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150 the average variation in substance of any ream must not exceed 5 per cent. either above or below the ordered substance.

2. In news, printings, writings, etc., the average variation in substance of any reel must not exceed 5 per cent. above or below the ordered substance.

In the case of paper on reels, claims for short length can only be made when the shortage exceeds 5 per cent., and then only for the amount of any excess over and above such 5 per cent., unless special arrangements to the contrary are made.

In greys, caps, manillas, browns, coloured printings, etc., the average variation in substance of any reel must not exceed 6 per cent. above or below the ordered substance.

3. But for all papers of substance under 6 lb. demy (17½ by 22½ inches), and above 50 lb. demy, the actual weight may vary 8 per cent. either over or under.

4. Payment for paper in reels, according to the printed or manufactured results, cannot be claimed by the purchaser.

1. The variation in measurement of paper in reams must not exceed ½ per cent., either above or below the ordered measurement, but in no case shall the margin of variation exceed ¼ inch or be less than ⅛ inch.

2. The width of paper in reels must not vary more than ½ per cent.

1. For makings of special weight, size, tint, watermark, etc., not having a regular sale in the market, the buyer is to take at full price any excess not exceeding 10 per cent. above the quantity ordered, including a reasonable proportion of "retree."

2. Where a maximum quantity is stipulated for when ordering, the order is considered duly executed if it amounts to not less than 90 per cent. of the stipulated quantity.

1. Unless otherwise expressly stipulated in the order, the maker is free as to what material he shall use.

The weight of necessary wrappers and string for reams and reels is to be included in the chargeable weight of the paper.