CO129-413 - Governor Sir May - 1914 [8-10] — Page 514

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I have rewarded one European and two Chinese detectives for their services in connection with this case and that of the piracy of the S.S."Childar", which is not yet complet- ed, 15 prisoners being still under trial at Canton in connection with it; and I desire to bring to your notice the excellent work

done by the Captain Superintendent of Police (Mr. C. McI. Messer), the Acting Deputy Superintendent of Police (Mr. T. H. King) and the Acting Assistant Superintendent of Police (Mr. G. R. Sayer) in connection with these cases. In the investigation of them an immense amount of work was very ably done by all three officers. their intelligent and patient handling of the enquiries which have led to the bringing to justice of the gangs concerned in each outrage,contributed very largely to the success achieved.

I have the honour to be,

Sir,

Your most obedient,

humble servant,

Governor, &c.