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TELEGRAM from the Governor of Hong Kong to the Secretary

of State for the Colonies.

Dated 14th November.

(Received, Colonial Office, 6.28 a.m., 14th November, 1929)

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My despatch of 26th September

No.420 Estimates Head 12 Imports and Exports Department Statistical branch page 24 other charges sub-heads 25

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to 34 page 26 personal emoluments should be glad to learn by telegraph whether you approve these items for re-establishment of statistical department. Early sanction necessary if department is to operate from 1st January as staff and accommodation have to be arranged for.