distinct promise from Tiaki and others to give it up unconditionally after the crop is gathered - The necessity of repairing the fence was impressed upon them but whether they will attend to the caution, or respect this their second promise remains to be seen - I see from the late Maori Messenger that land has been purchased at Whaingaroa by Government can you tell me whether it is likely a settlement will be formed there - Very faithfully yours H. Halse