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which I have recommended to be taken to place the Forces and Defences in a state of efficiency should be carried out; and (9) that I should be given full powers to insure that proper discipline in the Forces should be maintained. I have the honour to be, My Lord, Your Excellency's most obedient servant, Francis J. Fox, Local Lieut.-Colonel and Colonel N.Z. Militia, Commandant, N.Z. Forces.