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[in top left in embossed stamp] 1668 / 25 May 64
[in top right in embossed stamp] 1712 / 11 June 64
[written across top] J Murray for re-employment in Public Service
Gladstone, Port Curtis
15th May 1864
Sir
Having failed in finding you disengaged during my recent visit to Brisbane for the purpose of personally applying to you for re-employment in the Government service, I now do myself the honor of addressing you on the subject. I have to state that I have been awaiting a favorable consideration of the Government for some time and can afford to wait longer if a distinct promise of an approvement could be given me.
In the event of a Gold Escort for the Peak Downs diggings, or a Detective police force for the Colony being organised, I have the honor to request that my name may be borne in mind, from my large experience in police matters
The Honorable
The Colonial Secretary
Brisbane
[written in left margin] Comm'r of Police
How many black troopers are created. If 20 or so Murray might go recruiting.
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There are 98 native Troopers on the 31st of March ult. Of these there are several reported unfit for service about 130 troopers are now required, to make up this number about 30 new men will be necessary
[signed] DT Seymour CP
Mr Murray can be employed for this service. The best troopers will be stationed in the Maranoa district. The Act'g Comm't is requested to make his suggestions for their service. There is a Minute of Council of old date, giving remuneration at the rate of £300 a year to the officer to be employed. What equipment will be required and at what cost including massage by steamer to Melbourne or Sydney. What route does the Comm't suggest [signed] AWM