In Rozee.
I received this Letter which I beg to put by the cut to the gentleman on the staff to be received here. It is possible they are waiting for which this communication.
He will answer us again to our Letter.
Cor. 36. 16 May be 60
8. Forrest Street, Dublin
RECEIVED 10 MAY 1860.
the receipt of
9th May 1860.
I have the honor to acknowledge your letter from the Colonial Office dated 5th May 1860, conveying the decision of the Lords Commissioners of the Treasury in Cause ... my ...
I cannot but feel grateful for the liberal view which their Lordships have taken of my time in service, whilst at the same time I am seriously embarrassed to know how I am to provide for myself in the dark future, should I continue in my present state of health.
As there is still a hope that my present malady may prevail this Summer under a course of Medical treatment; the temperate climate will test decisively whether I can conscientiously undertake duties again or not; and as leave is only granted in accordance with ordinary rules and is only for six months additional, I beg most humbly to supplicate His Lordship the Duke of Newcastle to grant me this grace; and to extend the period of my leave for six months under present arrangements.
Under Secretary for ...