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No. 295. —Petition of Albert W. J. Shutt, of Dunedin. Praying for light employment as a recompense for a disability allegedly received while undergoing military examination. I am directed to report that the Committee has no recommendation to make. 6th March, 1933.

Special Report. I have the honour to report that the members of the Defence Committee desire to place on record their cordial appreciation of the ability, tact, and unfailing courtesy during the session manifested by the Chairman, Mr. Dickie, in the conduct of the business of the Committee ; and the members of the Committee further desire that this resolution be recorded in the minutes of the Committee, and also that it be reported to the House. 6th March, 1933. A. M. Samuel, _ Member of the Committee.

Special Report. I have the honour to report that the Defence Committee desires to place on record its appreciation of the efficient services rendered by the Clerk of the Committee, Mr. C. Wright, and, further, desires this resolution to be recorded in the minutes of the Committee, and be reported to the House. 6th March, 1933. H. G. Dickie, Chairman.

Final Report. I have the honour to report that during the present session the Defence Committee, consisting of ten members, has held six meetings, the average attendance being five. The business referred to the Committee consisted of eleven petitions, ten of which were considered and reported on, and one deferred. 6th March, 1933. H. G. Dickie, Chairman.

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