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1872
may be stated as "on or about".
The form in regard to Cape Flattery will be forwarded at once giving the characteristic times of sound and interval.

July 12
From Engineer Secretary Major G.H. Elliot
To Major H. M. Robert Corps Engineers
Sir: Please inform this office whether the lens and lantern have been received for Cape Foulweather Light House.

July 23
From Engineer Secretary Major G.H. Elliot
To Major H. M. Robert Corps Engineers
Sir: Your letter of the 8th instant transmitting estimates for July 1872 is received.
With a view of saving the General Appropriation for Repairs which always runs short at the end of the fiscal year, you will habitually (unless otherwise directed or unless there is some especial reason to the contrary, of which you will inform the Board) pay your office and other incidental expenses, from your Special Appropriations.

July 24
From Engineer Secretary Major G.H. Elliot
To Major H.M. Robert Corps Engineers
Sir: A Coast Survey chart of Columbia River No.1 has been this day sent you for

On Side:
Cape Foulweather L.H. lens lantern, &c-rel-receipt of -
Office & incidental expenses to be paid from Special Appropriations
Chart of Columbia River Sgub.