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and the Straits settlements.
Lord Granville proposes to consult the Law Officers
of the Crown as to the proceedings which should
be taken by Her Majesty's Government in regard to the harsh treatment these
Coolies seem to be experiencing,
but before doing
so His Lordship would be glad to be favoured with any
observations from
the Earl of Kimberly,
which
he
may
have to offer.
Sir,
Your most obedient
humble servant.
T. Villiers