CO129-358 - Governor Sir Lugard - 1909 [10-11] — Page 516

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KOWLOON CANTON RAILWAY.

To the Hon.The Colonial Secretary.

Dear Sir,

18th November, 1909.

I have the honour to report that I will be able to hand over charge of the line completely by the 30th November. I have this day (18th) handed over the oash and Mr. Lindsey will sign all cheques in future and the Hongkong & Shanghai

Bank have been informed accordingly.

When thus terminating my agreement with the Govern- ment of Hongkong which has lasted for three years and eight months from March 22nd.1906, I would ask if I may be granted

an allowance in the shape of leave on full pay as suggested my Mr. E.S.Lindsey n the case of the Chief Timekeeper.

During my service on the Railway I earned 44 months leave on full pay none of which however I was able to take

I would therefore on account of the exigencies of the work. pray that this leave may be granted me now at the termination

of my agreement.

I propose to remain in China till after Xmas when I will return to Hongkong for a short time before sailing for

Home.

I will then be available to answer any questions which

may turn up during my absence.

I have etc,

{ød) G.W.Evos.