I am now serving out his term of apprenticeship! As Lister, the Postmaster General, informed me that Mr. Shloa is quite conversant with his duties, which are those for which for many years past $40 a month have been allowed, I have had no hesitation in sanctioning, subject to Your Lordship's approval, an increase of his salary up to $50 a month.
5. In the case of Mr. Van der Place, a very competent gentleman is in a responsible position and has entire charge of the Imperial and Local Money Order business, besides which he undertakes a considerable share of general duty. His hours of attendance are from 10 to 4, Saturdays included, and on the days preceding the departure of a Contract Mail from 10 to 5. He joined the service in June 1870, 7 years ago, and for three years has been holding the appointment, the duties of which he still continues to carry on.
6. His application for an increase of salary was made in June last year, but Mr. Austin did not then take it into consideration, as it was not yet ascertained whether the Imperial Government...