For zone information
2 guidance a copy. When reply, which I have received, and from which you will learn that the General Officer Commanding Hongkong has been authorized to inform you whether or not the construction of the Road may be proceeded with.
We are, &c.
19 Dec. 1866
Corey Honey Hong &c.
877
Sin &c.
In War Office &c.
reference 212071/1
130
Left December 1866.
In reply to the communication from this Office dated 1st October last, Honghong, respecting War Department Property, although Hong Kong, I am directed by General Peel to acquaint you that a communication, a copy of which is enclosed, has been received from the Secretary of State for the Colonies requesting the assent of the Secretary of State for War to the construction. The General Officer Commanding.
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