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Captain Michols authorised, in my cognizance of, the payment of the fine inflicted upon Captain Nichols. I have only to state that the Fine was levied in the penal form into Court. Your protest against its payment will be recorded, and reported to Her Majesty's Government.
I have, &c.,
(Signed) W. J. Mercer,
Colonial Secretary.
True Copy
Colonial Secretary.
(Copy)
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United States' Consulate,
Augt- 31st 1855.
Houghing,
My Dear Sir,
Will you kindly furnish me with a copy of the proceedings against Captain Michols on the 23d inst, And also a copy of the Statement of the man called the Nolzer?
I remain, Dear Sir,
(Signed) R. C. Keenan,
U. S. Consul.
W.J. Mercer, Esqre,
Colonial Secretary, Hongkong.