I have dislocated my shoulder and am in considerable pain, being unable to use my arm. I hope that by next week I shall be sufficiently recovered to resume my duties.
I have the honour to be, Sir, your obedient servant,
F. H. May
DRAFT.
R.K. Douglas, Esq.,
British Museum
MINUTE.
M Hong Kong,
20/11/84
Johnson, 17 Nov.
Mr. De Robeck
Mr. Wingfield.
★ Mr. Bramston.
Mr. Mende.
Mr. Herbert,
Mr. Courtney.
Lord Kimberley,
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18 Nov. 1887
In reply to your letter of the 10th inst., I am directed by the Earl of R. to inform you that Mr. May has not yet arrived in London, but that he is expected early next week, when he will be sent to you to commence his Chinese studies.
I.B.