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No. 38. The Seceetaey of State for the Colonies to His Excellency the Goveenob. (New Zealand, No. 15.) Sib, — Downing Street, 2nd April, 1884. I have received, and laid before the Queen, a telegram from the Mayor of Christchurch, stating that the citizens of Christchurch desire to condole with Her Majesty in her bereavement. I am commanded by Her Majesty to request that you will inform the Mayor of Christchurch that Her Majesty gratefully appreciates this mark of sympathy. I have, &c. Governor Sir W. F. 1). Jervois, G.C.M.G. C.B. &c. DEBBY.

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