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He is not entitled to a free passage.
Emery says not.
Men Ellick.
Leave of absence granted to them.
The Writer asks that his expenses may be paid by the public. To do this would be dangerous to all concerned, a decision not desirable.
Serious passage on his return to Canton granted.
Barely received a letter.
Writes again.
Shall he? John
Rev?
15 NOV 1858
27
DEC
12332
Sir,
13
15 March
Received
301
Lam Secretary Sir E.B. Lytton acknowledges the receipt of your letter of the 30th ult.
Requesting that the son, the Rev. J.J. Irwin, J.J.
may be allowed a free passage on his return to Hong Kong. I am directed to state clearly that it is not the practice.
regrets