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repeat the former absolute refusal of permission, but simply instruct
all future
me to refer to you applications in the matter of Telegraphic extension. This instruction I have fully carried out by this mail; and shall take no further action whatever until I shall have received your reply and decision. I am aware (I need scarcely say,) that there be considerations of Imperial Policy which must
may
outweigh considerations of local
and
and commercial interests.
I have the honor to be
My Lord
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Your Lordship's Most Obedient Humble Servant
57. Bowen