I think he is. His tenure from 1989 to 1994. His words recorded in introduction section(^) of the 1990 Annual Report are still loud and clear (link). Recommendable text and concise lesson to ombudsman concepts. His name in Chinese characters is 賈施雅.
Most Ombudsman annual reports are also available via HKUL.
I leave the confirmation of identity to interested readers. Btw, there is detailed info on wikipedia, Chinese version (only).
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Yes, likely Arthur Garcia. Appears in HKDF Orders under Hong Kong Auxiliary Air Force as "A. Garcia" between 1949 and 1951. Undertook flying/aircrew training. Rank in 1951: Leading Aircraftman (LAC).
Rejoined the Government in 1951 and became the Deputy Registrar of Marriages.
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HKAAF Annual Camp
In March 1950, the HKAAF Annual Camp was held at Sek Kong. China Mail 9 March 1950 refers.
Not sure if this is the Arthur Garcia that went on to be a judge of the Supreme Court and Hong Kong's first Ombudsman.
Ombudsman annual reports
I think he is. His tenure from 1989 to 1994. His words recorded in introduction section(^) of the 1990 Annual Report are still loud and clear (link). Recommendable text and concise lesson to ombudsman concepts. His name in Chinese characters is 賈施雅.
Most Ombudsman annual reports are also available via HKUL.
I leave the confirmation of identity to interested readers. Btw, there is detailed info on wikipedia, Chinese version (only).
(^) images 4 to 13, of 406.
NB : you may scroll and point to the image thumbnail 4 on left hand side, to read on or input "4" in the image box on the header and navigate by the [>], [<] keys.
Likely Arthur Garcia 1949 to 1951
Yes, likely Arthur Garcia. Appears in HKDF Orders under Hong Kong Auxiliary Air Force as "A. Garcia" between 1949 and 1951. Undertook flying/aircrew training. Rank in 1951: Leading Aircraftman (LAC).
Rejoined the Government in 1951 and became the Deputy Registrar of Marriages.