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New Zealand Herald, Volume I, Issue 141, 26 April 1864, Page 1

TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY "WARD (WEST). GENTLEMEN,— Havin- received a Requisition most nnmorously and respectably signed by tlie Kleetors ot tho above AVard, to allow myself to bo nominated as a Candidate for representing your interests in tho IVovincial Council (r/»v C." D.-ddy, Ksq., re>iu:iied), L to comply with your wishes, und to state that, if elected, I will endeavour, to the utmost of my ability, to forward our united intt rests, atul watch over tho future of this most important Province during this present crisis. I shall (previously to tho Election) be ready t<> meet you, witli other Candidates, that we mav in public express our views, that tho Constituenoy shall bo able to mnko their own choice of h Keproseiifativo. and for my political views T would refer to letters published by me in tho Southern ('ro*s of 1801. I am, Gentlemen, Your obedient servant, .1. C. Me^KOn. Auckland, April 22, IK(W. The following; letters by Mr. McLeod appeared in the Southern Cross of April 2(> and September Ki, 1861. and Mr. McLeod begs to inform tho electors that he still holds the same opinions. To the Jutitur of'thn iSouthem Cross. Sir,—l have been in the 'habit tor a considerable time of reading in tlio newspapers inueh milk and water substance, in reference to the disturbances in thiscolonvvmd Governor Urowno's concessions then • nxith, and 1 am compelled to conclude that much of such talking ami wiitinjj might be sawd by ids acting: with such decision as beeonics his ]>u>iti«>n as representative of the Queen of Kngland. For this pur]>ose he ought always to keep sight of tlie two following claims :— Ist. The Dignity of tlie British Crown. 2nd. The conjoint interests «»f the two races, as well as the protection «>f the settlers. All other considerations i think ought therefore to j be secondary, and subordinate to the above. Ist. then, as to his otlice as Governor; let him uphold the political position of Kngland in the scale of nations, not only for the present, but in every movement, to display the abilities of a mind lit to grapple with every emergency, «,o its to su>taiu the test of historical criticism. 2nd, Lot all transactions between the two be conducted strictly for the benefit of both, never condescending to have disputed property. I entirely repudiate the doctrine hold forth that the purchaser ought to bo tho arbiter of tlio validity of such transactions. On no overlook tho claims of the hcUlers, many of whom have not only lett 1 hoir native Knd with all it«s endearments but have also spoilt, n.neh precious time und means, and lately had to endure all the privations, consequent on a domestic war. I'ut some will naturally ask —what ought tho Governor to do r I do seriously think, in the meantime, he not to have gone to Taranalci, as if sueing for peace, but rather to have replied to i 4ho Maori chiefs somewhat in tlie following strain : — The Hritish Government cannot treat with rebels in arms; therefore if you desire pence juv down vour arms, and 1 shall be ready to consider terms. 1 think it must now be obvious to everv one, that the policy hitherto pursued, (that of coaxing the natives into partial peace) has been and is likely to continue productive of mischief, in so far as it keeps the settlers in a state of suspense. .Farther, I think that now is the proper time to act wilh derision, and allow the law to take its course, so that capital may be expended on improvements with some decree of security without such guarantee* we cannot expect the colony to prosper. KAK.nkst.

To the Editor of the Southern Cross. Sir, — In reference to what occurred at the meeting in the Mechanics' Institute, called by the would-be friends of Sir George (irev, 1 wish to state mv belief that Sir Heono* Grey is ju>t stepj>ing in to have tlie credit of settling our native dilhculty, at the moment when all the plans and arranirments are completed by his predecessor. Let us consider the task that was required from Governor Prowne to cllectually parry o!f and keep back Mich a powerful, intelligent, and 1 may say, artful foe, as the warlike native race of New 'Zealand. In fact, the defence at Taranaki appears almost a miracle, when the relative numbei*, position, and other circumstance* arc censidered. The case is widely different now, for, whoever holds tho ruins of government, he has only to act "with prudence and promptitude to enforce unconditional obedience to the I>r it ish laws ; audi am sorry to Mate that, to all appearance, this must be done at tlie point of the bay•met, t'»r as well may you expect the leaf to precede the bud, or the fruit the blossom, jus to have peace without obedience to the laws. Away, then, with a tampering policy. Let the Governor take bis stand with tbe laws in one hand, and the M-ales of ju.-tieein the other, Mippor'led by the " Cameron men" ami their renowned (ii-neral on his rii;ht ; and if this colony is to remain an integral part ot the l'ritish nation, at once declare it to the world. This course must be pursued, unless a rebellion is to be fostered and tin.* laws despised and trampled upon. Some will say, under a pretence of sympathy, 44 y« u cannot treat the simple and igrnorant Maoris i ll this manner." I ask, when did this simplicity appear**' Are thev d'-ticient in their warlike operations: Let the Taranaki soldier reply. I can observe neither simplicity nor ignorance' in their every day dealings ; indeed, I believe, that in many ea-tM, they are ahead of their teachers. At all e\ents, this ignorance, or, j should say audacity, is rather stimulated then removed by tho too long continued bribery system. The state of the out -butt lers is alarming to contemplate, and requires immediate attention. Just compart? their present state wilh the glowing, if not g r ross statements this country, by which tlicy wen; .-.educed to leave their fathcrUnd. I make no invidious comparison between (Jovurnor lirowne mid (Jovernor Grey. Let time test their relative merits. 1 disclaim being a partv-man ; in fact I know no party, but that, 1 think is no reason why i should not foel interested in the prosperity of my adopted country. J say by all means let us give Governor Grey a hearty receptiou, but let it be voluntary, i expect by and by to havo a few remarks to offer on the land system.—l am, iVe., EAKNKST.

TO Till-; ELECTORS OF THE WEST WARD. rpiTß ELECTORS of the above Ward are reI quctited not, to pledge themsel-. cs for a few days, as it is exported 1 hut a i;eiitleman long and well known (o them, and of tlie highest respectability, will be induced to oiler his services to the Province. TO THE ELECTORS OF THE DISTRICT OF JiAGLAX. GENTLEMEN, -1 have been requested by many of my friends, who are electors of your District, to oiler myself as a candidate for thu beat in the Provincial Council recently vacatcd by Mr. .Joseph Mav. 1 havo acccdrd to their request ; and Bhonjd it be your pleasure to elect me as one of your representatives, you may rely upon my best attention f=»frrg given (o promote tlie interests of your extensive division. I have the honor to be. Gentlemen, Your most obedient servant, A. M EARS. Mount Eden, Apirl 120, JSC I, TO THE ELECTOKS OF THE NORTHERN DIVISION. GENTLEMEN, —A vacancy having taken place in tiie Kepresentation of voitr Division, I have tlie honor to oiler myself as a Candidate to represent your interests in the Provincial Council. I have tlie honor to lie, G entlcmcn, I'our obedient servant, W. F. BJ.AKIS. April 20, 1864.