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Mention must also be made of the willing co-operation of other Departments of State, of Catchment Boards, and of local bodies. The Council records its appreciation of the very cordial relations which exist between its staff and those of the various Catchment Boards. OBITUARY It is with deep regret that the Council records the deaths during the year of MrT. G. G. Beck, original member and former Chairman of the Council, and of its Engineer, Mr. A. P. Grant. STAFF The Council again wishes to record its appreciation of the services rendered by its small and efficient staff. Signed on behalf of the Soil Conservation and Rivers Control Council: W. L. Newnham, M.1.C.E., Chairman.

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