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would arise if their interpretation
acted upon.
3.
may
were
possible.
to be
4.
The question, which
not be free from
doubt, is nevertheless, as
Captain Rumsey remarks,
one
of considerable
importance, and I shall be obliged if Your Lordship will refer it for decision to the Board of Trade, ~ and communicate their
reply
to me as soon as
possible
In the meantime
the contention of the Peninsular and Oriental
Company will be admitted pending instructions.
I have the honour to be,
My Lord, Your Lordship's Most Obedient
Humble Servant,
I. Fleming