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but I fear too probable, charge, I distinctly and solemnly

affirm my the policy recommended is

conviction that

more calculated to further

far more

the interests of humanity than

any

other which is possible;

and I need seareely

Your Lordship or any

is acquainted with

services that, in thus

assure

one who

my past

expressing

my opinions, my sole object has been that of benefiting

the

very great majority of

those

those concerned, whether subjects

of Great Britain or of China,- in fact of securing to the best, of my ability and within

"limited sphere, the greatest"} happiness of the greatest.

my

number.

I have the honour to be,

My Lord,

Your Lordship's Most Credient

Humble Servant,

Gwilliame

Wal