other ousings in Arrytong better foundation than the story of his negotiations with myself. Moreover, equally little weight attaches apparently to the suggestion of: Mayers that Pang Yuk's conduct had been in all probability, actuated by the hope of fortifying his position by influence required with the Colonial Authorities. Mr. Smith informs me that on no occasion did Pang Yok ever intimate directly or indirectly that his services should be commended to the Chinese Authorities.
25. Nevertheless, strictly speaking, and except as a matter of fair play, the personal conduct of Pang Yuk outside his office of Commandant of Kowloon, or of any one holding that appointment is of comparatively minor importance. The principle of keeping open a friendly and constant intercourse between Hongkong and Kowloon Police and other neighborly purposes generally, is and must always be very important. That principle is now, I hope, placed on a solid foundation, and, as Mr. Robertson wishes Her Majesty's Government to suppress ... I think, with his hearty concurrence, the result is all the more ...
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