It appears to me unfortunate that, on account of a point of form, this arrangement, which was considered requisite to those whose opinion must be taken as conclusive on such matters, should have been delayed by becoming a matter of controversy.
I must add that I have read with great concern your letter to Sir J. Frant of the 12th between the military No 36. Miscellaneous and civil authorities His 4004 Hong Kong RECEIVED MAY 18 1861.
Government Offices, Victoria, Hong Kong, 15th March, 1861.
My Lord Duke,
I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt, on the 13th instant, of Your Grace's Despatches as follows:
Original. Nos 2 and 3, - the last of 26th January 1861.
Circulars Letter of 22nd January and of 5th February, which appears to have been unhappily ruptured. has not, in my opinion...
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