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'Memorandum on the organization and establishment of the Colonial Office.' The memorandum,...

Catalogue reference: CO 885/8/14

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This record is about the 'Memorandum on the organization and establishment of the Colonial Office.' The memorandum,... dating from 1903 Mar 13 in the series War and Colonial Department and Colonial Office: Subjects Affecting Colonies Generally,.... It is held at The National Archives, Kew.

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CO 885/8/14

Date

1903 Mar 13

Description

'Memorandum on the organization and establishment of the Colonial Office.' The memorandum, by Sir Montagu Ommaney, contains insights into the workings of the Colonial Office, including the role of the Assistant Under Secretaries. It concludes that although some revision of salaries is necessary, no organizational changes are required.

(7 pages)

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The National Archives, Kew
Former department reference

Miscellaneous No. 156

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Public Record(s)

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Open Document, Open Description

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CO 885

War and Colonial Department and Colonial Office: Subjects Affecting Colonies Generally,...

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