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of the work now demanded from the Department, and as regards his Carvalho, the arrival of Mr Wilson and Mr Preetage, in no way whatever relieved the office of the work that gentleman engaged upon, mere clerical duties which the other clerks had been unable to keep from getting into arrear, and which neither Mr Wilson nor Mr Preetage could be expected to execute; I therefore cannot but feel that the decision of the Secretary of State was an erroneous opinion.
as regards Mr Storey
I have in accordance with His Excellency's decision given the month's notice, and he will cease to be borne on the strength of my Department from the 31st instant.
I am aware that this was the arrangement suggested by His Excellency Sir Hercules Robinson in his despatch to the Secretary of State, but His Excellency the Acting Governor will, I trust, perceive that circumstances have materially altered since the framing of that despatch, for almost simultaneously with Mr Storey's departure, Mr Wilson arrives to take charge of a most responsible position without local experience himself and with an untried staff. He may not be able to obtain an efficient Assistant.