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the utmost caution.

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I cannot exprese a very definite opinion

until after the next meeting of the Legislative Council

but, as at present advised, I consider that the only wise

course will be to fell in with the wishes of the Unofficial

members and allow them to bring forward their counter-

proposals. A few monthe delay can do no harm: precipitate

action may be fraught with grave danger to British

interests.

I have the honour to be,

My Lord Duke,

Your Grace's most obedient

humble servent,

7.2. Stutte

Governor, &c.

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