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There is not much land available for their recreation, but can
anything be done to make more available and use what there is more effectively?"
Need To Anticipate Problems
"I pose these questions not to be provocative but to stimulate
thought. I have boon full of admiration for the way in which the Goverment
of Hong Kong has set about many of these problems already.
"As I see it, there is a need to anticipate problems well before
I know that your they arise so that solutions are available in good time.
owm Governor is well aware of this need.
"Since the war Hong Kong has had a succession of distinguished
Governors. You may be pleased to know that I saw recently Sir Alexander
and Lady Grantham who were in fine form.
"But I must especially record my highest admiration for Sir David
Tronch, a farsoeing man of liberal outlook, who through difficult days has
guided the Colony so well.
"It is the responsibility of all those who hold places in public life, be it business, professional or any other to support the administration in its endeavours to provide for the legitimate aspirations of the people
of Hong Kong.
"It only remains for me to thank you for your hospitality and to
wish Hong Kong the prosperity and continued success which it deserves."
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