No. 6
22 January 1863
Sir,
With reference to my Despatch No. 5 of the 17th instant I have the honor to acquaint you that I have laid before The Queen the Proclamation entitled "Ditches—Rules and Regulations under the Gold Fields Act 1859" and that Her Majesty has been pleased to confirm and allow it.
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You will communicate Her Majesty's decision to the Inhabitants of British Columbia in the usual manner.
I have the honor to be
Sir,
Your most obedient
humble servant
Newcastle