14686 yes p.m.
23rd. August, 1897
Sir,
I am directed by the Lord Lieutenant to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 16th instant (17605/97) stating that Mr Shone, D. J., R.E., has been selected for temporary employment in Hong Kong, and to acquaint you that Mr Shone has been so informed, and directed to communicate with the Crown Agents as requested.
Your obedient servant
The Under Secretary
Colonial Office.