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statements.

however to

With reference Mr Anstep PI.. I have to streave

S.

M:

that Mr Kingsmill's application to be appointed Acting Attorney General is dated the 3rd Instant

(a private letter) his formal official Application the 4th and

MW: Days

was made

only

on the 5th

is true is it that on "hearing of & Mr. Day's application." Mi Kingsmill "made the counter application".

The Despatch which is now

in preparation will enable

you

I trust to form a just estimate

I have the hour to be, With the highest respect,

Sir,

Your most obedient Humble Servant,

John Barring

the whole merits

of

this case.