, will he be good enough to send it to me?
Can my right hon. Friend say what time the Dissolution on Friday will be so that I can be present and shake hands with some of my old friends?
Former MP for West Ham Plaistow
Entered the House of Commons on 12 January 1906 — General election
Left the House of Commons on 15 June 1945 — General election
Also represented West Ham South
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