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m

exeption of the Kowloon Sanitarium,

have been in no

way affected by the late stoppage of the Public Works and must continue to be performed during Mr Bird's absence.

I know of no

one in the

Colony whom I can recommend to fill the acting appointment, and beg to suggest for His Excellency's

consideration that the duties

might

He performed by myself at all

months

events during the first six mo of Mr Bird's absence.

Should Heis Excellency.

prove of the suggestion I

approve

believe I should be entitled to Mr Bird's half pay under clause 93

of the Colonial Office regulations ._

I have Pr

(Signed) W. Wilson.

Surveyor General.