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that minute but has net made his appeal in the matter until

now.

In my opinion Mr.Arthur's contention is

right, and I recommend that he be granted the privilege he asks

for.

In the meantime his pension will be calculated here,and the papers forwarded in the usual manner

, leaving it for you to decide what rate the pension is to be

paid at.

I

have the honour to be,

Sir,

Your most Obedient,

Humble Servant

My. Gascoigne

Major-General,

Administering the Government.