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Res 27 JUN 16

GOVERNMENT HOUSE,

HONGKONG. 17th. May, 1916,

I have the honour to forward the enclosed copy

of a letter addressed to this Government by the Hongkong Mercantile Company to the effect that they are unable to import lead from the United Kingdom, whereas two other firms in the Colony are apparently

able to get the necessary permits.

2.

Enquiry made locally confirms the statement that

the two firms mentioned are selling lead for delivery from London.

I have the honour to be,

Sir,

Your most obedient, humble servant,

Domag

Governor,&c..

THE RIGHT HONOURABLE

ANDREW BONAR LAW, M.P.,

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