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Now, this will give you an idea of what a really infini- 

 tesimal tax on all who are likely to pront by the project 

 under discussion would place annually at the disposal of the 

 managing committee. Of course, the figures can be changed 

 or modified to suit the requirements and circumstances of 

 the case, but I do not think that any real objection can be 

 made to such a reasonable solution of finding the funds 

 required for the purpose. 



I have not the honour of knowing personally your new 

 Governor, but from all reports he is a thoroughly energetic 

 and shrewd business man. If you can only convince him 

 of the necessity and value of such an institution, and enlist 

 his sympathy and co-operation in your efforts, I think 

 success is certain. I am persuaded that the foundation and 

 ultimate success of such a school, under his auspices, will 

 add fresh laurels to his diplomatic career. 



In conclusion, I have done my utmost to impress the 

 importance of this subject upon you. I only wish I could 

 be with you to aid by advice and assistance, but, as I have 

 already told you, my services are always at your disposal to 

 carry out a project which I feel sure will benefit Tasmania, 

 to which I am so sincerely attached, and where I received 

 such kindness and made so many new, and, I trust, lasting 

 friendships. 



