Much regret will be felt at the' death, which took place at Home on Saturday, of Mr. George Gordon Sinclair, an old China hand who had served with the Customs for over 30 years, The late Mr. Sinclair joined the Imperial Maritime Customs as a watcher in 1891 and had attained the rank of Appraiser "'B' when he was invalided Home last May: He had a large circle of friends in Shanghai, but was even better known in Tientsin where he was stationed for a number of years. Other ports that knew him were Ningpo and Wuhu.
Married some years ago while on furlough, he leaves a wife and four children. Since returning last from leave in 1920 he had been in failing health, but he still remained an active member of the outdoor staff and was fond of shooting and field sports. He was considered an exceptionally good shot and was a keen fisherman. His last recorded address was Nottingham House, Latheron, Caithness, but he apparently passed away at Bournemouth, the telegram announcing his death having been dated from.the Wharndiffe Hotel at that resort.
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