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way : —Our mails are very bulky, and, if carriage goes wrong, detached and left behind. I believe, if we put letters in bags distinctly marked from those of newspapers, we could get them placed in carriage with United States mails, and then no irregularity would occur or officer be wanted. It would not matter if newspapers were delayed. From the Hon. John Robeetson and the Hon. J. F. Buens. We agree, and assume we can negotiate on behalf of both Governments. OUR CLAIM UNDER RUSSELL-SAMUEL AGREEMENT. From the Hon. John Robertson and the Hon. J. F. Btjens. CiiAiM under Russell-Samuel Agreement may be considered to have been dealt with. By Authority : Geobgb Didsbuby, Government Printer, Wellington.—lB76. Price 6d.] \