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them by this Lordship on this subject; and to request that in laying the unclosed papers before the Duke of Buckingham you will state that Lord Stanley would suggest for His Grace's consideration that a communication should be addressed to the Governor of Hong Kong, informing him, with reference to Monsieur de St. Ferriol's representation, that there is a law prohibiting foreign vessels from hoisting the colours of any other nation in British waters.
Stanley would be glad to be informed of the Duke of Buckingham's opinion on this case as His Lordship will await His Grace's decision before answering the French Chargé d'Affaires.
I am, Sir, your most obedient humble servant, Hammond
I am to add that Lord Stanley...