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instance to see whether it is not possible to grow timber of some economic value in the New Territory and also to endeavour to increase the local supply of food-stuffs by means of scientifically conducted experiments.
Mr. Green's qualifications are not of the order
required for work of this nature.
4.
The salary which I have recommended for the fre Superintendent's post is at the rate of 36,000 rising to £8,000 by annual increments of 8200: a house situated in the Botanical Gardens is provided free of rent; and an adequate allowance is
The sort of man granted to cover expenses of conveyance. required would appear to be somebody like Mr. E. H. Wilson, who is referred to in Sir David Prain's letter of the 17th October,
1910, enclosed in Lord Crewe's despatch No.303 of the 28th October, 1910; a man with some knowledge of tropical or semi- tropical climates and preferably with some local experience of
conditions in China.
5.
I shall be glad if the Director of the Royal Gardens may be asked whether he can find a really good man, ful- filling these conditions, who would be willing to accept the post on the emoluments offered.
If he is unable to do so, I recommend that the appointment should be given to Mr. Green,
6.
In the latter event it will be necessary to appoint an Assistant Superintendent, and I shall be glad if suitable candidate may be selected, The emoluments recommended are: salary, $4,000 rising to $5,000 by annual increments of 8100; an allowance in aid of rent or in the alternative Govern- ment quarters at a rental computed at 6% on salary; and a convey- ance allowance to cover travelling expenses.
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I have the honour to be,
My Lord,
Your Lordship's most obedient,
humble servant,
77.2. Stutts
Governor,&c.