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Telegram received by Board of Trade from Shipping Federation 31st August 1904.
"Steamer "Auchenarden" Hong Kong firemen refused to proceed to Japan, demanded discharge which master was required by harbour master to grant; men returning by German steamer "Roon" now due Southampton. Federation considering whether to prosecute for refusal to proceed to sea. Failing case, wish to hold payment of wages on arrival.
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