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more tactfully, and it is certainly unfortunate that Chief Superintendent Howell is currently and efficiently in charge of the proceedings for the return of Mr Godber.
6. I discussed this with the Colonial Secretary, Mr Roberts, and Flag have since written a personal letter to Sir Robert Mark, copy
attached.
7. Meanwhile we will try to keep separate Mr Prendergast's request for 17 policemen. But it may not be easy.
17 May 1974
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Mr Youde
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A C Stuart
Hong Kong & Indian Ocean Dept.