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a promising officer, I am convinced that dissatisfaction would be
caused by his appointment, as there are at present in the Harbour
Department a number of officers with longer experience whose
qualifications are in no way inferior.
11. I am advised that there are a number of officers at
present serving elsewhere whose qualifications and experience would
fit them admirably for the post. The following names have been
recommended to me:
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J. C. NEEDHAM, who is at present in the Marine formed
Service of the Government of Burma;
F. W. J. SKUTIL, at present serving as Personal
Assistant to the Director of Marine, Nigeria; and
L. CAMPTON, also of the Nigeria Marine Service.
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I should be prepared to agree to the appointment of any one of the
officers named above, provided that he is willing to accept transfer
and that his recent reports have been satisfactory.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient, humble servant,
Thankum
GOVERNOR.
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