The teachers got wind of it and being possessed by the spirit of the age they went out on strike. They pointed out that they are due to receive five months' salary viz; May—September inclusive but, instead of paying the money due, the authorities want them to be content with one and a half month's salary until such time as there is money available to settle the account. Someone not so kindly disposed having held back part of this amount the teachers were prepared to let
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