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and from it there will be branches to Saiwan: and other places; while the way to Shekwan, Hongkong, etc., will be by Queen's Road, westward from "Victoria".
The present path or tracing of the "Chetchun road will form part of the Circular road I have already spoken of, and. The new line which I have proposed will open up beautiful situations on the Island.
I may remark that there is everywhere a boundless supply of Stone for bridges, and all the works connected with the roads and buildings. In many instances I believe wood will be found to be the most suitable material for Bridges, and it can be procured at a moderate rate.
I enclose with this report a list of all the lots that have been disposed of in the Island, up to this date, specifying by whom granted, on what terms, and any other particulars; and also dividing them into the four classes by which they have hitherto been known, viz. Town, Marine, Suburban, and Bazaar, Lots. And I would observe, that, in my opinion, there is only a single lot that should be placed in the class of