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My Executive Council and myself were unanimously of opinion that Mr. Hearn could not be permitted to retain his position as Head Master without prejudicing and compromising the character of the Central School, and therefore suspended him pending your Lordship's decision, allowing him sufficient maintenance during the interval.
I may remark in conclusion that Mr. Hearn's general conduct from the time he entered upon office has been unsatisfactory.
I have the honour to be, My Lord, Your Lordship's most obedient servant,
The Governor
P.S. I have this moment, immediately prior to the closing of the mail, had put into my hands a letter from Sir William Wiseman to the Colonial Secretary about this very subject, and I have the honour to enclose a copy of it for Your Lordship's consideration.