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No. 13.—Petition of A. J. Simpson, of Christchurch Praying for a review of his claim for increased war pension and compensation. I am directed to report that the Committee has no recommendation to make. 30th August, 1945.

No. 27.—Petition of A. Mac Donald, of Buchanan's Road, Yaldhurst, Christchurch Praying that, on account of his previous war service, he be enabled to participate in the rehabilitation benefits offered to returned servicemen of the present war in acquiring land for farming. I am directed to report that the Committee has no recommendation to make. sth September, 1945.

No. 39.—Petition of Alma H. D. Ward, of 46 Mulgrave Street, Wellington Praying for compensation for alleged wrongful committal to a mental institution and for increased alimony. I am directed to report that the Committee has no recommendation to make. 26th September, 1945.

No. 3.—Petition of J. J. P. McDougall, of 158 Great North Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland Praying for an inquiry into alleged illegal conduct of a Probation Officer. I am directed to report that the Committee has no recommendation to make. 7th November, 1945.

No. 67.—Petition of W. Smith, of 5 Hall Street, Wellington S. 1 Praying for additional compensation. I am directed to report that in the opinion of the Committee the petition should be referred to the Government for favourable consideration. 14th November, 1945.

No. 88.—Petition of J. P. McDavitt, of 15b Konini Street, Eastbourne Praying that husbands and wives be permitted to use adjoining seats in the galleries of the House. I am directed to report that in the opinion of the Committee the petition should be referred to the Government for most favourable consideration. The Committee is of opinion that the spaces now known as the Ladies' Gallery, together with the Men's Public Gallery, be made available for seating accommodation for both sexes. 14th November, 1945.

No. 98.—Petition of J. Oliver, of 15 Heaton Road, Timaru, and 809 Others ' Praying for local bodies to undertake certain works at Waimataitai Beach, Timaru. I am directed to report the Committee regrets it is unable to make any recommendation. sth December, 1945.

Special Report I am directed to report that this Committee desires to place on record its sense of appreciation of the efficient services rendered by the Clerk to the Committee, Mr. M. S. Pasley. His aptitude to business, his punctual attention to his business, and his uniform courtesy command the respect of the Committee. W. M. C. Denham, Chairman. sth December, 1945.

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