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contraty towards the
Conf.Report
1921.
deduction of 4%
Conf.Report 1922.
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where his services are
Gov.25300/22
Ceylon,
Conf.Report 1923.
Conf.Report 1924.
Conf.Report 1925.
urgently required.
SOUTHORN, W.T. Born August, 4th, 1879;
married; no children; educated at Oxford University, B.A., appointed Ceylon Cadet, 1903; District Judge, Tangalle, 1907; Landing Surveyor, Colombo, 1909; Private Secretary to Sir R. Chalmers, 1914; Deputy Collector of Customs, Colombo, 1915; Second Assistant Colonial Secretary, 1919; Principal Assistant Colonial Secretary, 1920; promoted to Class I, 1922; Principel Collector of Customs, 1923.
Reports.
(1,500 and fees = £310).
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Governor Manning:- "Has filled the
post of Principal Assistant Colonial Secretary for
the last twelve months to my entire satisfaction".
Governor Manning:- *Mr. Southern has decidedly
enhanced his reputation in the difficult post of
Principal Assistant Colonial Secretary. Might be
noted specially for promotion when opportunity offers!
Governor Manning:- (in submitting Mr. Southorn's
application for the post of Colonial Secretary of the
Gold Coast):- "Mr. Southorn has proved himself a very
reliable hardworking and zealous officer, and has
discharged the arduous duties of his office in a
thoroughly capable manner".
Acting Colonial Secretary:- "Still holds the
post of Principal Assistant Colonial Secretary and has
carried out his duties during a difficult year to my
entire satisfaction. His work has been particularly
onerous in connection with the Saleries Scheme, a heavy Budget, and new taxation proposals".
Governor Manning:- "Is now taking up the duties of Principal Collector of Customs on return from leave. Well fitted for promotion in the Colonial Service for
which I recommend him,"
Governor Manning:- "An officer of very sound judgment and marked ability. I repeat my recommendation that his name should be specially noted for promotion".
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