April 1779

And also the following Letter from the Secretary at War to His Grace
the Duke of Northumberland and his Grace answer thereto Vizt.

War Office 5th. April 1779

My Lord Duke

Having received a Letter from the Adjutant General
observing that the Zeal of the Magistrates of the County of Middlesex in
Executing the Recruiting Act has relaxed, I take the Liberty of sending Your
Grace herewith a Copy fit, & am persuaded that if any thing ocours to Your
Grace by which You think this Service can be forwarded. Your Grace will
take without delay the necessary Steps for that purpose; I ask pardon for
giving Your Grace this trouble & have the honor to be with great Respect

My Lord Duke
Your Graces
Most Obedt.
Humble Servt.
C: Jenkinson

Duke of Northumberland
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Northumberland House 10th. April 1779

Sir

Having been for a few days out of Town, I did not receive the favour
of Your Letter, inclosing a Copy of the Adjutants Generals Letter to You, until
my Return home this day: I am Extremely Sorry to find that there has
been any Relaxation in the Zeal of the Magistrates of the County of
Middlesex in Executing the Recruiting Act, And I beg leave to a Source
You that I shall immediately recommend to the Gentlemen who are
appointed to put this Law in force, a Continuation of their best
Exertions, and Endeavours to forward this essential Service, in the most
Effectual manner and without delay

I am with very great Regard
Sir
Your most Obedient
humble Servant
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