UNEMPLOYED RELIEF.

Waikato Times, Volume 113, Issue 18947, 17 May 1933, Page 9

UNEMPLOYED RELIEF.

| (To the Editor.) ! Sir, —I have read with Interest the appeals on behalf of our local unem-’ ployed, and can foresee the ready response from the Hamilton citizens, •I who seem always willing, within their means, to assist. At this stage I would like to make a suggestion: It is almost definite | that a reduction of rates will be brought about this year, which means to the average householder a saving of a very few shillings a year, but admittedly to the business people a far greater saving. Would not it be a greater sacrifice to let the rates stand and use the amount of a possible reduction in making up the unfortunate relief worker's time to that which is due him and do away with the sixhour cuts? This extra money will immediately go into circulation, and more than likely the business firms would benefit to a far greater extent than by a reduction in rates. I trust that this matter will be given serious thought by the Mayor and councillors. I believe it will be a stepping-stone to happier days for us all. —I am, eto., PROGRESS. Hamilton, May 15, 1933. i