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as the individual upon
whom in my judgment
the distinction of Knighthood
would be most appropri-
=ately bestowed.

believe me
Yours very truly

W Denison

Copy of Answer

Camden Park 4th June 1859

My Dr Sir William

I have been unwilling to
reply without due consideration to your
Excys letter offering to recommend me
for knighthood.

When conferred on Civilians
for some Official or specific service,
that honour appears to me appropriate,
but