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it being borne in mind however that shipments can he stopped
at any time should circumstances dictate that course.
You will observe that there is a considerable
proportion of five cent pieces in the list, but these coins are
now becoming very popular among the Chinese.
As regards copper coins we advise that the re-
sult of the shipment of $10,000 expected to arrive by next
English Mail be awaited before taking further steps.
I have to add that, should His Excellency ap-
prove of the accompanying programme, the first two or three
items should be at once ordered by telegraph, full details of
the scheme being given by letter which should also be sent as
early as possible.
I have,&c.,
(Sa.) A.M.THOMSON,
Acting Treasurer.