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In view of No.46, I think that we might take a rather stronger line in the reply to Major-General Sugden than Mr. Sabben-Clare and I originally contemplated. I therefore submit an alternative draft which I have martel for Sir George bater's signature, as I believe that he is now back at the Office.

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