96
a
Resolution
sum of
of one hundred
that the sum
pounds be presented to William
"Quin, Esquire, Commander of the
Militia Artillery,
in consideration
of services rendered the Colony,
not only in organizing
in organizing the Corps
at present under his
own immediate command, but also the
of
City Rifle Corps, whose state of discipline evinces the great care
& attention bestowed on their
drill and general training?"
Sir,
Government House
20th January 1862.
I send you copy of a Despatch addressed to me by the Duke of Newcastle in which His Grace communicates his intention to appoint you to the office of Superintendent of Police at Hongkong.
I am glad that your services are thus recognized.
In making known to you
His Grace's intentions, it is due to you to say that this Island will lose those valuable