I have the honor to transmit herewith a Commission under the Great
Seal of the United Kingdom, appointing you to be Governor and Commander
in Chief in and over the Island of Vancouver and its Dependencies,
together with Instructions under the Royal Sign Manual and Signet for
your guidance in the administration of the Government thereof.

I also transmit Letters Patent under the Seal of the High Court of
the Admiralty appointing you to be Vice Admiral of that Island and its
Dependencies.