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Shan Chun Kowloon City occupied today without resistance. Sham Chun will follow pending receipt of full instructions.
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Whether the occupation of Shan Chun is permanent or temporary is a matter for further consideration.
In the meantime, acknowledgment by telegraph (code) with expression of appreciation of the reports on the operations, and further instructions will be sent in due course for putting forth the attitude of...