No. 170.
Sir,
Government House, Hong Kong,
29th July, 1899.
243
In reply to your Circular despatch of the 15th May last, I have the honour to state that no disabilities or restrictions are imposed on British Indians in this Colony.
According to the last census there were 1348 British Indians in Hong Kong, including the members of the Indian contingent of the Police, but exclusive of the Indian military establishment which numbers 1454 of all ranks.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your Most Obedient Humble Servant,
HENRY A. BLAKE
GOVERNOR &c.,
The Right Honourable
JOSEPH CHAMBERLAIN, M.P.,
&c.
&c.