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and to remove all doubts regarding this matter, I have the honour to request that you will send me a telegram on receipt of this Despatch stating that you approve of the course which I consider best in the interests of the Colony.
6.
Ten copies of the two Preliminary Memoranda furnished by Professor Simpson in accordance with my request are enclosed with this Despatch.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient
Humble servant,
M.J. Gascoigne
Major-General,
Administering the Government.