apparent outbreak among population of Hongkong.
the
Opposition between the two lines of steamers plying between Hongkong and Canton resulted in a reduction of fares to the small sum of ten cents. commencing on the 17th Instant.
3.
As many as 1,800 ten cent Passengers have arrived from Canton by a single boat containing a large proportion of, of course, a Chinese Vagabondism.
4.
I am happy to say the Police force have proved themselves equal to the emergency by increasing the number of inmates in our Gaol from 386 on the 7th instant to 519 on the instant.
5.
on the 28th Should this influx of visitors continue more stringent measures must be devised to deter the predatory classes from making Hongkong their hunting ground.
I have the honour to be,
My Lord,
Your Lordship's most Obedient humble servant,
Channels Governor