Sir,
Hong Kong 22nd January 1859.
I have the honor, with reference to the enclosed Medical Certificate from Dr. Menzies, Staff Surgeon, dated this morning, to apply to His Excellency for a Six Months' Leave of absence on sick furlough, for the purpose of returning, as Dr. Menzies advises, to England.
I have, &c.
(Signed) S. Chisholm, M.D.
The Honorable W. T. Mercer, Esq.,
Colonial Secretary, Hongkong.
(True Copy)
Colonial Secretary
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Jan 24.