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In the course which was adopted in bringing the case without delay to a hearing.
In the event of the finding of the Court being appealed against to Peking, His Excellency would feel obliged by your informing the proper Authorities that this Government, on behalf of that of Singapore, is prepared to support the security for the release of the Steamer which will be offered by the Agent pending the final decision of the reference.
(Signed) Cecil C. Smith
Acting Colonial Secretary.
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Am. Consulate Canton, 22nd June 1875.
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I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your despatch No. 433 of the 21st inst. and to request you will convey to His Excellency The Administrator my appreciation of the satisfaction he has been pleased to express regarding my action in the case of the "Carisbrooke" previous to bringing the case.
I have communicated...
He. How: Cecil C. Smith