applies to the fourth charge- resting as it must do on Chinese evidence
whelly .
13.
Again - the charges of disobedience derive all their force
from the allegation that my disregard
referred to lack
of the orders
to me
habitually without sanction for the expenditures from month to month of the Public
14.
monies.
If I know the particular instances of disobedience on which the charge is grounded - I might and I believe I could be able to
point out that no such result followed
nor could have followed
15. Appeal to His Excellency's
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sense of Justice apart entirely
from the provisions of Article 83 of the Rules and Regulations.
16.
Certain charges have been made against me -
They are supported by evidence of particular facts.
17. Before being formally put on trial, on being arraigned I am asked if I can explain or disprove the charges. So I can take the matter there. If I fail - I am arraigned before the Executive Council with a view to punishment. – It is a merciful course to adopt, but is it of any value - unless I am told not only the formal charges- but