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resells the ticket (who is the offender it is desired to
catch) apparently commits no offence. Cases have been taken against such persons for causing an obstruction but it is not always possible to obtain convictions and in any
event that does not bring in the revenue which has been
lost.
3.
It seems likely, however, that this difficulty
will have arisen in some form in the United Kingdom and I should be grateful if you would, if you see no objection,
ask the Excise authorities whether they have in fact met
with it and if so what action has been taken to prevent loss!
to the revenue because of such resales of tickets other
than by authorised agents of the proprietor.
I have the honour to be,
Sir.
Your most obedient, humble servant,
N.L. Smink
Officer Administering the Government.