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and it will probably soon work as smoothly in the case

of tobacco though of course certain inor changes may be

dictated by experience. The regulations and forms are

based on the regulations and forms under the Liquors

Consolidation Ordinance, 1911.

Third schedule: The fee for the a liceneddware-

house was fixed at a fairly high figure because each ad-

ditional licenced warehouse means increased supervision

and consequent expenses, but it is possible that the fee

has been fixed too high and the matter is under considera-

tion. The importers and retailers licences are intended

only to secure information and controjover tobacco gen-

erally,

In my opinion this is an Ordinance to which His Ex-

cellency the Governor may properly assent in the name of

His Majesty and on His behalf.

Attorney General,.

17. 7. 16.