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in which he also drew attention to two letters written by his

predecessor in 1899 in connection with the case of Ahrens.

Copies of these letters are also attached, and from them it

would appear that even if there were no question of Messrs.

Marty's liability the German Consul would disclaim all respon-

sibility in the matter.

losure & 1905

The Sabruary

4.

As the French Consul has also repudiated

his responsibility, in a letter of which I enclose a copy, I

have the honour to suggest that the matter should be referred

to the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs in order that

application may be made to the German Government as suggested Ao in your Despatch No. 235 of the 17th. July, 1901, in the

Ahrens case. Meanwhile the patient is likely to be a source

of considerable trouble and expense to this Government.

I have the honour to be,

sir,

Your most obedient

Humble servant,

Hurry Mahe

Governor,

&C..

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