2. In reply to your letter, I am to inform you that Mr. Chamberlain regrets that, after careful consideration, he is unable to see his way to comply with your wishes in the matter.
My Ref. M. 30 Sin H.A. Blake A.F. 14/1 Mr. Johnson 1573 (see minutes) Commander Hastings. (1271) 10 Jan Auxd14244 400 Janiss
I have the honour to transmit to you for your consideration a copy of correspondence with Commander Hastings, Postmaster General of Hong Kong, respecting his application for bad time difference to be allowed in the case of his office, both Commander C.O. (deft health) first class of the General Order, with a corresponding scale of salary.
21 With reference to my despatch No. 402 of 2 Jan, I should be glad to be informed whether the Colonial Secretary, Hong Kong...
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My Ref. M.30 Sin H.A.Blake A.F.14/1 Mr.Johnson1573 (see minutes) Commander Hastings. (1271) 10 Jan Auxd14244 400 Janiss
I have the honour to transmit to you for your consideration a copy of correspondence with Commander Hastings, Postmaster General of Hong Kong, respecting his application for bad time difference to be allowed in the case of his office, both Commander C.O. (deft health) first class of the General Order, with a corresponding scale of salary.
21 With reference to my despatch No.402 of 2 Jan, I should be glad to be informed whether...
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