A.—7a

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(No. 47.) Government House, Wellington, 9th August, 1900. Memorandum for the Eight Hon. the Premiek. The Governor begs to inform the Premier that, in reference to his memorandum No. 78, he has received a cable from the Secretary of State for the Colonies that Her Majesty commands him to convey her sincere thanks for the kind message from the Maori chiefs. Her Majesty is much touched by their expressions. Eanfuely. Approximate Cost of Paper.— Preparation, not given; printing (1,200 copies), 15b.

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