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3.

Your Grace's approval of this measure was subsequently signified in Despatch No. 27 of 13th March, 1863.

7.

As the Committee give an Estimate of the Expense entailed by the adoption of their proposals, I am unable at present to form a judgment upon them, and as Mr. Cleverly gives me to understand.

4.

I have now the honor to enclose the letter of appointment and the Report of the Committee, dated 1st instant.

5.

That the importance of the matter was not underrated is shown by the lengthened consideration given to it by the Committee, and also by the variance of opinion in which it has resulted.

8.

On Sir Hercules Robinson's return, he will apply for leave of absence, and propose to submit the papers to his successor, and a report of the final conclusion will be made in due course.

I enclose copy of my acknowledgment of the Report.

I shall also report the amount of Gratuity when arranged, that has been awarded to Mr. Alves who has acted as Secretary to the Committee.

I have the honor to be,

My Lord Duke,

Your Grace's Most obedient Servant

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177 3. Your Grace's approval of this measure was subsequently signified in Despatch No. 27 of 13th March, 1863. 7. As the Committee give an Estimate of the Expense entailed by the adoption of their proposals, I am unable at present to form a judgment upon them, and as Mr. Cleverly gives me to understand. 4. I have now the honor to enclose the letter of appointment and the Report of the Committee, dated 1st instant. 5. That the importance of the matter was not underrated is shown by the lengthened consideration given to it by the Committee, and also by the variance of opinion in which it has resulted. 8. On Sir Hercules Robinson's return, he will apply for leave of absence, and propose to submit the papers to his successor, and a report of the final conclusion will be made in due course. I enclose copy of my acknowledgment of the Report. I shall also report the amount of Gratuity when arranged, that has been awarded to Mr. Alves who has acted as Secretary to the Committee. I have the honor to be, My Lord Duke, Your Grace's Most obedient Servant
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3.

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subsequently signified in

Despatch N: 27 of 134 March, 1863

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I shall also report the amount of Gratuity when arranged, that has been awarded to all? He almes who has acted as

Secretary to the Committee

I have the honor to be,

Mey Lord Dirke,

Your Draais

Meast abedient Servant

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