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take it into consideration, and
see Low for some arrangement
may
be made compatible with
the views you expressed.
Accordingly I this afternoon
received a telegram, a
translation of which I enclose,
and from it you will see that
the ships on board are to be there ready for
action when required.
Before returning any
Answer,
I have the honor to submit
these propositions for your consideration
as there
may
be objections I am not aware of.
I have to
Signed 8.15. Robertio
Consul
Similar despatch was addressed
& the Governor of Hongkong).