WITH THE LEADING WAIKATO CHIEFS.

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A.—No. 12.

Eewi remarke tdhat enough had been done for that time, and that a great deal had been accomplished in one day. There were other days in store. Let the sun shine and the rain fall on the words now spoken. It was not a matter of little importance that they had seen and conversed with Mr. McLean. If only a fragment of light was now visible, like the dawn it would soon spread. The meeting was now coming to a dose, and the Natives showed by their cheerful and altered countenances that they were satisfied with what had taken place. Several came forward to shake hands with Mr. McLean, who made some personal references to each, which caused a smile. Mr. McLean had some conversation with Tamati Ngapora, or Manuhiri as he is now called. He stated that he was using every effort to stop war parties, and had sent persons to watch and warn those who were going to join Te Kooti. If they persisted, the friendly chief Te Poihipi of Taupo should be informed of the fact, in order that he might be prepared for them. Kewi also had several interviews. Mr. McLean and party then left for Otorohanga, accompanied by several influential chiefs, who talked freely of their long isolation from the Europeans, and on other matters of interest.