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He gave some figures showing the amount of Opium that was prepared. He asked to be allowed to return might said he mi make a a d and again, a be able to LK T definite proposal.
On 9th January last Mr Zung Shui came to the Colonial Secretary's Office, and said that if a union could be made between the rival Companies, the Government would get as much revenue as it is getting now. He wished Mr Russell to bring about this Reconciliation.
Subsequently, Mr Li Sing of the Chap Shing Company and Mr Ho A Mei met the Officer Administering the Government here, the Acting Colonial Secretary and the Colonial Treasurer being present. At this interview it was ascertained that attempts at a reconciliation would be futile. As regards offer by the rival Company, nothing definite would be got from Mr Li Ding. They thought of taking one licence for export, but could make no definite arrangement.
Subsequently