10 Jan 1942, Harry Ching's wartime diary
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Sat, 10 Jan 1942
Nephews Charlie and Fred arrested. Chinese policeman came to say they at Wanchai police station. I went police station. Told return with chopped letter from reputable Chinese shop to guarantee. Failed see the boys.
Niece Florrie had more luck finding policeman who took her see brothers in cell with wet floor, nowhere to sit and no food supplied. Later took chair, some sacks, blankets, food and flask of tea.