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No. 71. —Petition of Marjory H. Brindle, of Wellington Praying for compensation for the death of her husband, allegedly due to injuries received while serving in the Forces. I have the honour to report that, the honourable member who presented the petition having intimated to the Committee that he wishes the same to be withdrawn, the Committee recommends that leave to withdraw it be granted him accordingly. 6th November, 1947. No. 78. —Petition of L. H. Burney, of Marshlands Praying for additional compensation in respect of loss allegedly caused through the construction of defence works on his property. I have the honour to report that the Committee recommends that this petition be referred to the Government for most favourable consideration. 13th November, 1947. No. 101.—Petition of R. Voyce, of Te Kuiti Praying for compensation for deterioration in health allegedly due to illness contracted while on indefinite leave without pay from the Armed Forces. I have the honour to report that the Committee has no recommendation to make in regard to this petition. 13th November, 1947. Patriotic and Canteen Funds Bill I am directed to report that the Defence Committee has carefully considered the Patriotic and Canteen Funds Bill, and recommends that the Bill be allowed to proceed without amendment. R. M. Macfablane, Chairman. 21st November, 1947.

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