"On the recommendation of Mr. Douglas he came to
Victoria in 1854. After his arrival he was appointed a
Justice of the peace. Subsequently he was appointed,
on the recommendation of the Home Government,
Provisional Justice of the Supreme Court of Vancouver
Island. In 1856 he was appointed Chief Justice...
In spite of the fact that he had no judicial education
he carried on the business of the Supreme Court with
singular ability."
Anderson, James Robert. "Notes and Comments on Early Days and Events in British Columbia, Washington, and Oregon" ch.17. ADD.MSS.1912. BOX 8/18, B.C. Archives.
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