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kind can only be dealt with by the Consul of the acouseú's
nationality.
With this view of my position in the matter my
Portuguese colleague entirely concurred and he was, as
mentioned in the report, present at the onquiry in a private
capacity.
I propose to continue this repert tono.row after my
interview with the Viceroy.
I am sending copy of this despatch to the Governor
of Hongkong and the Comandier in 'hief on the China
Station.
I have the honour to be,
gir,
Your most obedient humble servant,
J F
(S9a) Harry S.
Anting Consul-Gonural.