Deputy Registrar, during four months of which period, I carried out duties of and officiated for the Acting Registrar, while he was absent from the Colony on leave. I trust that His Excellency will take into kind consideration my services.
I have, &c.,
(Signed) M. R. Mason,
Acting Deputy Registrar,
(Copy) M.309.
Sir,
In reply to your letter of the 11th instant, I have the authority for your continuance in the appointment of Deputy Registrar of the Supreme Court at the salary of £850.
His Excellency will recommend your confirmation to the Right Honourable The Secretary of State for the Colonies by the next outgoing Mail.
I have, &c.,
(Signed) W. J. Mercer,
Colonial Secretary.
True Copy,
M. R. Mason, Esquire,
Acting Deputy Registrar of the Supreme Court.
Colonial Secretary's Office, Victoria, Hong Kong,
12th May, 1856.
42. 6019/51