Kennedy to Newcastle

I observe that the office of Colonial Secretary for Vancouvers Island
is vacant, consequent upon Mr Young (who has acted in that capacity
for both Colonies) having been transferred to British Columbia.

I trust Your Grace will excuse me for recommending Mr Henry Wakeford
for the office. Mr Wakeford acted as my Private Secretary, and
clerk to the Executive and Legislative Councils in Western Australia
from 1855 to 1862, and since that period has filled the important and
responsible office of Police Magistrate at Perth. The records of the
Colonial Office will shew with what accuracy and punctuality he
discharged the duties of these offices. I cannot apraise too highly
of Mr Wakefords high honor and official aptitude. His experience
and efficiency would be invaluable to me in the administration of a
new colony, and would more than justify Your Graces favour.

Mr Wakeford is most respectably connected and is married to a
daughter of the late Sir Henry Bishop.