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the functions of the Magistrate, I solicit.
I trust also that His Excellency's attention will be directed to the point, that during my long career in the Police Department I have acquired a practical knowledge of the Routine law, and within the duties of a Police Magistrate, of greater value than a theoretical study could afford.
I respectfully urge upon His Excellency, that this promotion has been long looked forward to, as the proper, nay, the only reward, which Her Majesty's Government can bestow upon me; excepting only the privilege of returning to my native land on Superannuation allowance, which would be more esteemed than any preferment.
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(in the felony). I have labored long, arduously, and incessantly, and conceive that I have reason to expect that His Excellency will be pleased to forward with this application such a representation as will result in the Right Honorable the Secretary of State for the Colonies presenting me to the appointment.
I have, &c.
(Signed) Charles May, Superintendent of Police.
True Copy.
Colonial Secretary.
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