Hong Kong
15 April '97
I have the honour to request an extension of leave till the autumn, so as to allow of my competing in the Military Examination.
I expect to receive my answer letter early in May.
I have the honour to be, Sir, Your obedient servant
J. Sterling, H.E. Aide-de-Camp to H.E. the Governor of Hong Kong.
DRAFT.
In answer to your telegram of 15/4
MINUTE.
Mr. Macnaghten 15/4
Mr. Lucas
Mr. Graham
Mr. Fairfield
Mr. Wingfield
Mr. Bramston
Sir R. Meade
Earl of Selborne
Mr. Chamberlain
Copy "Man't Go. Letter to Gov : for inf.
My letter dated 12th April
Sterling's letter not available
Sent 5.15pm 15/4/97
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