also pointed out that the purchases made in the Colony are fully 25 per cent over those made at home, I have to request that Mom Grace will be pleased to instruct the Crown Agents to forward by sailing ship 200 Barrels of Portland Cement with as little delay as possible.
I enclose the Surveyor General's requisition with the usual explanations and approval.
I have the honour to be,
My Lord Duke,
Your Grace's most obedient humble servant,
George MacDonnell Governor
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