A report has been current here that some despatch has been received by the Governor to the effect that the desired extension of the boundaries of the Colony has practically been agreed upon, and a further Tumour, possibly bruited by Chinese, places China New Year as the date when this extension is to take place. I have been unable to get any foundation even for the story, which I should be only too glad to see turn out awhentic. But I very Touch fear that we shall have to bie wee before this much desired and most important concession Is secured.
Hongkong, 9th January.
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