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usefulness for anti-piracy work is therefore considerably

curtailed.

5.

Of the other Police Launches Nos.2, 3,

and 4, only one, No.4, is a fast vessel and it is most

desirable that there should be two of this type to

cover the waters to the east and west of the Colony

respectively. It is proposed to fit the new vessel with

internal combustion engines giving a speed of about

thirteen knots.

6.

I had decided to make provision for this

new cruising launch in the Estimates for 1935 but in

view of the increasing unseaworthiness of the present

launch it is desirable that it should be replaced before

the next typhoon season and I accordingly request that

I may have your approval for work to be commenced this

autumn. It is estimated that not more than $50,000 will

be required for this purpose during the current year,

leaving a balance of $200,000 for 1935.

7.

In view of the urgency of the matter I should be glad to receive your sanction by telegraph.

I have the honour to be,

Sir,

Your most obedient, humble servant,

Lime

Governor, &c.

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