Item CR9/11/9. - Letter from Ram Singh,

I had earlier sent you a report about the affairs of this place. I hope it has reached you by now. Earlier the Nawab had issued a parvanah, on 29 Muharram, reg.yr. 5 [i.e. October 2 1758] addressed to Ali Akbar. His son has sent a copy of this parvanah to me. He is recruiting horsemen and foot soldiers and is issuing khillats to people in his neighbourhood. He has also sent a copy of this parvanah and a decorated letter to you. As his territory is adjacent to mine I do not want to take any steps without your permission. -- Enclosure: Copy of parvanah issued to Mir Ali Akbar with the seal of Janab-i ali-Mutaali, dated 29 Muharram, San 5 [13 October, 1757]. This is to certify that as my deputy in your area you are performing your duties efficiently. Report of the excellent work you are doing will reach us through Misbah al-Din Muhammad Khan. He is also authorized to sign documents on my behalf.