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the Britannic Majesty's Consul - Canton, & Colonial Secretary.
(copy)
7°23.
Her Majesty's Consulate,
Canton,
7
25th March 1881.
Sir,
Adverting to previous correspondence respecting the rendition of the thirteen criminals claimed by His Excellency the Viceroy, I have the honour to forward, for the consideration of His Excellency the Governor, a translation of a further communication (N°27) which I have received from His Excellency the Taotai on this subject.
The Honorable,
J. Stewart,
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I have, &c.
(Signed) A. S. C. Hewlett
Consul.
Acting Colonial Secretary
Hong Kong