had been used
by
the
Military Authorities in the
past.
3.
that no
It is to be regretted
notice
was
taken
by this Government at the time of the question of exchange referred to, but in presence of the facts stated in my public despatch above, I do not consider that it is open to them to claim – that on the strength of a mere statement alluded to of that nature having escaped particular notice, the rate of exchange fixed by themselves during the whole period over which the contribution was spent should be now changed at a great disadvantage to the Colony.
I have the honour to be,
My Lord,
Your Lordship's Most Obedient
Humble Servant,
2. Heming