stand." It has been a revulsion of something of this kind that I have been looking forward to produce a diversion in their movements; it will open a field for diplomacy. Mrs. Marshall has directed me to say that if on your return to the Auckland Province, you could manage to come to Port Waikato, she would be only too happy to receive you as the friend of her husband, from whom he has received so many kindnesses. I remain, my dear Sir, Yours very sincerely, (Signed) C. Marshall. P.S. The natives in this neighbourhood are very solicitous about vaccination. They are in a state of excitement in fear of smallpox. I have written to the Civil Commissioner respecting it. I hope something will be done, as it will be "God help us" if it once gets amongst the natives. To:- The Hon. D. McLean. Wellington.