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1950

in this trade may I

appropriately to the Hongkong Government.

ask that such views be communicated

I would,

however, prefer that neither this letter nor the name of

Jardine Matheson & Co. be mentioned.

It is understood of course that the practical

problems arising from the shortage of accommodation etc.

in Hongkong would have to be left to be dealt with by

the Government on the spot and that every reasonable

facility would be granted.

I have the honour to be, Sir,

Your obedient Servant,

Buckenard

The Under-Secretary of State, Colonial Office, S.W.1.