2.
from various sources seem to show that the Kwangtung
section also requires much renovation, and that the
intermediate section now under construction is unlike-
ly to be in full running order until some considerable
time after the official opening of the whole line.
I have the honour to be,
With the highest respect,
Sir,
Your most obedient,
humble Servant,
(SIGNED) D.J. COWAN.
In the absence of H.M. Chargé d'Affaires.
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