Hongkong, 24 February, 1849.
William Pedder, Esqr.
Harbour Master, & Marine Magistrate, Victoria.
Sir,
In reference to your letter of this day's date respecting the Conveyance of convicts to Penang, I beg to inform you that I adhere to the terms mentioned in Major Caine's letter...
(True Copy)
(Signed) A. P. Baylis,
Acting Colonial Secretary.
(Signed) William Pedder,
Harbour Master & Marine Magistrate.
(True Copy)
(Signed)
A. P. Baylis,
Colonial Secretary.