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solemn deliberation, – hesitation and reflection, I have most conscientiously determined namely, that the accused shall be tried by court Martial Law.
I rely on the scrutiny which the future shall bring with it – when present excitement is hushed out I should be ashamed and dishonored if I were to be influenced "on record" that if Law cannot be put to death by Law, the Law of Lynch is to be resorted to in one of Her Majesty's Possessions.
I heartily wish I had a more temperate adviser at my elbow in moments like these.
I have the honor to be With the highest respect, Lt. Your Most Obedient Servant Shu Benne