Miscellaneous
Sir James Robert Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin (not directly mentioned but contextually related), Governor of Hong Kong was not the writer, the letter is from R. G. MacDonnell
222 Hong Kong
Lieut. R. G. MacDonnell
Governor
20.3. Downing Street,
29th January 1869
With reference to my despatch No. 119 of the 13th of July last, I have the honor to inform you that I have extended for five months, on half salary, the leave of absence granted to W. C. Smith, Registrar General of Hongkong.
I have the honor to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient humble Servant,
[Signature not clear, possibly 'R.G.M.']
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