readily understood.
5. On return visit in harbour the Prince thanked "Bizyern" before the ship left, the Governor for his reception.
As the ship started, salutes were fired by the British, American and French ships in harbour.
I have the honour to be, Sir, Your most obedient humble Servant
H. A. Blake Governor
The Right Honourable Joseph Chamberlain M.P. Downing Street.
Confidential.
The U.K.S. Hongkong for 306/99.
Foreign Office.. MINUTE.
Mr. Stubbs
Mr. Antrobus.
Mr. Cox.
Mr. Lucas.
Mr. Graham.
Sir M. Ommanney.
Earl of Onslow.
Mr. Chamberlain.
(King 1/8/01 (20899))
14/1 30703 Straits 5/8/01. (last enclosure in original)
7. 30899.
Sir,
I am directed by Mr. Chamberlain to transmit to you for the information of the Marquess of Lansdowne copies of confidential despatches from the Governor of Hongkong and the Straits Settlements on the subject of
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