No. 28
4th June 1864
My Lord Duke
I have the honor to report that I have appointed
Mr Henry Wakeford
Acting Colonial Secretary during
Mr Young's absence on leave and
subject to your approval.
I deem myself fortunate in securing the services of
Mr Wakeford who
has only just arrived from Western Australia where he has held
responsible offices under the Crown for many
years years.
I had no public officer competent to fill the office, and no means of
procuring one to carry on the public service for the performance of
which
Mr Wakeford's capacity and experience eminently fit him.
I have sanctioned half salary at the rate of £600 per annum subject
to your approval.
I have the honor to be
My Lord Duke
Your Graces very obedient Servant
A.E. Kennedy
Governor
Minutes by CO staff
Sanction this arrangement subject to a satisfactory ans
r being
returned by
Governor Kennedy to the S.S. despatch addressed to him on
the
5 July.