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...attention be drawn to any representation or grievances that may be laid before Her Majesty's Government.
Before having recourse thereto, Her Majesty's subjects are therefore required to abstain from all part in the aforesaid demonstrations, to return to their several duties, and to re-open their shops.
Tumultuous movements taking place after the publication of this Proclamation will be immediately suppressed by the Military Authorities.
By Order,
(Signed) W. T. Mercer,
Colonial Secretary.
God Save the Queen.
Given at Government House, Hongkong,
this 21st day of November, 1856.
(The Copy)
Colonial Secretary.