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6.
The scheme would depend for its success
upon a good understanding between the Heads of the two Depart-
ments, but I see no reason why it should not work well in
practice.
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It has been sent to the Acting Captain
Superintendent of Police for his consideration but Captain
Lyons prefers that Mr. Badeley who has large experience and
wider knowledge of local conditions should criticise it.
I have to request therefore that you will obtain Mr. Badeley's
opinion upon it, an opinion which I should in any case have
invited before instituting so importent a change, and inform
me whether the scheme meets with your approval.
7.
You will notice that the only expenditure
involved at present is a house allowance of $900 per annum to
the Assistant Harbour Master until such time as quarters can
be built for him at Tsim Sha Tsui where it is very desirable
he should reside.
I have the honour to be,
sir,
Your most obedient
Humble servant,
Henry Attale
Governor, &c...
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