CO129-207 - Acting Governor Marsh - 1883 [1-3] — Page 234

S.O. No: 332.

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Sir,

Dongong, February 9th 1883

The memorial of the undersigned, Constables of the Hong Kong Police Force.

Respectfully Sheweth

1. That, in May 1882, the undersigned, agreed to accept the offer given by the Colonial Government of joining the Hong Kong Police Force on agreement.

M.M. Deane, M.A. Captain Superintendent...

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S.O. No: 332.

233 5147

Sir,

Dongong, February 9th 1883

The memorial of the undersigned, Constables of the Hong Kong Police Force.

Respectfully Sheweth

1. That, in May 1882, the undersigned, agreed to accept the offer given by the Colonial Government of joining the Hong Kong Police Force on agreement.

M.M. Deane, M.A. Captain Superintendent doub

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