Douglas, Chief Factor Governor Vice-Admiral Sir James to Pelham-Clinton, 5th Duke of Newcastle Henry Pelham Fiennes 10 September 1859, CO 60:5, no. 10778, 123.

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Despatch to London
Douglas, James to Pelham-Clinton, Henry Pelham Fiennes 10 September 1859, CO 60:5, no. 10778, 123.

Abstract

Despatch to London. Minutes (2).

Douglas confirms that he has informed Colonel Moody that the Stores destroyed in the Briseis, with the exception of the Iron houses and a quantity of forage, would be replaced and sent to this Colony without delay.

No. 214

Government House
Victoria, Vancouvers Island

10 September 1859

My Lord Duke

In reply to Your Grace's Despatch No 4 of the 1st July last, I have the honor to state that according to Your Grace's instructions, I have informed Colonel

Colonel Moody that the Stores destroyed in the Briseis, with the exception of the Iron houses and a quantity of forage, would be replaced and sent to this Colony without delay; and I shall be careful that no expenditure is incurred on that account beyond what is absolutely necessary pending the arrival of the Stores from England.

I have etc.
James Douglas