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£350 a year.
Mr. Scott has given satisfaction that I have authorized the omissions of the word "Provisionals" to his styles as calculated to give him more weight in his position.
I have now to request your sanction of Mr. Elcett's nomination to the appointment.
I have the honor to be,
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With the highest respect,
Sir,
Mr. Merivale,
Confirming the appointment,
Most Obedient Humble Servant,
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Elliot Merivale W
Lord Carnarvon
29 Mar/59
I have to acknowledge the receipt of your despatch No. 25 of the 28 January East, and to convey to you my approval of the appointments of Mr. Joseph Elcett to be Gaol with acting governor of Victoria at £350 per annum.