THE TIMBER TRADE.
CONFLICTING INTERESTS
(Per Press Association. , ) WELLINGTON, Nov. 9. A deputation from the Federated Builders' Association waited on the Premier to-day and discussed the question of the* duty on imported timber. The President of the Federation said the deputation was well aware that influences had been brought to bear to nullify the report of the Commission, and the builders wanted to make it clear that they were) not in accord with that desire. Evidently the sawmillers had not been able to meet the demand for timber of particular lengths, nor to sell at a price which was acceptable. They urged that greater expansion would be brought about by greater freedom of exportation.
The Premier said he realised how important it was that the building industry should be protected, but it was exceedingly difficult, in view of the conflicting interests, to arrive at a decision which would be effective. He would be glad to see that the matters referred to by the deputation were fully considered when the Government was finally considering the report.
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Manawatu Standard, Volume XLI, Issue 9066, 9 November 1909, Page 5
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175THE TIMBER TRADE. Manawatu Standard, Volume XLI, Issue 9066, 9 November 1909, Page 5
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