Lot 2 to 10.
2. As you will see from the enclosed correspondence, I have received a similar application from Messrs John Swine & Sons and have informed them that, in view of the adverse opinions expressed by you and your predecessor, I am unable to meet their wishes.
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Messrs John Swine & Sons,
Gentlemen,
Hong Kong, 2nd June 1908.
I am directed by the Earl of Elgin to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 11th May asking that the Crown leases of Shankiwan Inland Lot 408 and Marine Lot 2 to 10 be extended to a term of 999 years.
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