Hong Kong Confidential
Sir W. Robinson
MINUTE.
Mr. Lucas 4. Feb.
Mr. Fairfield.
Mr. Wingfield,
Mr. Bramston.
Mr. Meade.
Mr. Buxton.
Marquess of Ripon. 8 Feb.95.
2 drafts for consideration
Referring to my public despatch no 320 this day's date. I shall be glad to know what is the present age of Dr. Ayres, Colonial Surgeon, and whether, in your opinion, it would be advisable in the interests of the Service to allow him to retire as soon as the latter permit.
I am aware of his Zeal and ability; but it is obvious...
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