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the view that as few as possible should be appointed at first. Sir Mark Young was inclined to think, however, that there should be at least three to balance the three Chinese. It was thought that the three should be the Portuguese representa- tive, who could be the previous representa- tive Mr. D'Almada, the nominee of the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce and the nominee or the Justices or the Peace. his return it was agreed that Brigadier MacDougall would approach these bodies explaining that for the time being, appointments would be on a provisional
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7. When the position at X above has been clarified ? we should write to Brigadier MacDougall confirming the action it was agreed should be taken.
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A copy of paragraphs 4 and 5 of this minute has been placed on file 14342/2/1 (Colonial Renegades Sir R. Kotewall).
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