CO129-557-8 Compilation of a history of Hong Kong 3-2-1936 - 7-4-1936 — Page 26

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The Library,

Colonial Office,

Downing Street, S.W.1.,

3rd February, 1936.

Having been deputed by the Government of Hong Kong to

compile an authentic history of the Colony, I have the honour to

address you on the question of facilities for research, and humbly

to inquire whether arrangements may be made for me to have

permission to consult at the Public Records Office relevant records

including those within the closed period. I am acquainted with

the conditions under which such permission may be granted.

I should also like to ascertain whether there are any

records at the War Office, the Admiralty and the Foreign Office

dealing with matters necessary to the understanding of the

development of Hong Kong or of general interest to the public, and,

if so, to be granted permission to consult such records.

It would be a distinct advantage if I could have

interviews with such former residents of Hong Kong as are at

present in England or are likely to visit the country this year.

I refer to such "makers of Hong Kong" as Lord Lugard,

THE UNDER SECRETARY OF STATE

FOR THE COLONIES.

Sir Matthew Nathan,