who is
now on sick leave of absence, will in all probability have to proceed to Europe for the recovery of his health.
Mr Pimlage, the 2nd Clerk of Works, has resumed his duties, but is not, I understand, a very efficient Officer, and there remains Mr W Alford, who is equally a useful and energetic Member of the Staff.
Were, therefore, arrears to be allowed to accumulate in such a degree as would not only be detrimental to the interests of the Colony, but would also be unfair to Mr Price,
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where arrival is not expected until September, additional aid in the Department has to be obtained, and hence my application to General Whitfeild.
6. I trust that your Lordship will approve of the temporary appointment of Mr Lieutenant Crepetti with a Salary of five dollars per diem and Chair allowance.
7. I beg, also, to submit the claims to consideration of Mr Alford, whose Salary at the present time is only $100 per mensem,
a copy of the Acting Surveyor General's Letter on Mr Alford's