Ngamotu September 2nd. 1850. Dear Sir, Fenning is working at, or near, Waitotara; and is expected back here shortly, when I will see him, and do as you desire. The red pine board cannot be had here under 3 months. For this reason, Mr. Broadmore is the only person known to have a tree of the kind, which will burn out the size required; and he is engaged cutting white pine with all the assistance he can get for a limited period. No opportunity has offered to Mokau, since you desired me to send some seed potatoes to Mr. Snachenberg nor can I hear of one likely to offer. I have received £2 from Hakopa, and the balance is to be paid in the course of this month. I am afraid your