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the extension of Hong Kong within the city of Kowloon, the Chinese officials now stationed there shall continue to exercise jurisdiction, and also in the Convention for the demarcation of the Extension signed by the Viceroy of Kwangtung & the Governor of Hongkong it is expressly stated that Samshui (or Samchun) is not to be included in the leased territory; these forcible actions on the part of Great Britain would appear to be violations of the Conventions and are entirely contrary to the friendly spirit in which the Chinese Government granted the lease.
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And that Lordship is earnestly requested to immediately instruct the Governor of Hongkong to withdraw the forces at once and adjust the question peacefully so as to preserve the friendly relations between the two countries.
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