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the representative of the Provincial Government. As far
as His Excellency Chang Jon Chun is personally concerned,
he is, I think, too broad-minded and has the development
of his country too much at heart, to allow such consider:t-
-ions to influence his actions to any serious extent.
It is, therefore, in my opinion, regrettable
that the Corporation's agents and Mr. Grove did not make
a personal appeal to the Viceroy, through this Consulate-
General, at an earlier dats, wh'n matters had not reached
the critical atate they are in at prosent.
I have the honour to oncloas, at Mr. Grove'a
request, copion of lettern that have lately passed
Natwom the British and Chinese Corporation's agents in
Hongkong and himself. The correspondence therein referred
to has, I understand, already been submitted for your
inspection.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient humble servant,
Mowacer
27/7/09
(Sgd) Hary St.
H. For.
Acting Consul-General.