19 July 1868 Glenorchy My dear Donald I was glade to hear that you arrived safe in Wellington and I hope poor Alex is recovered and able to take care of himself. From what I hear you will soon be back here again as the people of Napier are in a very excitable state owing to the East Coast news and your dream is well read now. I can only tell you that you must be very careful how you go among the natives as you well know the How How party have no mercy and you ought to know very well their feelings towards you. I warn you as I have had very