These efforts were in vain , however , as Nevill won the election .
During a fiercely contrasted election , it was alleged , however , that Abraham was ' specially retained to influence and prejudice the colliers and other men against Mr Nevill . '
These efforts were in vain , however , as Mr won the election .
During a fiercely contrasted election , it was alleged , however , that Abraham was ' specially retained to influence and prejudice the colliers and other men against Mr Nevill . '