The reply came from the Governor. It is unsatisfactory that it seems to indicate that H. Blake does not even understand the urgency of the arrangement.
The Ridgeway telegraph to him, referring to his telegram of 3rd instant today and urging four steps are necessary for Governor to take what further steps.
1. Enable the contractor to get whatever stone they require for naval purposes as soon as possible on payment of royalties.
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Admiralty view with utmost apprehension possibilities of further delay to 31 Dec?
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