further memorial from Tsai Tun (Prince praying that he be allowed to retire without " pension, on account of ill-health. He was recently granted a month's leave of absence, and though he has now recovered to a slight extent, he still suffers pains in the back and legs, which prevent his, about. His asthma is no better than fore, and as his malady seems to preclude all hope of a speedy recom he begs to be allowed -to vacate his appointment.
On no account would he venture to lead a life of idle ease, and the moment he is able to stand further employment he will solicit of His Majesty the favour of renewed appointment.—Rescript already published.
Text read from the printed page and cleaned; old type leaves the occasional error.