DEPARTMENT,
Harbor Master's
CASE OF
Joseph Thornton
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Copy
Mr
J.
Colonial Surgeon's Office, 15th February, 1869.
Considering the state of health of Mr. Thornton and his long residence in Hongkong extending, as I understand, over a period of 19 years, I have no hesitation in expressing my opinion, as to the necessity for his return to Europe, prior to next hot season. I believe that he has served as long as it is safe for him to remain in this climate, and if possible, he ought not to return to Hongkong.
(signed) J. Murray, M.D.
Colonial Surgeon.
(True Copy)
G. Philiips
Colonial Secretary
SUPERANNUATION.
Enclosure in Governor Sir Richard Graves MacDonnell's Dispatch No. 143 of 7th July 1869.