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understood that any C.D. & W. funds which might be sanctioned could not be used retrospectively to reimburse costs which might already have been incurred. Mr. Follows said this was understood.

Mr. Harding agreed, in view of Mr. Follows explanation, that it would be suitable to put up a separate application now in favour of the village depot scheme.

This is being done separately on a sub-file 54403/8/48.

I return these papers to Mr. Bourdillon from whom I borrowed them yesterday.

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1. Following on our discussion of the 23rd with Mr. Follows and Mr. Bancroft etc. Mr. Sidebotham has prepared an amended draft of our proposed despatch to Hong Kong about C. 9. & W. projects for the New Territories. It is marked to you.

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This will need reference to the Treasury.

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