such applications which received, as there are instances connected which may be certain circumstances this vacancy to which I hope to call the attention of His Excellency the Governor.
I have &c.
(Signed) Alfred Lister,
Postmaster General
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British Consulate,
Shanghai, 4th July, 1871
I have the honour to forward an application from Mr. Warren Sallas of this port for the appointment of Postmaster rendered vacant by the lamented death of Mr. Martin.
Mr. W. Sallas is an old and highly respected resident of unimpeachable character, while his knowledge of business generally, and of local affairs in particular would make him a suitable candidate.
Alfred Lister Esq.
Acting Postmaster General Hong Kong