No. 27

With reference to my Despatch of the 18th January last No 2
informing your Grace that in compliance with the instructions
contained in your Despatch of the 2nd November 1859 No 20 I had
issued directions to Colonel Moody to take the requisite measures
towards the erection of a Naval Powder Magazine at Esquimalt I have
now the honor to forward copy of a letter which I have this day
received from Colonel Moody acquainting me that he has selected a
site and has forwarded a plan and estimate for the magazine to the
Inspector-General of Fortifications.

2. I have placed Cole Island, (the site fixed upon at the head of
Esquimalt Harbour) at the disposal of Colonel Moody in accordance
with the instructions of your Grace.