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1937 to the Colonial Office (paragraph 4) copied to Peking

No. 1), in these aggravating and unnecessary manoeuvres.

is at least remarkable that in his absence his office was

always most helpful, and particularly in connection with this

matter of Shipping restrictions (see paragraph 16 of my

despatch under reference).

I have, etc.,

(Signed) A.P. Blunt.

Consul-General.