Hereafter I will recognize you definitively in this capacity.
The notification of Her Majesty's approval of Mr. C. Brodersen's appointment is signified in the enclosed copy of the London Gazette dated the 15th August.
I have...
To Council Office 5th Dec/59
16 NOV 1859.
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Comment Offers, Veterinary, Hongkong, 20th September, 1859.
My Lord Duke,
I have the honor to report the arrangements made by me with the view of supplying the vacancies amongst the Official Members of the Legislative Council caused by the recent changes in the Judicial offices, and the retirement of Mr. Judge Davies, the late chief magistrate.
His Grace The Duke of Newcastle,
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