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The services of this gentleman are stated in the

enclosure. He has performed the duties of Acting Superintendent of the Gaol for more than fourteen

months in a v

manner.

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very satisfactory —

There is not much

prospect of promotion at present in the Civil Service of Hongkong. Mr. Falconer's Knowledge

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of Chinese, in addition to his other : qualifications, would be useful in many posts in the Straits Settlements;

Do

so

I have forwarded a copy of his ~ application also to the eActing Governor at Singapore.

I have the honour to be

My Lord, Your Lordship's Most Obedient

Humble Servant,

Mowen