CO129-580-4 Proposed aircraft factories in Hong Kong 21-12-1938 - 2-1-1940 — Page 55

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March, 1939.

H.R.Cowell, Esq., C.M.G.,

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Dear Sir,

Pursuant to my letter of 23rd February, I have received information to the effect that certain other parties have applied to the Hongkong Government for permission to erect an aeroplane factory and assemble machines on Hongkong territory.

after 726 on 53846/38and submitted that the original sponsors of the idea should be

When discussing the project with Mr. G. E. J. Gent on 18th November last I mentioned the possibility of such an occurrence

given preference in any licence granted, provided they were able to comply with the conditions that might be imposed.

Yours faithfully,

6.B.E.

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