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WORK OF DOMINION PREMIERS. POSITION MADE CLEAR. i«J GABLB— PBEBB ASSOCIATION—COPYEIOHI Received Oct. 17, 10.15 a.m. LONDON, Oct. 16. ■ Disclaimers are given in reference to the idea that there is any definite understanding between the members of the British Cabinet and the Dominion Premiers concerning the tariff reform campaign, the Premiers stressing the ;position that they are entitled only to to enlighten the public here .of the great potentialities of the overseas countries, and may offer personal •opinions as to how development is feasible, biit they are not attempting "%to interfere in Home politics. There is another aspect of preference -which may be said to have definitely ■advanced as a consequence of Mr. Bruce's visit. It is stated on reliable ■authority that.Mr. Bruce had cordial . "Conversations with- Mr. Mackenzie "King, laying the foundation o.f a detailed understanding concerning the fiscal relations between Australia and •^Canada., which will be further developed while Mr. Bruce is visiting .Canada. — .Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn.