(Signed) J. DART, _Lieutenant John Shipp_, _Secretary._ _British Coffee-House, Cockspur Street._
_Extract of a Letter, written by Captain Gully, 87th Regiment, to Sir Antony Butter, Bart., Lord Chief Justice of Calcutta, recommending Lieutenant Shipp to his Lordship's favourable Notice._
My dear Sir Antony,--From the very great regard I had for Lieutenant Shipp, formerly of the 87th regiment, who was unfortunately dismissed the service a short time since, but, in consequence of his general good conduct as an officer and a gentleman, was recommended for the half-pay, which was granted him, I hope you will excuse the liberty I take in asking your assistance, should it be in your power, in getting him some situation which would contribute towards his maintenance.
He has left us much regretted by, I may say, all the officers of the corps. His conduct, previous to the unfortunate court-martial, was that of a brave soldier, a steady friend, and an upright, honest man; and I am convinced, should it be in your power to procure him a situation, that he will fill it with the greatest exactness.
Believe me to remain, &c. &c., (Signed) W.L. GULLY. _Berhampore, 16th Dec., 1824._
UNWIN BROTHERS, THE GRESHAM PRESS, CHILWORTH AND LONDON.
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