1916.
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PARAPHRASE TELEGRAM.
The Secretary of State for the Colonies
to the Governor of Hong Kong.
(Sent, 3.10 p.m., 14th January, 1916.).
Clear the line.
With reference to your cypher telegram of 30th December a rumour that the enemy prisoners of war are to be embarked on Japanese steamer calling at Manila is reported by the Consul General at Kanila who fears that efforts may be made to secure their
No neutral release by means of legal action. port should be called at by the boat which carries the prisoners of war.
BONAR LAW.
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