Thomas Scott puts forward to receive some additional remuneration for the extra work that has occasioned by the increase of immigration, that has taken place since the passing of Ordinance No. 8 of 1871. As however he has foregone the legal
It is with some reluctance that I sanction this addition to the cost of establishing the Colony, but it must be distinctly understood that it's a personal allowance as in the draft now before you and satisfactory to Thomas Scott given in consideration of the increased revenue accruing from the recent Immigration, and I rather think it right that on the occurrence of any vacancy in the office of Harbour Master, the total emoluments of the Appointment will be reconsidered.
I authorize you to propose to the Council a special allowance to Mr. Thomas Scott of £75 per annum on this account.
1. Ordinance No. 8 of 1871, to retain the fees, he has refunded those which he did retain, I am of opinion that he has some increase of remuneration.
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