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and I know of no presedent

for

such

a course.

As far

-As

I am

aware in other Colonies

was

: (as in this Colony until

quite recently when the~ " rule as to the payment of interest at the rate of 25% by an Acting Governor. introduced by Sir William

·Marsh), the person enjoying the privilege of occupying Government House for the time being, pays

the whole

of

<

of the interest on the value

of the furniture, and this

rule

appears

the fairest

to me to be

one, and I have

to suggest for Your Lordship's

consideration that it be

followed in Hongkong.

I have the honour to be,

My Lord, Your Lordship's Most Obedient Within Robenzoy

Humble Servant,