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under which these Officers were engaged.

3.

In the case of Mr. Rees there were

exceptional circumstances, for in consequence of the introduc-

tion of the Sterling Salary Scheme, Mr. Rees would, under his

agreement, draw a maller salary than Mr. Grey, the Land

Surveyor, or Mr. King, the Land Bailiff, both of whom are sub-

ordinate to him. I have therefore, subject to your approval,

acquiesced in the acceptance by Mr. Rees of salary provided

in the Sterling Salary Scheme.

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But in the case of Mr. Masters no such

anomaly will be caused by holding that Officer to the termS

of his agreement; and I see no reason why this Goverment

should in his case modify the terms of an agreement which has

already been signed and accepted.

5.

If the precedent is established, a con-

siderable increase of expenditure will be involved and I have

therefore the honour to enquire whether it was your intention

that all Officers en agreements should be allowed to come

under Sterling Salary Scheme and to recommend for your con-

sideration that Note No. 12, which I have quoted above, should

be amended to read.-

"Officers at present serving under agreements will be required to accept Sterling Salaries on re- engagement":

and that individual cases, presenting exceptional features,

should be considered on their merits.

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I have the hongar to be,

^ Sir,

Your most obedient

Henry

Huple servant, And a

Governor, 800..

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