until the matter either blows over, or the Ngatimahuta take some step. I hope to be able to report in my next, that all is well, re this affair. Friendly Chiefs are indignant at this threat of the Hau Haus, coming as it does, after the visit of Tawhiao's daughter; and say, if true, the conduct of Tawhiao is most treacherous; and that whenever a tira wahine was Takahi'ed, the party doing so, was always worsted. They quote the defeat of Pomare's tana, as a precedent, he having invaded Waikato, after Hongi had made peace, by giving a woman to Waikato. Hoping this letter will find you in good health, and wishing you the compliments of the season, and many of them, I am My dear Sir, Yours very faithfully (Signed) R.J. Bush. To:- Hon. D. McLean C.M.G. Wellington.