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Equipment. —lt is necessary that the corps' equipment be organized on more efficient and up-to-date lines. A specimen chest of drugs and instruments has recently been designed for local use, and a good trial will be given to this. Captain Reid, who lately returned from England, has submitted a report on the British Army Veterinary Service which should prove of value in organizing the corps in order to bring it into line with modern requirements. During the year Lieutenant J. H. Primmer, A.V.C. (unattached), joined the corps. Major Neale has been transferred to the reserve of officers, while Captain Edwards tendered his resignation on leaving New Zealand on his return to England. In conclusion, I have to express my high appreciation of the services rendered by Veterinary officers, and also the many courtesies extended to myself and members of the corps attending camps by officers of the Staff and Territorial Forces. C. J. Reakbs, Lieut.-Colonel, Director. Approximate Cost of Paper. —Preparation, not given ; printing (2,000 copies, including map), £45.

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