TELEGRAM
from the Governor of Hongkong to the Secretary
of State for the Colonies.
[ 0.0.
51142
$39
9761 AUM & Ę ex).
Dated 13th November, 1925.
(Received, Colonial Office, 12.44 p.m.13th November, 13% 5.)
Urgent.
James Element Gunner Royal Artillery sentenced to three years imprisonment with hard labour 23rd February 1925 for attempted rape. Very desirable that he should serve remainder of sentence in the United Kingdom f or health reasons tropical gaol unsuitable for European for long period. Request Order of Removal Colonial Prisoners Removal Act. Passage can be arranged troop ship Derbyshire sailing 19th November if you will telegraph sanction details as in your telegram of 17th May 1920 will be (920 telegraphed if required. Matter most urgent.
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