464
m
exeption of the Kowloon Sanitarium,
have been in no
way affected by the late stoppage of the Public Works and must continue to be performed during Mr Bird's absence.
I know of no
one in the
Colony whom I can recommend to fill the acting appointment, and beg to suggest for His Excellency's
consideration that the duties
might
He performed by myself at all
months
events during the first six mo of Mr Bird's absence.
Should Heis Excellency.
prove of the suggestion I
approve
believe I should be entitled to Mr Bird's half pay under clause 93
of the Colonial Office regulations ._
I have Pr
(Signed) W. Wilson.
Surveyor General.