caste Chinese — Experience has amply proved that little reliance can be reposed on the reticence and fidelity of most of these men. Indeed a recent trial before the Supreme Court has shown this in substance, and even copies of important official documents have been surreptitiously supplied to a portion of the Colonial staff.+ If the despatch No.177 is placed on public record, I am informed that there can be but little doubt that its contents, with many exaggerations, will soon be spread abroad throughout this small community. It will be generally alleged that the Governor, the Executive Council, and the Colonial authorities generally, have been placed in important subordination, in an important matter, to H.M. Secretary of State. Again, I need hardly disclaim any personal feeling in this matter. The publication of despatch No.177 would have the effect (as I am assured) of producing general sympathy with it.
+ See Despatch No.7/83.
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