Sir,
23 February, 1858.
I have the honor to report my arrival from Hongkong on leave of absence on urgent private affairs.
I enclose Duplicate Despatch No. 113 from Governor Sir John Bowring, also the Colonial Certificates.
My address during my stay in England will be: Care of Messrs. A. & B. Power, Norwich.
I have the honor to be, Sir, Your most obedient, humble Servant,
The Right Honorable Henry Labouchere, M.P., Secretary of State for the Colonies.