RAILWAY OFFICERS

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 79, Issue 247, 19 October 1936, Page 9

RAILWAY OFFICERS

GOODWILL PROMOTIONS AND 40-HOUR WEEK. STATEMENT BY MINISTER. [Per Press Association] WELLINGTON, Oct. 18. The resumption of goodwill promotions very soon and the introduction of the 40-hour week as soon as possible among the clerical workers of the Railways Department, were mentioned by the Minister of Railways, Hon. D. G. Sullivan, at the annual smoke concert and reunion of the Wellington branch of the New Zealand Railway Officers’ Institute on Saturday night. Mr. Sullivan said that all he could say about the transition to the 40hour week was that there had recently been presented for consideration by Cabinet a report on the introduction of the 40-hour week for the clerical divisions of the service and he hoped that after the session Cabinet would have the opportunity of considering it in all its bearings. “We want to put it into operation as soon as possible,” he said. “We feel friendly toward you and if we can find a reasonable way of getting out of the difficulties which face us we will be only too happy to find that way. Your officers have been interviewing me and pressing it upon me and it will come in the near future.” The Government would be pleased to do something in connection with goodwill promotions. He had every sympathy with the men affected as their position was represented to him. Very soon they would be given some promotion. i FEW WORDS SUFFICE —Shakespeare. Although volumes could be written on the marvellous relief given to thousands by Baxter’s Lung Preserver, it is sufficient to say that “Baxter’s” has been first in favour for 70 years. There is nothing like “Baxter’s” for coughs, colds, sore throats and all bronchial troubles in adults and children. Unique for its pleasant flavour and soothing effect, as well as for its tonic properties. Be sure you get “Baxter’s.” Sold by all chemists and stores 4/6, 2/6 and 1/6.—Advt