Lovell, J to To Captain Jocelyn , Officer, September 1, 1876

Mr. Lovell to Captain Jocelyn.

Dear Sir: I have received advice from A. W. Nowell, esq., stipendiary magistrate for the district, saying that a prisoner named Peter Martin, who has been sentenced to a term of imprisonment by the supreme court, is being conveyed by constables to Victoria, and requesting me, as one of Her Majesty’s justices or the peace, to do what I can to have him conveyed safely.

The absence of any jail here, or secure place of imprisonment, necessitates sending him through as soon as possible, and I hope you will excuse, the liberty we take in forwarding him through United States territory without special permission.

The prisoner is in charge of constables, under sealed orders from the supreme court, and anything you can do to facilitate and secure his safe passage to Victoria will be highly appreciated.

I have the honor to be, most respectfully, your obedient servant,