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Having examined the Cedar recently received from Morton [sic] Bay, we find it to be of Superior description, and well adapted, from the Closeness and richness of its grain, for Cabinet work - It is however much deteriorated in value, from having been exposed to the sun _

Sydney 15th February 1833 _ Ambrose Hallen Ca [Colonial Architect] Wm Buchanan CW [Clerk of Works]