Police, who are to take part in the celebrations of next month, may be placed during their return voyage under the charge of the Officer Commanding the P&O Steamer in which they go back to the Colony; and I am to inform you that Mr Chamberlain approves of your taking the C. Cegents with a view to complying with the necessary stops for the matter.
No. 116 Sunson 1897 28 May
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No. 192 (Subject.) 15.67 645 DESPATCH, Rec 25 JUN 27 Depy Sups & Police & Asst Sups & Fire Brigade Temp. appt desired, from R.D. Courtab., until In Badley's return.
Gave Corcoran proceding home on med cenley-
(Minutes.) M. Lucas I don't like this suggestion at all. It seems to me that when Mr. Corcoran comes away, his place should be filled at once permanently with a competent Chief Inspector (possibly of the Straits Chief Inspector who would like the transfer higher at Hongkong).
Mr. Badley's leave must not be extended if his services are required in the Colony (this present leave expires on 20th next). I can quite believe he may be hard worked, while he is single handed; but I inspect he could relieve himself of some of the prison work by entrusting...
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