SEA
M: 183. COPY 423
Sir,
Harbour Department.
Hong Kong, 24th March 1898.
I have the honour to acknowledge receipt of your letter No. 509 dated 22nd instant, and beg to thank His Excellency the Governor for the Acting appointment therein bestowed on me.
I sincerely trust that the manner in which the duties will be discharged will meet with his approval. No effort shall be spared on my part.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient servant,
(Signed) Wm. C. H. Hastings,
Acting Harbour Master &c.
Hon: G. T. M. O'Brien, C.M.G.
Colonial Secretary.