The document discusses various topics related to the issuance of shares by companies, including:
1) Shares can be issued at a premium or discount to face value. When issued at a premium, a securities premium account is created to record the excess received. Premium can be used for bonus issues or writing off expenses. Discount is recorded as a capital loss.
2) Shares may be forfeited if the shareholder fails to pay calls. Amounts received are transferred to a share forfeiture account. Forfeited shares can be reissued.
3) Oversubscription occurs when applications exceed shares offered. Companies typically allocate shares on a pro-rata basis in this situation.