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enforced by the Allied Government concerned.
provision makes it, in Mr. Balfour's opinion, essential that [the initiative in demanding the
forfeiture of such goods saould be taken by the
Allied Consul, and the functions of the Colonial
Authorities should therefore in nis view be confined
to informing the Allied Consul of the situation and
enquiring whether, having regard to the Trading with
the Enemy laws of his country, he is prepared to
authorise the forfeiture of the goods concerned.
I a,
Sir,
Your most obedient,
humble Servant,
Walter Townley for the
KA CONTROLLER.