CO129-564-4 Cholera epidemic 23-8-1937 - 9-4-1938 — Page 21

No. 87.

Sir,

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GOVERNMENT HOUSE,

HONG KONG,

3rd February, 1938.

Anows.

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I have the honour to invite reference to

previous correspondence resting with Mr. N. L. Smith's

despatch No.650 dated the 14th of October, 1937, regarding

the epidemic of cholera in Hong Kong during 1937 and to

forward herewith for your information three copies of

a final report by the Director of Medical Services which

contains the full history of this epidemic.

2. I endorse very strongly the appreciatory comments of the Director of Medical Services which appear on page 13

of the enclosure. It is obvious that a difficult situation

was met with praiseworthy energy and co-operation on the part

of all concerned: nor should it be forgotten that the

epidemic had scarcely begun when the Colony was smitten

by the most destructive typhoon in its history, the damage

and disorder caused by which must have proved a great hindrance to those who were striving to cope with this

dangerous disease. I have no doubt that the successful

endeavours of the Government and voluntary organisations

named by Dr. Valentine will have your commendation.

I have the honour to be,

Sir,

THE RIGHT HONCURABLE

Your mot obedient, humble servant,

W.G.A. ORMSBY-GORE, P.C., K.P.,

&C.,

&C.,

&c.

God. Northeate

Governor.