The Governor of Honan, Yii K'uan, submits an application from Yin Pao, the Intendant of the K'ai Ch'én Kuei Hsii Circuit, for permission to retire from the service on the ground of failing health. Some years ago when serving at Kalgan -the Taotai caught a severe chill which brought on a sharp attack of rheumatism in both legs. Since he received his present appointment in Honan his illness has been greatly aggravated by exposure to all kinds of weather in connection with his duties as River Superintendent. He is now great] troubled with insomnia and feels that his only chance of recovery lies in his obtaining complete rest. The Ta: tai's jurisdiction extends over three prefectures and one department, and the Governor trusts that, a successor will be nominated without. delay.—Rescript already published.
23rd February.
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