Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay.

No. 220.]

Sir: I respectfully beg leave to inclose copy of correspondence with the Concordia Institut, Zurich, in regard to two young men, Joaquui Ibanez Aldecoa and Zoilo Ibanez Aldecoa, aged 15 and 14 years, respectively, who, according to documents produced, “cedula personal” as per copy herewith,1 are citizens of Manila temporarily residing in Switzerland in order to receive their education at above-mentioned institution.

As the Department’s circular of May 2, 1899, makes no mention of the native inhabitants of the Philippine Islands, I would be pleased to receive your instructions as to what action you desire me to take in regard to the above, and also any similar cases that may be presented.

Awaiting your advice and instructions, I have, etc.,

John G. A. Leishman.
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