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I think the most convenient course

now would be if you could arrange to eall-orr Su

Mr.G.E.J. Gent, who is the head of the Eastern

Department of the Colonial Office, and discuss with

the rest of the

him the appointment of the engineer and any other-

arrangements. It is agreed that there is no

question of the appointment of an engineer as joint

commissioner:

his function will simply be that of

engineering consultant to you in your enquiry.

The Governor is taking steps to collect

written representations from the interested parties.

Yours very sincerely,

Cocally.

P.S. I should like to add that I am personally

most grateful to you for undertaking this very

important task. If I can be of any further help

to you, please let me know.

(Intld.) G. H. G.