Section 18. Inquiry and commission

For the purpose of deciding whether the subject-matter of a suit or other proceedings has been properly valued or whether the fee paid is sufficient, the Court may hold such inquiry as it considers proper and may. if it thinks fit, issue a commission to any proper person directing him to make such local or other investigation as may be necessary and to report thereon to the Court. Such report and evidence recorded by such person shall be evidence in such inquiry.