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In conclusion I would repeat that I can think of nothing of so 

 much importance in the best interests of Malaya at the Exhibition as 

 rubber in bulk. 



Yours truly, 

 R. Derry. 



{To Robert Derry, Esq., Curator, Botanical Gardens, Singapore.) 



Dear Mr. Derry, 



I shall be glad if you will make known the next International 

 Rubber and Allied Trades Exhibition will be opened in London in 

 the first week in June, 191 1. The support from all directions is very 

 considerable. 



I understand that Brazil are going to make a mammoth show. 

 I hope the F.M.S. will make a large and attractive exhibit. I have 

 the Malay House still packed away in case it may be required. I am 

 writing to the Colonial Secretary of the F.M.S., and also to the Secre- 

 tary of the Planters Association, drawing their attention to the 

 Exhibition, There is now plenty of time to make complete 

 arrangements. 



Might I make the suggestion that the F.M.S. should have a small 

 exhibition beforehand, and give prizes, and then to forward the 

 whole of that Exhibition on to the London Show, with any additional 

 attractions. 



The rates for space will be 4/- per sq. foot, and the Exhibition 

 will be open fourteen days. 



I am reserving the two positions by the Main Entrance one side 

 for the F.M.S. and the other for Ceylon as at the previous Exhibition. 

 Brazil and several other countries are anxious to sret well forward this 

 time. It will be necessary for me to know early what amount of 

 space the F.M.S, will require. 



It is again proposed to hold a conference during the Rubber 

 Exhibition. 



I have many promises of support from manufacturers both in 

 England, Germany, America and Holland, and no doubt Italy and 

 other countries will be represented. 



I shall be glad if you will give me any advice and suggestions, 

 and also the names of any persons and firms to whom I should send 

 letters and matter with reference to the Exhibition. 



May I again include your name amongst the list of the advisory 

 Committee.? Sir Hy. A. Blake, G.C.M.G., will again be the President. 



Yours faithfully, 



A. Staines Manders, 



Organising Manager. 



