Hamber to Lytton
20 Kings Arms Yard
London E.C.
27th October 1858 To the Right Honble Sir E.G.E. Bulwer Lytton Bart Secretary of State for the Colonies

Sir
I am desired by the Promoters of The Vancouver's Island and Fraser River Steam Navigation Company limited, most respectfully to solicit an answer to my letter dated the 14th instant.
I remain Sir
Your most obedient humble Servant
Fred: M. Hamber
Secretary pro tem
Minutes by CO staff
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The ansr it appears was sent this morning. Put by.