bad character, and I am in hope that one or other of these charges may be established not only to the satisfaction of the magistrate, but also of the Executive Council, and that the soreness which this matter would otherwise create in the minds of the Chinese Govt thus be avoided.
Sinclair to Her Majesty's Govt March 25, 1886 1 Enclosure of the 15th inst: and also 281
A copy of a despatch from Mr Sinclair, H.M. Consul at Foochow conveying the assurance of The Tartar General that torture would not be used and that British Officials would be allowed to assist at the trial.
I have &c
N.R. O'Conor.
I do myself the honor to inclose herewith a copy of my despatch to Mr Marsh in reply to his despatch
N'Conor to Her Majesty's Govt April 28, 1886