A035 Financial
1. Teas : 8 June py .
My
See subs.
Lord,
4772. Hongkong.
RECEIVED
MAY 31
V
87
th
24 March, 1849.
In compliance with the instructions
as conveyed in Your Lordship's Despatch N° 88 of the 10th January, I have the honor
to return herewith Mr. Mercer's Bond to The Queen in the sum of £3,000, Treasurer of Hongkong, duly executed in the presence of the Colonial Secretary & the Clerk of the Councils .
I have the honor to be
With the highest respect,
Your Lordships,
Most Obedient,
Humble Servant
The Right Honorable The Earl Grey,
&c
&c.
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