CONTROL OF COAL MINES.
IMPERIAL COVERN3TENT’S SCHEME. United Press Association—Copyright. (Australian and N.Z. Cable Assn). (Received Feb. 15. 4.45 p.m.) LONDON, Feb. 15. The Government scheme for taking control of the coal mines has matured. It is similar to that adopted in connection with the railways. The Collier Owners are being guaranteed pre war dividends. In .addition to controlling prodiietiort\und distribution, tbe Government will endeavour to regulate prices and ensure the most economical handling. Mr Guy Calthorpe, manager of the London and Northwestern railway, has been appointed State Controller of Coal Mines. FURTHER PARTICULARS. Australian and N.Z. Cable Assn. (Router’s Telegram.) (Received Feb. 15, 11.40 p.m.) LONDON, Feb. 15. The Press Bureau says tbe Board of Trade assumes possession of all coal mines for the duration of the war. ' Advisory committees will assist tbe Controller of the now depaitment.
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Gisborne Times, Volume XLVIII, Issue 4475, 16 February 1917, Page 5
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