H.M.L. 
It is requested that the following 
number be quoted in the reply to 
this letter. 
No. 3863/16. 
dlflioitial j^mtarfs ©flirt, 
June., 'fQ'f 
Sir, 
In reply to your letter of the 26th May, 1916, 
I am directed, to inform you that the extension of the 
rate for Travelling and Personal allowance applied for 
by you is not approved. 
2. $300- may be entered in the Draft Estimates for 
next year. 
I have the honour to be, 
* 'Sir, 
Your obedient servant, 
-tc 
Colonial Secretary, 
Straits Settlements. 
The Director of Gardens, 
SINGAPORE. 
