Cambrian, Hongkong,
For September, 1848.
When I learnt the extent of the devastation caused by the late gale at the Storehouses, I directed the Storekeeper to apply without loss of time for an increase of Police or Watchmen - the only Guard at present procurable, and which had been ordered by Your Excellency for the protection of the Stores, at the time the Military Guard was removed.
I have this morning received the reply to this requisition, in which it is stated by the Superintendent -
His Excellency Sir Bonham, Esq. C.B.
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