have large cultivations there -- Hamlin was to consult with the Mohaka Natives and if they who know the country consider it feasible then enare is to go with his men to make another expedition on that side. Henare wants no pay, and deserves praise for the manner in which he has come forward. I have doubts whether the Arawa will make their way through they do not like Bush work. My main reliance is on Ropata he will go through and will smash up these Urewera -- Locke may be useful to prevent drinking etc. and he is to see Ropata expedition into the mountains. I believe also that Kemp and Topa will go through with their work and I have ascertained that they will find Potatoes all along their line of march. Hamlin will make a dash if he gets a chance and altogether I hope we are near the beginning of the end. I enclose copies of the different instructions given by me to Locke -- Hamlin and others in carrying out your wishes as stated in your letter of 11th. Food and Ammunition I have sent to Mohaka and Wairoa -- and there ought to be no hitch. Fox and I cannot understand how Kooti gave them all the slip or how he got to Ohiwa in the time -- I heard last night