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EARLY on the morning following the return of the explorers to Mr. Blaxland's farm on South Creek, that gentleman sent for Red O'Shaughnessy, and handed him a letter addressed to Governor Macquarie.
"I want you to ride to Sydney, O'Shaughnessy," he said, "and to deliver this document into his Excellency's own hands. 'Tis an account of our recent adventures, and of the discoveries we have made. Here is also a pass, which states that you are in my service, and will save you from interference on the part of any of the town constables, or such as you may encounter on the way. There is a horse saddled for you at the stables, and I want you to start at once. Come back immediately--that is, after a night's rest--with any message the Governor has to send me. Here is some money for your expenses."