The standard production for 1998 has been assessed provisionally at 255,000 lb, which is an increase of 505 1b. as compared with that for last year and is considered to be a reasonable allowance taking into account the yielding capacity of the estate, It you pass the final dividend now recommended the company will start the new year with a surplus of liquid assets' amounting to $30,356.00 and with rubber at its present price the estate is still working at satisfactory profit month.
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