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and that in future he should endeavour in his communications with
the public to adopt the courteous style usual in official corres-
-pondence.
4.
On the lat. September I presented to Miss Dunk of the Church Missionary Society a travelling clock and a Bible,
which had been purchased at the suggestion of Sir Henry May in
recognition of her courage on the occasion of the piracy of the
"Tai On". I enclose copies of the correspondence with Miss Dunk.
Owing to her absence from Hongkong it was not possible to make the
presentation before Sir Henry May went on leave.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient,
humble servant,
Claud Severn
Officer Administering the Government.