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As there does not appear the any probability that Mr M. Nathan will reconsider his decision, there only remains the first of the suggestions made by Sir R. Hart, namely, that the duties of the Postal Agencies should be placed, as far as possible, in the hands of the Consulate Constables.
I have accordingly addressed the Consulate Constables.
A despatch in that sense, of which I have the honour to inclose copy, to His Majesty's Consular Representatives at Amoy, Canton, Hankow and Swatow. At Foochow there is no constable, and at Kiungchow and Ningpo the respective Constables are already in charge of the postal arrangements.
I have sent a copy of this despatch to the Governor of Hong Kong.
I have etc.,
(Signed) J. N. Jordan.