He also ordered of the Messrs. & Co. the cutting out Presses are also too limited in number how free are to coin other than dollars the constant change of punches and babeture will consume much valuable time, at present we have but four of these presses and it would be desirable to Supply more of these always ready for dollar, half dollar, and quarter dollar whilst The four additional which I now recommend could then be used entirely.
Requisition enclosed No D. Duplicate copies for 249 the subsidiary Coinage These should be ordered of Monsieur le Baron de Bussierre, the Director of the Imperial Mint Paris Trusting that His Excellency the Governor-in-Council may see fit to comply with these Requisitions.
I have sent the Copies for necessary transmission to England.
I have the honor to be, Your most Obedient Servant Tho. Min Suider, Master of the Mint