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PERSIAN SIDE.
The local authorities during 1939, devoted more attention than usual to tlie
problem of affecting a much needed improvement in agricultural conditions. In
live of flic districts coming within the jurisdiction of the Bushirc Governorato
village councils have been appointed whose principal functions will be to submit
periodical reports and suggestions for the betterment of local conditions.
Persian Navy.—No comments.
Security.—In spite of continued efforts throughout the year to complete thio
disarmament of the tribes in Dashti and Tangistan reports of clashes between
Road Guards and smugglers, and villagers and military, received towards the
end of the year indicate that not only have the authorities much to do before they
finish their work but also that unrest and discontent amongst the tribes is
increasing.
Relations between the Residency and the local Iranian officials which wero
most friendly throughout the year tended to become even more friendly after,
the outbreak of the war.
C. G. PRIOR,
Political Resident in the Persian Gv>lft