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true that the Chinese lave constructed some vighty miles of
the railway at the Canton end and that in their own interests
a conection should be effected as soon as possible. As this
Kuangtung section is, however, outside the ilukuang Railway
project, we have not a very strong position in urging such en
arwent at present, but as soon as tr. isayars returns to
Peking, I shall consult him and do what is possible to meet
the just requirements of lionskon; in this matter.
In the meantime, I a calling for a report from his
'ajesty's Consul-General at ton on the subject.
I have the honour to be,
With the highest respect,
cir,
Your most obedient,
(signed)
inable servant,
J.N. Jordan.
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