CO129-237 - Governor Des Voeus Acting Governor Stewart - 1888 [1-6] — Page 541

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thousands, petitioned for protection, (stating that they

wished to return to work but

were in fear of

the

cargo-

coolies), and were, of

535

of the peace.

16.

On the mo

morning

of

the 28th ultimo the cargo.

bosts sailed back into the

harbour, and the men

returned to work, a number

course, immediately

informed that all necessary

of

protection would be afforded. Towards evening indications coming from various other quarters rendered it probable that the affair would end in a few days

without serious disturbance

of

them having been

photographed and thus

showing

a

disposition to

conform to the regulations During the next

17.

few days nothing of great

moment occurred, but as time went on, one

one as

aspect of

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