Court of this Colony, praying that he may receive promotion in Hongkong Government Service.
Mr. Ackroyd refers to the different appointments he has held both here and in Mauritius, and I have every reason to believe that in the performance of his duties he has given general satisfaction.
In the 9th and following paragraphs of his memorial Mr. Ackroyd complains that M. Wise, who is undoubtedly his junior in the service, and who was appointed Acting Puisne Judge by Sir William Des Vaux while Mr. Ackroyd was on leave of absence, was allowed to continue in such post after his (Mr. Ackroyd's) return to the Colony. I may mention to Your Lordship that Sir William Des Vaux spoke to me on this subject previous to his departure. He told me...