POLICE ACTING CORPORAL R.L. LLEWELLYN:
"1962 was not a bad year for the start of our Independence, according to work and so forth. For 1963 I hope it will be a better year; that there will be work for more people; more chances to travel abroad and a better standard of living for the poorer classes."
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Looking Back On Jamaica's First Year Of Independence
MR. ROBERT JACOBS, grocery shop keeper of 18, Wildman Street:
"Sales were slow in 1962. Many of my customers now shop at supermarkets even if there are none in their neighbourhood. Two good things about 1962 was our Independence and the appointment of our Governor General. For 1963, I hope for better business."
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MRS. ICEMA GREEN, Spanish Town housewife:
"I found 1962 a very tedious and trying year generally, but it wasn't worse than 1961. I hardly know what to expect in 1963 because with the rising cost of living I can only expect a continuation of 1962."
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MR. ERIC THOMPSON, Taxi Driver:
"1962 was a very hard and trying year for bussiness. I was also disappointed at the way things have been going since the new government took over. Up to now, I see no prospects for 1963 but I hope that this will change because if the same conditions continue many people will be out of work. I hope it will be a better year for everyone."
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MR. ROBERT FREHSE, manager of the First National City Bank of New York:
"While the overall economy of Jamaica in 1962 could have been brighter, there have been certain favourable changes during the year. These include the continued improvement of the Hire Purchase situation and the increased liquidity of the banking system. We set a number of goals this year, to attract more foreign investment and to clear any misconception that the Bank is here solely to handle U.S. Business. For 1963, expansion is the keynote, including greater aid in the farm areas. Jamaica is worthy of financial trust and investment."
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