Government House,
Hongkong, 21st December, 1897.
Sir,
With reference to your despatches Nos.107 and 197 of the 15th September and 8th October last respectively, I have the honour to transmit for the signification of Her Majesty's pleasure the following Ordinance entitled: -
"An Ordinance to further amend The Widows' and Orphans' Pensions Ordinance, 1890. No. 26 of 1897."
2. The customary Report by the Attorney General is annexed.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient
Humble Servant,
W. Robinson,
The Right Honourable
Joseph Chamberlain, M.P.
&c., &c., &c.
Enclosure 1.
--No 2-9 copies.
with 6.
Enclosure 2.
14-12-97.