Copy of appointment and orders issued to James Symons by William Bligh, 17 May - 25 November 1807 (Series 40.127) - No. 0004

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and things you have, without delay, and having so done, you will return hither with the utmost despatch.

     As the duty which you have to fulfil is the complete evacuation of Norfolk Island, I have to enjoin you to keep up the utmost cordiality with Captain Piper the Commandant; and the Lieutenant Governors of the Derwent and Port Dalrymple - cheerfully consulting with them, and representing what you can accomplish in the number of Souls with their necessaries you can take on board the Ship

     And that nothing may occur to delay the duty alluded to, you have my permission and orders to take down any and all Bulk Heads, which you may see will give you more room for Storage, and carry a greater number of People; taking care to preserve such Bulk heads, in order that they may be put up again when it becomes necessary.  And for so doing this shall be your Order.

Given under my Hand at
Govt. House Sydney in
New South Wales, 25 Nov.r 1807

(Signed)  Wm Bligh

To
Acting Lieut.t James Symons
Commanding His Majesty's
Ship Porpoise for the time being.

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