not be surprised if it ended in a row amongst themselves. Buller has been most invaluable to me in my intercourse with the Chiefs -- but he unfortunately leaves for Canterbury in the course of a few days -- As Walter Buller has about completed his task there, would it not be well to transfer his services to this Province for the next few months, I dont mean, as Interpreter, but as asst. Native Secretary -- He is very much liked by the Natives