rest be examined tomorrow, that all those who seem to think themselves under contracts of service be struck from the list, and the rest allowed to depart.
I must again pray for a speedy reply, because if this request is not granted, it is my daily affair at once.
I have resolved to throw up ...
(Signed) Fr. P. Groeneveldt.
Acting Colonial Secretary
Enclosure No. 16.95
Sir,
Colonial Secretary's Office
Nottingham, 21st Nov. 1875
betr.
With reference to your letter of yesterday's date, I am directed to state to you that the Immigration Officer will be prepared to examine all intended Chinese Passengers in accordance with the provisions of the Law.
(Signed) Cecil C. Smith
Acting Colonial Secretary
Groeneveldt Esqre