Newcastle informs Douglas that the British Columbia Loan Act, 1862 has been approved and instructs
him to inform the Inhabitants of the Colony by a Proclamation to be published in the most authentic
manner.
No. 149
12 November 1862
I have laid before the Queen "the British Columbia Loan Act, 1862,"
which was transmitted to me with your despatch No. 43 of the 3rd of
September last.
I am commanded to acquaint you that Her Majesty has been pleased to
confirm and allow thisact act.
You will communicate Her Majesty's decision to the Inhabitants of
the Colony by a Proclamation to be published in the most authentic
manner.
I have the honor to be
Sir
Your obedient Servant Newcastle