China or that incurred in China, may be so up
opy Nr. 178. to the final Ratification of the Treaties is to be charged to the Military Expences (Chest) of the Expedition.
is an additional reason why all purely Military Expences such as discussion should be understood to rest on the Bour Lordship's opinion of their necessity
I have the honor to be Signed (True Copy) Michael W[or]man
376 Government House, Hongkong, April 27th 184?.
I am directed by Sir Henry Pottinger to acknowledge the receipt of Your letter of 6th Instant setting forth the necessity for a Draftsman in the Land Department.. the reasons you State It is Excellent
M. 10. Heury Pottinger Sanctions your employing, as a temporary measure, Mr. Prendergast on a Monthly Salary
A. T. Mordon Esq: Law Officer
etc. etc.