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While in Shanghai Mr. Ross would hold himself
in readiness to return to Peking at short notice and
could reach Peking in seven or eight days.
We beg leave to enquire whether the Marquess of
Lansdowne has any objection to the instruction we
propose telegraphing to Mr. Ross.
We are informing the Colonial Office of our pro-
posal.
We are,&c.,
The British and Chinese Corporation Limited.
(Signed)
per W.Keswick,
Chairman.
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