I should think that 50% in a private House ought to meet there expenses.
Some small amount, from Colonial fund, may be necessary from time to time.
But,
4. A sharp look out must be kept upon voters for furniture.
The Surveyor is to report whether the roll is called for by ordinary wear and tear, or by any want or ill-management.
We might assume that 2¾% £30 per annum £4500 represent what ought to be gained for Repairs and 3% (accumulated) £450 per annum should be sufficient for renewal. This would be a rough guide for checking demands.
Profit & Loss.
July 5/8 M$ wm 216. 385
Household Furniture the property of His Excellency Sir Richard Graves MacDonnell, C.B. Governor of Hong Kong, at Government House, Hong Kong.
Room No. 1.
1 Round Table + Green cloth cover! 6 Rosewood Chairs in Morocco.
Brussels Carpets.
1 Green Morocco Sofa and Cover!
4 Carved Box bay wood Bedstead, 2 Mattresses & Pillows
4 Mahogany Chamber Stands:
3 Prs Crimson and White Curtains and Poles. 1 Large Pier Glass in Rosewood frame.
1 Velvet Mantel Cover:
3 Gilt Time pieces with Chinese figures. Swiss Carvings on Mantel,
1 Ladies handsome Mahogany Cheval Glass on Pedestals with Marble tops, Chubb's locks on drawers. Sundry Toilet Ornaments.
1 Green Damask Easy Chair.
2 Rugs.
4 Rocking Chairs in Morocco
Large Size Mahogany Almirah with plate glass panels.
1 Writing Table
1 Marble Tea poy:
Rugs.
Large Dressing Room
1 Handsome Marble top Washstand and Service: 1 Marble top Toilet Table.
1 Towel Rack,
Glass.