should be permitted to draw the 1,800 chests in
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4. The objection to the amendment proposed by the Unofficial Members is set forth in the enclosed copy of a report by the Colonial Treasurer and I beg to recommend that the suggestion of the Unofficial Members be not entertained.
5. Referring to Lord Knutsford's despatch No. 84 of the 8th April, 1892, I have also to point out that the Government has not purchased any quantities during the year.
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3. The reasons for the proposed amendment are stated in the enclosed copies of the opinions of four of the Unofficial Members and I may add that Mr Belilios, who has not sent a written statement, is of the same opinion.
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