The following correspondence is for publication Shanghai, 23ed May, 1906 ing documents are forwarded for publication with the foregoing minutes Sim,—I have the honour to bring to notice that from information the Taotai, it appears driving in the' Settlement, wear mer or winter hats mounted with golden buttons, outward sign of an official position or title? The Taotai wishes us to ask you to take the noc sary measures in order to avoid this trifling with buttons which according to Chinese law and custom form part of an official's dress, The Consular Body should be pleased toher that you have complied with the above expressed wish. ounp yang Aupung Jaypao oom oq] Suump poreder Thave the honour to be, Sir, Your obedient servant,
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