No. 40
18 September 1863
My Lord Duke,
I have to acknowledge the receipt of your Despatches of the Numbers and Dates as described on the other side hereof.
Originals No. 25, 24 June, to No. 28, 4 July 1863. Separate 7 July 1863. Circulars 30 June, and 6, 10 July 1863. Duplicates Circulars 15, 20 May, and 8, 30 June 1863.
I have the honor to be
My Lord Duke,
Your most obedient
and humble Servant
James Douglas