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should leave England for China by August 31st.(see Sir B. Aleton's telegram of January 24th, copy of which was forward-
ed to the Board on January 27th.)
3. Copy of a telegram which is now being addressed
to His Majesty's Minister at Peking is also enclosed.
4. A copy of this letter has been forwarded to the Admiralty for their observations in case they should feel disposed to make any recommendations as to filling the
appointment.
A PORT
I am,
etc.,
(Sd) Victor Wellesley.