On the 12th of July last, I was carried away and accused him of improperly confederating with the Surveys General in invidious matters, a claim that is entirely without foundation.
6. This is a policy my predecessor, foremost Sir Arthur Kennedy, felt compelled to write about I. Apes, in despatch No. 205 of the 15th of October 1874 to Lord Carnarvon, which throws some light on the want of discretion and judgment I. Apes has shown in this controversy with d. Whang.
Whatever may be my decision upon this matter, I regret especially when singled out I speak with content. It appears that I. Apes has, during his long service at Hongkong, given me grave reason to be dissatisfied with his disregard of Authority, and is an Officer in whose discretion and judgment I can place little reliance.
I have the honor to be, My Lord, Your Lordship's most Obedient Stumble Servant,