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The Chairman:-
Dr Atkinson:-
The Chairman:-
Dr Atkinson:-
The Chairman:-
I declined to do so. He then said lend the money to me, and I said I would do so. Nothing was said about interest, and Inspector O'Keefe a few days after handed me the Promissory Note, which I attach.
I have not received repayment of any part of the $500 or any interest in respect thereof, and I am informed that Li Cha Ming has left Hongkong.
In reply to the remainder of your letter I deny all the allegations or grounds therein mentioned and as regards G and H I have been tried at the Criminal Sessions in respect of these charges, and acquitted.
I have the honour to be, Sir,
Your obedient servant,
sgd. Francis Ward.
I propose with the Honourable Members' consent to take charge "B" first, because we have certain Chinese witnesses to call.
Ko San (Shang) called:-
Witness absent, sick. Witness sent for.
Leung In, called:-
Mr President, may we ask any questions?
It is open to anyone to ask questions.
I would like to ask him (Ward) with reference to "A"
We are to have that later on. "A" will be dealt with bye and bye.
What is your name?
A. Leung In.
Do you belong to the Fuk On firm, or shop, 208 Des Voeux Road Central?
A. Yes, I do.
Q. Do you know that gentleman (Ward)?
I do.
Do you know what his name is?
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