No. 61
I have the honor to report that I closed the first Session
of the Legislature of the United Colony on the 2nd Instant
copy of which I enclose.
2. Considering the
many many conflicting interests of the two
sections of the present Colony, everything passed most
satisfactory. The attendence of Members was regular, and
with rare exceptions characterized by order and decorum. I may
add that throughout the Session my relations with the Council
were of a friendly nature.
3. No less than forty five bills were passed. To
the the
great majority of these I have assented. These measures will be
fully reported to Your Lordship in future Despatches. A
deficiency of type in the Government Printing office prevents my
forwarding the Ordinances of the Session at once.
Documents enclosed with the main document (not transcribed)
Printed copy of governor's speech proroguing the Legislative
Council,
New Westminster,
2 April 1867.