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vessel when steaming into a head sea at about 10 knots
and running before or with a ser on the quarter,
particularly in regard to the freeboard aft. (The
estimated 0.7. in loaded condition is 1.75 feet).
It is suggested that the speed range for the tank power test might be from -16, knots, if
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such is within practical limits, and that the model be run at two drafts, i.e. the loaded condition given above, and at drafts of 7'-3""". and 10'-0”"A. (viz. partially
spent condition).
As it is desired to place the building
contract this year, I would greatly appreciate if you will expedite the conduct of these experiments, and despatch
the relevant information by Air "ail.
"r. . Sprague, Assistant Government arine
Surveyor, has been instructed to attend as an official
observer on behalf of the Hong Kong Government, and his knowledge of local conditions is available for any further information you may require.
The Crown Agents for the Colonies are being
authorized to make payment of the fees incurred for these
experiments.
I am, Sir,
Your obedient servant,
H. R. CUTTERS
Colonial Secretary.
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