Sir John Bowring appointed me Harbor Master in May last year, but (after Mr Motin's having been appointed in England immediately after the death of the late Mr Pedder) my appointment was not confirmed. I beg to transmit herewith copies of the testimonials to which I refer.
I have the power to be
Your Most Obedient Servant,
R. Michall
... that we have no
... Mr. Watkins, only recently appointed to the Harbour Master's Office of Hong Kong, contemplates retiring.
Head Clerk
... cannot enter into any negotiation with respect to the disposal of the Office.
Mr. Mist...
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