As the best season for carrying on out of door work may be said to terminate in the end of August I am desirous of pushing forward the Public works as far as possible and hope therefore that your Lordship will cause directions to be given to the Crown Agents for procuring the required Materials at once.
I have the honour to be, Your Lordship's Most Obedient Servant, MacPherson
To Major Malcolm, 24 Oct 46
Crown Agents to procure the Articles with the greatest possible despatch, without delay, with the Exception of Pipes &c.
25 Oct.
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