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The "Somdetch Phra Many, may-
have been driven on to the Scarborough Shoal,
or she
may
be anchored in one
the coast of Luzon for shelter, and.
of coal and food.
to send a
of the bays
on
I may be short
o you.
I have therefore to appeal to
-vessel to see if the steamer or
& gun-vess
any trace of her
can be found in the neigh
bourhood, indicated.
I am, Sir,
Your obedient Servant,
(signed) Sev. J. Hopkins
Agent
Scottish Oriental S. S. Ce Ste
H. M. S. "Victor Emanuel
Hong kong, 127 January on
to
The Agent
Scottish Oriental S. S. Co. Ltd
Hongkong.
Sir,
I am directed by the Commodore to acknowledge receipt of your letter of Yesterday's
date