which our troops and the loyal natives took possession of. The Pa is destroyed and where the rebels have fled to cannot be accurately ascertained they must have suffered much in be now in great destitution wanting I expect both provision and ammunition. It is not known whether Heke is living or not. Henry was severely wounded but I am thankful to say is doing very well. Mr. George and my son William have all taken their part in suppressing the Rebellion but have hitherto been unhurt. I hope the Natives will now see what a disastrous thing it is to them and their countrymen generally to quarrel unjustly with a great nation like England. I trust also it will be a lasting warning