you differed with me and thought it more serious, and the day after my arrival. I was told by Major Lambert (some news having come by the "Effort") that there was danger between portions of the friendly natives, which statement was supported by himself and Lock and I believe Deighton is or has been at all events annoyed that any thing would be circulated to injure their efforts here. I beg you to be good enough to explain this matter in your own way, the headings of which I have given above. In haste, Yours very truly, M. Fitzgerald.