were formerly in force the Colnie, in the Most
2. I have given careful consideration to this question, but I do not consider it to be proved that the system of C.D. Acts was really effectual for its purpose. Moreover it was undoubtedly capable of great abuse, and it was & continues to be objected to by a large body of public opinion in this country, it would not be prudent for White
For these practical purposes, for disregarding reasons, I am not prepared to sanction the reintroduction here of any system involving either the compulsory registration of brothels or of prostitutes, or the periodical examination of women.
3. I am however of opinion, that every endeavour should be made & everything be done for checking the spread of diseases in the Straits Settlements on the lines of the Regulations recently adopted in India, modified as may be necessary to suit the circumstances of the Colony.
I enclose a copy of the Parliamentary Paper [C-2401] containing Lord George Hamilton's despatch to the Govt. of India, dated 18th May last.