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the Magistrates from their experience of Chinese witnesses and the value to be attached to their evidence, and from the facilities of investigation which they possess, are the proper officers to enquire into and report cases of Extradition. On this part of the subject I beg to refer Your Lordship to Sir Arthur E. Kennedy who has, I think, considered it.
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The draft of the new Ordinance will be transmitted shortly. It is not yet ready for transmission, but the list of crimes is the portion most difficult to settle. I am to place it in your Lordship's hands as early as possible, whilst there is a possibility of Sir Arthur E. Kennedy's being able to advise upon it.
I have the honor to be, My Lord, Your Lordship's most obedient humble servant,
Henry Spencer Berkeley, Administrator.