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blacks since October last, has
been made to me, that of
Mr. G. Stuart. This was com-
mitted by a party of Blacks
from the Bloomfield, and not
by those living on the Daintree.
For the Rations to be of any
use, I fail to see how the
amount now given can be
reduced, as long as such a
large number of Aborigines
remain about, now that the
next season is over, they
may disperse to their hunting
grounds, I do not, however,
think this likely.

Please instruct me, whether
I shall continue to provide
supplies, as quoted above.
If the numbers decrease, I
will of course, reduce the
quality, and in all cases
exercise the greatest economy.

I have the honor to be
Sir
Your most obedt, Servant

A Clarence Lawson P.M.