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more prominently brought forward in these despatches,
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and I have experienced great satisfaction in bringing
to the notice of the Secretary of State for War the
services rendered by Major-General Barker, C.B.,
the officers and men of the Garrison under his command
to whom the thanks of Her Majesty's Government
are due
in addition to the acknowledgments and thanks of the
Colonial Government and the Colonial Community.
3.
I have already placed on record my strong sense
of the firmness and gallantry which were shown in the
face of the epidemic, and I can only again repeat my
personal acknowledgments to those who on behalf of
others risked their life and health at this trying time.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient, humble servant.
Governor,
Sir W. Robinson, K.C.M.G.,
&c.
&c.
To
The Right Honourable
The Earl of Ripon.
Extract from the letter above alluded to.
To Major General Barker the first thanks of
the community were considered to be due, for when the
call
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