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respectfully to demur to Your Excellency's remarks in regards to the procedure to be followed.
(1) Is Wong Rong a portion of the territory in occupation of H.M's forces?
The Secretary of State by H.M's despatch ordered the seizure of Wong Rong. The order was to keep complete control of the river. Some miles distant from this camp, Wong Rong in no way affects the safety of the troops stationed here. If Wong Rong is considered a portion of occupied territory,
(2) where will the line be drawn?
(3) Is it wise, expedient, or indeed lawful to keep troops at Tham Chim, to properly safeguard the garrison of Tham Chan? Was it necessary to...