Gange, to which ship he moved on board at Colombo.
In the ordinary course of things he should have sailed in the S.S. "Himalaya". He is unaware how the report of his non-embarkation in the latter ship has originated and knows nothing about the telegrams received by Cowes Agents.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient humble servant,
William Robson
DRAFT.
C. Agents
re Mr.
MINUTE.
Govt Hongkong.
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Minute by Mr. Lucas 1/2
Mr. Fairfield. 23
2 February 97
Gentlemen,
With reference to your despatch of the 11th November, reporting that Mr. W. Cameron had failed to embark for Hongkong in the S.S. "Himalaya" on the 5th November, I am directed by the Earl of Selborne to acquaint you that he has been informed by the Governor of Hongkong that Mr. Cameron did embark on the "Himalaya" and duly reached Hongkong in that ship, to which ship he had changed at Colombo.
Mr. Wingfield.
Mr. Brimston.
Mr. Chamberlain,
2 drafts
Mr Secretary