and at large might be an inducement to the soldiers stationed here to commit
the crime for
are
Mt.
to
which they
under sentence.
With respect to the
other two Prisoners, they
will be sent to Van Diemen's
Land in pursuance of
Their sentence, if opportunity offers,
but should there be a
Vessel for
the Cape, which by no means is probable, I shall, until I hear from Your Lordship, detain them
in Custody.
I beg to enclose Copy of Petition from
the two first named Prisoners, praying
that
a Free Pardon
may be granted them; also copies
of the sentences of the Courts Martial, in pursuance of which these
Convicts are
under confinement.
I have the honour to be,
With the highest respect,
Your Lordship's
Most Obedient
Humble servant,
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