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that H.M. Ambassador and the Consul General at Shanghai should
be aware of this proposed extension in case it possesses disadvantages which can only be appreciated by those in close contact with conditions prevailing in the China coastal and
inland trade.
3.
Copies of this letter are being sent to the Colonial office and the Board of Trade.
I am, Sir,
Your obedient Servant,
J. S. BANNES.