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The Secretary of State for the Colonies to the
Governor of Hong Kong.
(Sent 3.5.p.m. 22nd March, 1916)
With reference to your telegram of 28th February
I have consulted Board of Trade but I am unable to under- stand the phrase "British and foreign ocean steamers not subject to Imperial War Tax". Board of Trade point out that if it is proposed to change increased dues on ships owned by companies not paying taxes in the United Kingdom the matter would have to be considered in the light of the Commercial tresties acceded to by or extended to the
Please explain more fully your proposal.
Colony.
BONAR LAW.
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