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1875. NEW ZEALAND.

APPOINTMENT OF AN INSPECTOR OF LUNATIC ASYLUMS FOR NEW ZEALAND, (CORRESPONDENCE RELATIVE TO THE).

Presented to both Souses of the General Assembly by Command of Sis Excellency.

No. 1. The Hon. Sir J. Vogel K.C.M.G., to the Hon. D. Pollen. 7, Westminster Chambers, Victoria Street, Westminster, S.W., Sib,— 28th May, 1875. I have, through the assistance of the Colonial Office, been in communication with the Lunacy Commissioners as to the selection of a gentleman to act as Inspector of Lunatic Asylums in New Zealand, and I have now the honor to forward to you copy of correspondence on the subject. I have, <fee, The Hon. D. Pollen, &c, &c. Julius Vogel.

Enclosure 1 in No. 1. The Hon. J. Vogel, C.M.G-., to the Agent-Geneeal for New Zealand. 7, "Westminster Chambers, Victoria Street, Westminster, S.W., Sib,— 22nd May, 1875. I forward to you copy of correspondence with the Hon. E. H. Meade, respecting the appointment of an Inspector of Lunatic Asylums for the colony. I have the honor to request that you will give effect to the wishes of the Government, and select a gentleman for the appointment of Inspector of Lunatic Asylums, on the terms described in my letter to Mr. Meade. Without making it an absolute condition, it would be desirable that the gentleman appointed should be recommended by the Commissioners in Lunacy; but the discretion and final decision must rest with yourself. I have, &c. The Agent-General for New Zealand. Julius Vogel.

Enclosure 2 in No. 1. The Hon. E. H. Meade to the Hon. J. Vogel, C.M.G. My Deaii Sir — Colonial Office, 12th May, 1875. Some time ago I gave Mr. Herbert, for you, a letter of introduction to the Lunacy Commissioners' Office, and to-day I have received the enclosed letter from that department. Will you be good enough to give me the particulars of the office in question, stating duties, salary, &c, so that Lord Carnarvon may be able to send an official letter to the Commissioners on the subject. I have, &c., Julius Vogel, Esq., C.M.G. E. H. Meade.