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1. Application for removal or directions for receivers. 2. Interpretation of "gross sales" for determining receivers' remuneration. 3. Distinction between "gross sales" and "net proceeds" in the context of receivers' commission. Analysis: 1. The 5th defendant filed a summons seeking the removal of receivers or clearer directions for their duties. The court decided to continue with the receivers but emphasized the need for precise definitions of their duties to serve the estate's interests effectively. 2. The central issue revolved around the interpretation of the term "gross sales" in the court order. The court examined the historical context of the order and the affidavit filed by the receivers, clarifying that "gross sales" and "gross sale proceeds" were synonymous. The court scrutinized the calculation of the receivers' commission based on the total sales amount, excluding trade discounts, emphasizing that commission should only apply to the actual proceeds received. 3. The judgment delved into the distinction between "gross sale proceeds" and "net proceeds," citing legal provisions to illustrate the difference. The court rejected the notion of including amounts never received in the calculation of commission, emphasizing that the commission should reflect the actual work done by the receivers. While allowing commission on certain components like freight and packing charges, the court held the receivers accountable for the excess amount received and directed it to be treated as a debt to the estate. 4. Ultimately, the court decided not to remove the receivers but issued specific directions to clarify their entitlement to remuneration. The judgment highlighted the importance of aligning commission with the actual proceeds received, emphasizing the need for precision in defining terms to avoid ambiguity in future dealings.
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