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unofficials forms the subject of careful conson

by the Gov. and the S. of S.

We need take no action in Seychelles either.

It is difficult to find suitable unofficials

there

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especially since the resignations over

the Williamson Dalrymple ) affair.

18. 9. 14

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abonce the

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20.3.14

N°

No: 24

TRES

7612

GE 28 FEB 14,

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GOVERNMENT HOUSE.

HONGKONG. 2nd. February, 1914.

Sir,

4/2/33635/13

Referring to your Despatch No. 312 of the 15th.

October last, I have the honour to enquire whether the ruling, that

unofficial members of Council should not be reappointed, for more

than one period, applies to members of the Legislative Council

nominated by the Chamber of Commerce or by the Justices of the

Peace, and to unofficial members of the Executive Council.

I have the honour to be,

Sir,

Your most obedient,

humble servant,

...

Governor, &c..

RIGHT HONOURABLE

LETIS HARCOURT, M.P.,

&c..

SLC..

&0...