The Enquirer

From the bearer of the letter, I am given to understand, that Mr. Macrae is willing to disclose the names of the principals concerned in the late hoax, on being paid the sum of 10,000l. to be deposited in some banker's hands, in the names of two persons, to be nominated by himself, and to be paid to him on the conviction of the offenders. I am happy to say, that there is now a reasonable prospect of discovering the authors of the late hoax, & I cannot evince my anxious wish to promote such discovery more than by assuring you, that I am ready to contribute liberally towards the above sum of 10,000l. and I rest assured that you will eagerly avail yourselves of this opportunity to effect the proposed discovery. (an object you profess to have so much at heart.) by concurring with me in such contribution.-

I have the honor to be, Sir, your obedient, humble servant,

(Signed) A. COCHRANE JOHNSTONE.

No. 18, Great Cumberland Street, April 12.

Copy of a letter enclosed in the above.

Sir--I authorize the bearer of this note to state to you that I am prepared to lay before the public the names of the persons who planned and carried into effect the late hoax, practised at the stock exchange the 21st Feb. provided you accede to the terms which my friend will lay before you.

I am, sir, your obedient servant,

(Signed) A. MACRAE.

To the Hon. Cochrane Johnstone, April 12.