Rate to be fixed on poundage or subsidy. Routing through Colombo considered, health improving. Meteor sighted. Investigating electrical and telephone system. Praised for hard work
Uniform weather telegraphy (better forecasting, importance to SA of WA information), publication of observations; measuring base line of verification in surveying; operation of torpedo service, inspection of Post-Telegraphic ops
Results of Todd’s trip to Melbourne. Inspects an electric light factory, discusses Victoria deployment of torpedoes, suggests electric light for factories, caution on street use.