The Magistrates.
The absence of Mr. Mercer, Colonial Secretary, at Macao, by reason of ill health prevented a formal meeting of the Executive Council, but I obtained both from Colonel Caine and Mr. Mercer general concurrence in the views set forth in my Circular.
I should be disposed to call your attention to what I deem reprehensible in the conduct of Mr. Mitchell, the Acting Chief Magistrate of Police, did I not expect that the early arrival of Mr. A. J. Davies will relieve the Government from similar embarrassments for the future.
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I have the honour to be,
With the highest respect,
Sir,
Your most obedient,
Humble servant,
John Bowring