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or no ultimate expense to the taxpayer.
Furthermore,
it will materially contribute towards the defence of
the Colony and at the same time will ensure British
troops stationed in Hong Kong will live in healthy
and comfortable quarters in place of their present
cramped and unsuitable barracks.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient, humble servant,
a.f. Kattruct
1.ad.
Governor.
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