I am directed by the Earl of Kimberley to transmit to you for the consideration of the Board of Trade, a copy of a despatch from the Governor of Hongkong proposing the erection of three lighthouses in that Colony.
I am to request that Lord Kimberley may be informed whether it is expedient that these lights should be erected in the proposed situations, and that he may be favoured with any suggestions which you may wish to offer on the subject.
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MINUTE 30 Color. Leo — 31 Jay/73. Mr. Moxade & pinz Mer. Holland. Mr. Herbert. Mr. Hugesson. Lo Rumberley presume Lord Kimberley.
of Earl Granville that as the Chinese Government are averse to any concession to foreigners of sites for lighthouses, they should be strongly urged to erect lighthouses themselves, which they can well afford out of the revenue which they derive from customs duties.
3. The Hongkong Surveyor at present proposes to build additional lighthouses on ...
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that ample funds are at their disposal but before sanctioning this proposal, it will in the first instance be referred to the Board of Trade for consideration.
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