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No. 1/1948 —Petition of Wong Pang Lung Praying for an entry permit into New Zealand for his wife and daughters, or alternative relief. I have the honour to report that the member presenting the petition having requested permission to withdraw it, the Committee recommends that he be allowed to do so. 13th October, 1949.

No. 95/1948 —-Petition of G-. H. Russell Praying for inquiry into certain business transactions and for compensation. I have the honour to report that the Committee has carefully considered this petition, and has no recommendation to make. 13th October, 1949.

No. 66 —Petition of H. C. Wheeler Praying for retrospective payment of age-benefit. I have the honour to report that the Committee has carefully considered this petition, and recommends that it be referred to the Government for favourable consideration. A. M. Finlay, Chairman. 13th October, 1949.

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