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CUPY.

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In lieu of separate passports or other

documents of nationality, it is the British Army

practice to include all soldiers' dependents on a

nominal roll, and I understand that you are enquiring

of the quarantine authorities whether they would be

prepared to accept a general certificate from the

military medical authority in Hong Kong to the effect

that all the women and children include in the nominal

roll have been duly immunised against all quarantinable

diseases, and if so, the form of certificate required.

I would now further enquire whether the

Philippine immigration authorities would be prep red to

accept a similar certified nominal roll as evidence of

nationality and permit the temporary entry of such

soldiers' dependents without further formality.

While I sincerely tr st that the need for any

evacuation from Hong Kong as contemplated may be

obviated, I would express my deep gratitude to the

United States and Philippine Governments and to the

American and Filipino peoples for the practical sympathy

they are showing to British refugees.

With kindest regards, I am, dear Mr. High

Commissioner,

Yours very sincerely,

5. Ayatt-Smith.

H... Consul-General.

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