met was of paramount importance. I find Lord left the Post as I predicted he would within 3 mos. McGill will lend you a Wanganui Herald shewing the change in feeling within that District - I am sorry that you felt it necessary to take Wilsons and Forkes commission as it has made martyrs of men who if left overlooked were simply contemptible - and Wilson is really a good settler. I feel that you may rest assured that so far as my District goes matters are progressing satisfactorily - As the line is now open to Auckland I shall inform you direct of what occurs - There being nothing else of interest I beg to remain Your most obed. servt. George B.Worgan The Hon. D. McLean Auckland