Government between 1851 and 1861, and which are now to be given up; whether the interests in question were acquired by purchase; if so, on what terms how many separate properties are affected; whether all of these are now in the hands of British subjects; whether the terms of surrender will provide for the Properti not being disposed of in ray that might be detrimental to British interests; and whether other foreign Powers are adopting" 2 similar policy in this matter?
Lieut.-Commander Kenworthy asi ed the Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department represent. ses ig First Commissioner of Works, what Crown property he holds on Chinese territory; what is the total estimated value at present prices of this property; whether it is being disposed of; if so, at what price; and what is the reason for this sale, surrender, or gift of national property?
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