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for at least three years, to begin the work of including heights and hill features in the 1:125,000 map, owing to the pressure of other work. Captain Lees sug- gested that, at an extra cost of £1,200 a year, he could have one European and two native surveyors, with the necessary carriers, who could be put on to this work. It was agreed that Colonel Close should reply that he should make his proposal to the Governor, whose recommendation of the increased expenditure would be necessary.

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No. 32.

DIRECTOR OF MILITARY OPERATIONS to FOREIGN OFFICE.

War Office, Whitehall, S.W., 17th July, 1909.

The Director of Military Operations presents his compliments to the Under- Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, and begs to acknowledge the receipt of Sir C. Hardinge's Note of the 5th July, 1909,* and enclosures, on the subject of the proposed survey of Zanzibar.

Major-General Ewart is of opinion that in view of the Government of India letter of the 18th November, 1908, and of the well-known fact that the survey of India is now working under considerable pressure, it is unlikely that the Government of India will be able to spare the staff required.

Major-General Ewart has referred the matter to the Colonial Survey Committee, and finds that the Committee take the same view.

Major-General Ewart would suggest that the simplest plan will be to arrange, with the approval of the President of the Board of Agriculture and Fisheries, for the work to be undertaken, in the period, and for the sum named, by the Director- General of the Ordnance Surveys, who could detach a party for the purpose. In view of all the circumstances of the case, the scale of the map might be generally 1:10,000, the 1:5,000 scale being reserved for the more intricate and densely populated portions of the island.

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(No. 395.) MY LORD,

No. 33.

SOUTHERN NIGERIA.

THE GOVERNOR to THE SECRETARY OF STATE. (Received 19 August, 1909.)

Government House, Lagos, Southern Nigeria, 30th July, 1909.

I HAVE the honour to forward a report, with a covering letter from the Acting Director of Surveys, on the first year's course of the Lagos Survey School which was completed on the 30th ultimo. I also enclose a copy of a minute by the Director of Education, who was asked to give his opinion of the working of the school.

2. The school seems to have had a very successful beginning, and I have every hope that it will prove a most valuable institution.

I have, &c.,

WALTER EGERTON,

Governor.

Enclosure 1 in No. 33.

SURVEY SCHOOL, Lagos.

Report on the First Year's Course Ending 30th June, 1909. Pupils. The school started on the 1st July, 1908, with four bona fide pupils who had been tested in a preliminary examination held previously to the above

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date, and had been found satisfactory. Their names are Gilbert Hector Euba, Jacob Bankole Cole, Emanuel Oba Aiyede, and Allworthy Obadiah Craig. Two others, Ernest Sylvester Sounde Wood and Raphael Antus Williams, applied for admission, but did not at the time possess sufficient knowledge of mensuration_(an obligatory subject according to the notice published), and have been allowed to attend classes in the school in order to attain the standard required. They, having progressed satisfactorily, have been proposed to be passed in from the 1st of January, 1909, and are still working in, the school. In addition to the above there are two pupils of the Survey Department who have been attached to the school for instruc- tion. These are Ezekiel Silvanus Vincent and Samuel Akindele Olambiwonnu Isaacs.

Euba, Gilbert Hector-Has worked well and steadily, and been attentive to his studies throughout. He is somewhat slow at times in picking up information, but has a retentive memory when once grasping a subject. Very painstaking, and at all times willing to carry out any instructions given him. Has been regular in attendance, punctual to time, and satisfactory all round as regards conduct. His progress has been generally good, but not rapid in comparison with the others.

Cole, Jacob Bankole.-This is one of the youngest pupils in the school, and promises to be one of the best as regards general knowledge. He is exemplary in conduct and attendance, and in general application to his studies. He has shown rapid progress and a keen interest in his work, both in and out of doors.

Vincent, Ezekiel Silvanus.—Has shown fair improvement generally, and takes good interest in his studies. Is punctual in attendance, obedient and quiet in Lehaviour. Much of his time having been employed departmentally, his progress has not been kept up in touch with the others in the school.

Isaacs, Samuel Akindele Olambiwonnu.-Has shown marked improvement in his studies, and also interest. Is at times inclined to be somewhat lazy and dis- obedient to instructions, through lack of full understanding of the realities and responsibilities of his work. Has been cautioned on more than one occasion as to his fondness for appearing late in the office, and offering lame excuses. latterly, and paying more attention to orders given as well as to his work and Is improving deportment.

Aiyede, Emanuel Oba.-Also one of the youngest pupils, and one showing the most progress, considering his age. Very attentive and obedient in all matters, and has given entire satisfaction all round. His improvement has been so good that he is now able to render valuable assistance to the instructor in almost any work entrusted to him without constantly being told and informed as to his mode of pro- cedure in calculation, &c. Most reliable pupil; patient and quiet in the pursuance of his studies. Very good in work outdoors as well as indoors.

Craig, Allworthy Obadiah.-Is the oldest pupil, and also stands at the head of the list as regards marks obtained in examination. He is, nevertheless, at times hasty in forming conclusions and results owing to his earnestness and natural desire to excel in his studies. As a general rule is very careful and quick in his work, but lacks stability in relation to certainty of results obtained, being often in error due to overhaste. Very good draughtsman and also good at outdoor work; but unfortunately not fit for the latter in the bush constitutionally, as proved by his recent serious illness. He is steady, quiet, and painstaking in his studies; and good as regards conduct. At times, however, inclined to be careless in attendance and punctuality, for which he has been cautioned once or so. studies which have been comprised in the work of the school.

Has shown great aptitude for the

Wood, Ernest Sylvester Sounde.-Educated in Wesleyan elementary school at Saltpond, Gold Coast. Passed 7th standard. Age, 18 years. Quiet and pains- taking Careful and neat in his work. Progressing very well, and keeping up with the other pupils. Conduct and attendance good.

Williams, Raphael Antus.-Educated in C.M.S. Grammar School, Lagos. Reached 7th standard. Age, 17 years. Very quiet and careful in his work. Obedient and willing. Progressing satisfactorily. Conduct and attendance good. Keeping up well with the others.

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