Extracts from CS.O. W 40 of 1897.
Hon'ble Colonial Secretary.
I nghwai Shang, who, when on Staff of the Magistracy was reduced in 1895, was placed in temporary pension, should now as a Clerk be re-employed (See C.S.O. 190 of 1895). His pension is $921.60, and if he reverts to active employment his original salary being $1728, the difference between this annual sum and his pension will be only $806.40 as against $1152 drawn by Mr. Chan Rai-muy. There would then be a nett saving to the Government of $345.60 per annum by Mr. Ng Kwai-shang's re-employment.
3/8.9.1.1. 1.10.97. Assistant Colonial Secretary.
I am doubtful whether Mr. Ng Kwai-shang will accept the appointment. Please send for him and explain the position.
7/1854 S.L.C. 11.10.97. Echrest
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