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sides should be made, it can be discussed, when the time comes on the basis of any regulations which may exist in other countries with regard to such a matter.
Please approach Sir Edward Grey, and inform His Excellency of the present position of the negotiations regarding the Canton-Kowloon Railway as related in the above. It is sincerely hoped that His Excellency will be able to see his way to exercise his influence on the Corporation so as to bring the negotiation to a conclusion on this basis.
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In reply to your letter of Aug 23 27 the 2nd instant enclosing a copy of a Note from the Chinese Minister protesting against the negotiation in regard to the Canton Kowloon Railway.
2. Lord Elgin presumes that the telegram from the Viceroy which is forwarded by the Minister relates to the offer...