My dear Haultain, I received yours of the 4th by the Wellington and in compliance with your request I have asked Green to send in his resignation which seems to be the best mode of disposing of the matter and I am very glad you take that view of the subject as there is every necessity to avoid discord in the militia. I sent you a few lines officially transmitting a protest from Major Garlyon. I expect you will have all the news from the Coast by the St.Kilda. I remain, My dear Haultain, Yours very truly, Donald McLean March 9, 1869 Could not Major Green be placed on the unattached list? I hear from Major Green that he has already tendered his resignation. D. McL.