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cellency, Messrs. Wharton, Lewis and Morris, were ap- 

 pointed the committee to superintend the immediate erec- 

 tion of a new and more commodious Castle. 



A contribution was forthwith made of the requisite 

 amount, and the funds placed at the disposal of the com- 

 mittee. 



The committee likewise reported, that Baron Rundle, 

 had voluntarily offered to grant the company a lease for 

 seven years, in consideration of an annual rent of one 

 white perch, payable in the month of June, each year; and 

 renewable at its expiration, if agreeable to both parties; 

 and in case of removal, the company to be at liberty to 

 remove all their fixtures and effects. He kindly accorded 

 the free use of his ice house, and other privileges. 



The friendly offer was accepted, a lease accordingly ex- 

 ecuted in due form, and the thanks of the company voted 

 to the Baron for his kindness. 



On the 25th of March 1812, the company assembled at 

 the Castle grounds, and assisted Mr. Daniel Knight, the 

 master builder, and his workmen, in raising the frame of 

 the new building. The arduous task was completed by 

 twelve o'clock, when the usual refreshments composing a 

 good luncheon, were enjoyed by the industrious labourers, 

 and at three o'clock, about sixty persons partook of an 

 excellent raising dinner, provided for the important occa- 

 sion. 



Much to the regret of the company, the venerable Go- 

 vernor was unable to attend, by reason of indisposition. 



