that we have no time for the sober duties of life. Whare-pu is fast progressing to completion, and looks well. Mr. Carrington is surveying in the forest, by tender, (in anticipation of my notice), the Superintendent guaranteeing the charge. So O. Carrington, and (if here), Rogan, will go to work at the Crown Grant maps, being at hand for native work at any time. The Superintendent gave a second evening last week, at which I was present. I enjoyed myself immensely. Lots of others, by different people, are appointed. sincerely yours, (Signed) W. Halse. To:- Donald McLean Esq.