CO129-560-17 Kowloon- expropriation of Chinese property 6-1-1937 - 4-9-1937 — Page 105

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Canton with the authorities of Hongkong are becoming more

and more cordial, it is highly desirable that any possible

ground for misunderstanding on either side should be

removed. I am sure that you will join your efforts with

mine in bringing this desire into fruition and thus venture

to suggest that the Governor of Hongkong be persuaded to

drop his plan of evacuation and that, further, such steps

be taken as will permit Chinese officials to resume

jurisdiction in Kowloon City in accordance with the

Convention of 1898. As regards the park plan which

seems to be responsible for the order of evacuation, I

have reason to believe that Chinese officials and indivi-

duals will be willing to do all they can to lay out a

public park in the City which will enhance the value of

its surroundings. It is sincerely hoped that you will

give these suggestions your favourable consideration and

strong support.

(Signed)

Yours sincerely

HSU MO.

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