(Rather longer than the foregoing one. Then follow two more "from the same to the same" in 18-3 and 18-4. This is the first way.)
SECOND (AND SHORTER) WAY.
From British Admiral to —— Minister.
January 1, 18-5, 12 Noon.
If you don't pay up within a quarter of an hour, I will bombard your capital, seize your country, and imprison the Government of which you are the representative.
From —— Minister, &c., to British Admiral.
January 1, 18-5, 12.10 P.M.
Don't fire. Have sent money demanded by P.O.O.