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Pacific Islands Monthly, 17 October 1944Vol. XV, No. 3

Education Tax Unpopular

p. 15 · Read in the full issue

In Samoa?

rwas reported in New Zealand news papers, in September, that the pro posed tax upon the Western Samoans to provide funds for the education of 10 scholars in New Zealand, has not met with the support that had been hoped for by the sponsors, the Fono of Faipule.

Many of the villagers have decided against the proposals, but those respon sible have decided to proceed with the scheme.

New Caledonia’s chief veterinarian, M.

Verges, visited Australia on official busi ness, in September.