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Wt. 56978–414. 85000. 3/18. D&S,

100000 4/16,

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Any further communication should be Addressed to

THE SECRETARY,

at the address givan opposite.

The following letters and number must be quoted

W.T.D.

7655/16.

Letters will be dealt with more expedi

ly if they relate to one application only.

Telegrams:-

WARTRADE, VIO, LONDON.

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REC

25662

WAR TRADE DEPARTMENT REG 31 MAY 16)

4, CENTRAL BUILDINGS,

WESTMINSTER, 9.W.

30th May,

1916.

Sir,

With reference to your letter of the 32nd instant,

683438/16, in which you transmitted copy of

correspondence relative to the transhipment of raw silk

and silk waste consigned from Canton to destinations in

France, the United States of America and Russia, I am

instructed by the Director of the War Trade Department

to state for the information of Mr. Secretary Bonar Law

that it is observed that the question does not arise

so far as France is concerned.

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As regards the United States and Russia, Lord Emmott

is of opinion that general authority might be given to the Governor to allow transhipment provided he is

satisfied as to the destination of the goods.

I am,

he Under Secretary of State,

CB/OS.

etc.

eto.

etc.,

Colonial Office.

Sir,

Your obedient Servant,

N. J. Highmore

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