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there is every probability of procuring

assistance without delay.

the necessary

I have, Y,

(signed) Thes. Non. Mindw;

Master of the Mint of Hongtong

Mindle by Ac19 Colonial Secretary..

His Excellency The Acting Governer avishes ti know how long the services of likely to be required and whether it would not be cheaper and

chise"

Aview are

more convenient to advertise for lenders for the execution of the work?

(signed) W.H.A.

a. c. s.

25.8.68

Minute by the Master of the fint. Sitters may be required for

about four months.

I

consider there are actions

the

objections to letting the avorst by centroes, great delay would arise in preparing rrecessary drawings and specifications. which to obtame lenders and further

there could then be

the four mechanics

we o

mechanies nour on

occupation for their way out.

I beg to suggest chas I may be empowered to take such steps from

time to time as in

my judgment may be necessary for the rapid completion of the work.

(signed) Thos. Win. Kinder,

Mr. Mr. 18.K.

28th Augh.1565