64. Madison went and got James Mitchell for his surety, and went also to live with him. This is all that occurred as Jean recollects. With regard to the conversation I had with Mr. Tarrant, James is not aware of having said anything more than what is now written!
In conclusion I must beg respectfully to say that in the course of the proceedings I had no other feeling than that of carrying out the duties of the office entrusted to me, and without any personal interest towards Madison or any other person.
(Signed) N. Gurnod Pike,
Clerk & Superintendent of Police.
Victoria, Hongkong, 10th November 1865.
True Copy
Colonial Secretary.