Kennedy, Arthur to Cardwell, Edward 25 April 1865, CO 305:25, no. 6184, 361.

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Despatch to London
Kennedy, Arthur to Cardwell, Edward 25 April 1865, CO 305:25, no. 6184, 361.

Abstract

Despatch to London. Minutes (1), Enclosures (untranscribed) (3), Other documents (1).

Kennedy transmits a copy of correspondence between himself and the Consul of the United States on Vancouver Island regarding the assassination of Lincoln.

No. 24, Miscellaneous

25th April 1865

Sir,

I have the honor to transmit a copy of correspondence which has passed between the Consul of the United States resident in this Colony and myself in reference to the death of President Lincoln.

I have the honor to be,
Sir,
Your most obedient Servant
A.E. Kennedy
Governor

Minutes by CO staff

Mr Elliot
Foreign Office.

ABd 4 July

TFE 5 July

EC 5

Documents enclosed with the main document (not transcribed)

Kennedy to Allen Francis, 22 April 1865, enclosing copy of a resolution of the Legislative Assembly expressing sympathy "in the calamity which has befallen the United States of America," and concurring fully in the sentiments expressed.

Resolution passed by the Legislative Assembly, 20 April 1865, as noted above, signed by R.W. Torrens, Clerk of the House.

Francis to Kennedy, 24 April 1865, acknowledging receipt of his letter and enclosure and expressing thanks "for this evidence of sympathy in our country's affliction."