Enclosure No. 1 to Despatch 15. 14th January, 1902.
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Victoria FabI FEB 12
Hongkong, 10th January, 1902.
Sir,
In accordance with instructions contained in Despatch Circular of the 31st May, 1897, I have the honour to submit the enclosed return of all whippings inflicted in the Victoria Gaol during the year 1901.
The instrument used was the birch except when the cat-o-nine-tails was ordered.
The number of whippings ordered by the Assistant Superintendent was 11 (with the birch) while 3 were ordered (with the cat-o-nine-tails) by the same officer in conjunction with a Visiting Justice.
Discipline was well maintained.
I have …
(Sig.) J. Bazeley,
Acting Superintendent.
The Honourable
The Colonial Secretary.
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