which he is suited. He has been warned
that he will require to undergo a strict
medical examination in the event of his
being offered further employment.
It will
be understood, however, that he should not
be considered for posts in Hong Kong or
the Malay Peninsula.
I am, etc.,
(d) A.J. Read.
DRAFT.
E. SHIRVINGTON,
MINUTE.
Mr. Fiddian.
Mr.
Bechelt
Mr.
Mr. Grindle.
Sir H. Lambert.
Sir I. Read.
Sir G. Fiddes.
Col. Amery,
Lord Milner.
Certificate.
$./3€?35/1920. HONG KONG.
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Sir,
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559
Downing Street,
1920.
5 Aug 19:
In reply to your letter of the
24th July, I am etc. to point out that
you do not appear to nave given any
reason at the time for your resignation
from the Hong Kong Service, and this
is the first intimation received that
action
dane to your resignation was badau en the
ground of illhealth. In any case
however, the leave of absence reform
se in your Certificate, which is
returned herewith, was granted on the
understanding that you would retum to
the Colony, It is not customary
to grant more than three months' leave
prior to retirement or resignation.
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