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December has since urged very strongly in conversa-
tion the views expressed by the Yamên. He contends
that the Viceroy T'an, the cause of all the trouble,
having been removed from his post by the Chinese
Government, and he himself appointed in his place,
full reparation has been made for T'an's behaviour,
and that the Convention should now be faithfully
observed on both sides.
He contended that his record should satisfy
Her Majesty's Government that he would keep proper
order in all places under his jurisdiction.
I could not agree with His Excellency's views,
but advised him to discuss the matter with the
Governor of Hongkong upon whom he intends to call en
route for Canton.
(Signed)
I have, &c.,
Claude M. Macdonald.