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pence
of the general
the Colony
and the security of
its
inhabitants, who in former
Years
were compelled
to Wear
arms in
self defence:
having regard
no
- but hitherto necessary
laws.
13. With
reference
regard to which is
more by
6
the
A
the
action
of Lord Lytton
in his recent
despatch.
I have
to
state
that
I am
of opinion
that
the peculiar situation
of Hong
Kong
would
have
done
so, & to the
Chinese
character and
habits,
I will find it
necessary
to exercise great
caution
in the relaxation of
these exceptional
laws, advising any
business,
and in my
Letter to
you, I
confine myself
to legal advice,
distinct from political
Comments,
however take
this
opportunity
to
state
that I
cannot
take
any
action
you request,
in normal