It would appear, from the information in possession of the Government, that the tribes which have hitherto maintained their isolation, and whose virtual independence has been tacitly recognised, are in a state of disagreement between themselves - that the Maori "King" and other leading Chiefs, as well as many of their people, desire to make terms with the Government, and to have a recognised position under it - while they wish to be left to manage their own affairs within certain definite limits. Major Te Wheoro expresses his belief that if some concession of land be granted to the displaced portion of the Waikato tribe, and the management of the District occupied by it and those adhering to the "King" be placed under his charge, effective provisions might be agreed upon for the maintenance of order in ths district, the arrest of criminals, and the construction of roads, railways and telegraphs, where the general interest might require them within the limits of such district.