Hongkong
25th February, 1584
Governor
Sir George F. Bowen, G.C.M.G.,
to
The Right Honourable The Earl of Derby
Forwarding copy of letter from the French Admiral on his approaching departure from Hongkong; and of Sir G. Bowen's reply.
DRAFT.
Haughey
40.81
Sir F. G. Bowen J.C.M.G.
MINUTE. 2 April
Mr. Johnson
Mr. De Nobeck
Mr. Wingfield.
Mr. Bramston.
X Mr. Meade.
Sir R. Herbert.
Mr. Ashley.
Lord Derby.
L.7. to 7.0.
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5 April 84
I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your despatch no. 55 of the 25th of February last, forwarding copy of correspondence with the French Admiral Meger regarding his approaching departure from the Station Hongkong.
A copy of your despatch has been communicated to the Foreign Office.
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