Douglas, Chief Factor Governor Vice-Admiral Sir James to Pelham-Clinton, 5th Duke of Newcastle Henry Pelham Fiennes 14 November 1860, CO 305:14, no. 942, 418.

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Despatch to London
Douglas, James to Pelham-Clinton, Henry Pelham Fiennes 14 November 1860, CO 305:14, no. 942, 418.

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Despatch to London. Minutes (2).

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No. 49

14 November 1860

I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of Your Grace's despatch No 33 of the 8th September, on the subject of the disturbances that had arisen among the Native

Native Tribes at Victoria, and I am now happy to be able to report to Your Grace that they are quiet and submissive.

2. Many of the Northern Tribes have left Vancouvers Island and returned to their homes. Those who still remain conform to all the regulations established for their

their government, and have lately given no cause of complaint.