Government House, Hongkong, 14th August, 1899.
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With reference to my telegram of the 8th June last and your reply thereto of the 21st idem, I have the honour to transmit for the signification of Her Majesty's pleasure the following Ordinance entitled:- "An Ordinance to continue the Hong-Kong and Shanghai Bank Ordinance, 1899." No.17 of 1899.
The customary Report by the Attorney General is annexed.
The Right Honourable Joseph Chamberlain, M.P. &c.,
I have the honour to be, Sir, Your most obedient Humble Servant,
Arang Arshake GOVERNOR, &C.
Enclosure 1: 31st July 1899.
Enclosure 2: 14th August, 6 spare copies.
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