The Pamphlet Collection of Sir Robert Stout: Volume 77
"Magistrate's Court, Palmerston North, May 8th, 1895
May 8th, 1895.
"Sir.—Re Mr lawliss' application for certificate of character. In reply to your letter of 3rd inst., I am instructed to inform you that Mr Stanford., the Stipendiary Magistrate declines to give the certificate asked for. I have the honour to be, Sir, your most obedient servant,
"W. Maltravers
, Clerk, Magistrate's Court. "R. M. Blakiston, Esq., Solicitor, etc., Dannevirke."