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differently and delicacy. I am informed that the leading Chinese Merchants residing here, are not British Subjects;
And that it will not be easy to find amongst them qualified as British Subjects, a native gentleman combining in the person the proper social position, independent means, and education.
Considering that I arrived here only last week, it would be premature for me to offer any further remarks on this question at present; but I shall give to it my earnest attention.
I have the honour to be,
My Lord,
Your Lordship's Most Obedient Servant,
5.Bowen