To His Excellency
The Appointment:
Land
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support in forwarding
I have had the honor to leave under consideration of Sir Arthur Kennedy, the present Governor of Hong Kong for over three years, and as I would beg to refer to him for a report from his knowledge of my qualifications, he would be able to judge of my fitness for the duties required.
Trusting Your Excellency will be pleased to take this Application into your favourable consideration and grant your support.
I have the honor to be,
Your Excellency's
Most Obedient humble Servant,
(St) John
Comm
Adjutant
Col. Str. Sherbro
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