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as nothing is impossible, I retain the hope of being able eventually to return to China
and resume my duties.
I have to request that His Excellency
will kindly procure
me the requisite order
from the Senior Naval Officer for a convalescent Passage for Southampton at the reduced rate, as allowed in the case of Government
Invalids, in the Mail Steamer Malabar
to sail on
After the 22nd Instant:
After mature thought, I feel convinced
that the duties of Harbor Master and
Emigration Officer will be well and faithfully performed during my absence
by Mr Newman, Chief Clerk, who is
thoroughly acquainted with the working in
every detail, and whose general
character is such that I can recommend him
strongly and unhesitatingly for the appointment to the favorable consideration of His Excellency.
The Marine Magistrate's work is generally
so trifling that it devolves but little on
the duties of the Magistrates at the Police
Court.
I have …
(Signed) A. L. Ingles, Harbor Master
(True copy)
Colonial Secretary