No. 28

I have the honor to inform Your Lordship of the arrival in
Esquimalt Harbour on the 7th Instant, of the French Frigate, "L'
Astree," bearing the Flag of Rear Admiral Cloue, together with
the Despatch Vessel "La Mothe Piquet," Captain St. Hilaire.

2. The Admiral called on me the day of his arrival, and on the
following day I returned his visit, accompanied by the Colonial
and Private Secretaries. On leaving the Ship I was saluted
with thirteen guns, which was returned by Her Majesty's Ship
"Satellite."

3. I explained to Admiral Cloue that I was unable to receive
him at Government House as I had placed the House at the
disposal of the late Governor's widow.

4. My relations with the Admiral have been most cordial and
friendly. I entertain him and his officers at my own private
residence this Evening.

5. The French Men-of-War remain here for another week and then
proceed to visit the Sandwich Islands.