Government, will induce many of these tribes (especially the Ngatitiupokoiri, of Manawatu, and those inhabiting Ahuriri and the East Coast, who are in communication with, and connected with the Ngatiapa of Rangitikei) to offer their superfluous land for sale to the Government. I have much pleasure in noticing the friendly assistance I received from George King, the Chief of Wanganui, Aperahama Parea, of Waitotara; and the several other Chiefs and natives who accompanied them to the Meeting. (Signed) Donald McLean. Inspector of Police. To:- The Honble, The Colonial Secretary Wellington.