as to the importance and bearing which the scheme would have on the native direct trade with the Colony of Hongkong," and that it would lead to vexations and harassing proceedings against all native Vessels clearing from the Port of Hongkong," might well lead Mr Consul Robertson to suppose objections the new that the Governor's were directed against Regulations in their bearing upon the trade of Chinese subjects with the Port of Hongkong, to which the Treaty of Tientsin has no application.
Jam, Sir, Your most obedient humble servant
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