H.—l4,

Conclusion. To the Permanent Heads is due a record of my appreciation of the loyal and valuable assistance freely given during the past year. I am also sensible of the diligent and conscientious work of the staffs of all Departments. Accompanying this report is the statistical data for the past two years. The previous year's figures were not available at the time of my report owing to the findings of the Appeal Board not being available. All of which is graciously submitted for Your Excellency's consideration. Public Service Commissioner's Office, Commissioner. Wellington, Jst August, 1926.

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