4. His Johnston to know what has been done towards constructing Benacks on the "Howling Peninsula ", which I shall most expressly desired in conformity with my instructions from Her Majestie's Government
evacuated after dismantling its defences.
sight
The Peninsula in question has since
become
a matter of little consideration, but I nevertheless
think that General Burrell should be called in to
orders
explain his reasons for not complying with the instructions
he had
received, as much public inconvenience, and interminable
Correspondence
procedure
might be
and is caused
by a contravention
I have to beg that Mr. Johnston's letter and its
accompaniment may
True Copy
I have the honor to
(Signed) Henry Pottinger
H. M's Plenipotentiary
Michaud's Memorandum
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