On November 9, the Company's representatives met, not in colla~ boration with any outside officials, and a reply to the demands was formulated. In this reply, the company pointed out that in 1927 the salaries of all workers were Increased 10 per cent. In 1928 a similar increase was granted and it was added that the Company had already decided to increase all ages by a further 10 per cent. in 1929. 'The Company, therefore, did not require notice from any bureau or the workers' union as to its treatment of employees. Further, at China New Year, gratuities wers riven to all employees without any distinction. If a worker was injured in any way in the course of ihis work, medical expenses, hospital fees and other contingencies were by the Company.
special salary allowance was made during period of incapacitation to the dependents of the injured employee. Further agai in ease of the death of an employee, funeral expenses are borne by the Company and compassionate allowance made to the family of the deceased workman. In conclusion, the Company's reply to the demands points out that it has always had the welfare of its employees at heart.
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