C—2.

1887. NEW ZEALAND.

VILLAGE SETTLEMENTS (RETURN OF, AND OFFICERS EMPLOYED IN.)

Laid on the table by Hon. Mr. Ballance, with leave.

EETUEN OP VILLAGE SETTLEMENTS. Number of sections proclaimed ... ... ... ... 2,216 Number of sections taken up ... ...• ... ... 1,186 Advances made on account of buildings ... ... ... £1,315 Advances made on account of bush-falling, &c. ... ... £950 Liabilities on account of land taken up ... ... ... £62,820