CO129-096 - Others - 1863

I am directed to recall to your Lordship the circumstances under which the appointments are made.

Say, I am to apologise for the delay in responding to your letter of the 15th instant.

7570 Hong Kong 15

RECEIVED

31 JUL

1863

Satronage

Belle Vue, Sombridge

Polop 29th July

I am directed to convey to your Lordship the thanks of the Government for the appointment of Mr. Works in the Surveying Department.

I am ready to render any part of the service that may be required.

I have the honour to inform your Lordship that the Government is prepared to proceed with the works at a time convenient to your Lordship.

I have the honour to be, My Lord, Your Lordship's Most Obedient, and obliged Servant,

Hardestage

To His Grace

The Duke of Newcastle's