Clyde. November 21st. 1868. Dear Sir, In a great measure the results that I looked for as following the successful attack upon Turanga, by the enemy, have taken place. The Hau Haus have drawn away from here, leaving only small parties in our neighbourhood; the strength of which it is not easy, however, to estimate. The story about Hemi te Waru having been personally at Te Wakaki, is incorrect. At the same time, though, the out-settlers have been pretty continuously in communication with the enemy's scouts, who are therefore well informed of our position and movements. The same remark applies to other sections of the Wairoa natives. It is a difficulty which we have no means of dealing with; but which is fruitful of many evils. I have a letter from Tuke, by the steamer from Turanga, in which he expresses views which entirely coincide with mine own; and which Major Lambert asked me to discuss with him to-day. My plan is briefly this, - Assuming the Turanga accounts, as to the intentions of the enemy, to be correct, - Let a movement be concerted between our force at Turanga and our force here; both which, for the purpose, require strengthening. I would undertake to out off the enemy's retreat from their position in Turanga, could 500 men be spared from here for that object. In four days I could place them in the rear of the enemy, who should be firstly attacked from the front so soon as we were in position. It is our only chance of destroying them. They are better left where they are, than by partial and abortive attempts, be again driven into the Ranges. This is the outline I have sketched to Major Lambert, and I purpose going over the map with him to-day, in support of, and explanation of my theory. I have much to do, but these horrors so upset our district, and distract one's attention, that for the time, private business must be suffered to be undone. It is so entirely to my interest to say nothing of my desire that these things should be speedily brought to an end, that I will cheerfully lend my assistance. I am truly grieved to hear that Mr. Deighton has been superceded. Things here are somewhat shaking down into their places, and Major Lambert is getting on a little better with the natives. I really feared, when I last went, that Ngatiporo would have gone, in spite of remonstrance. It is much to be regretted that Fraser is not here. I wouldn't like you to suppose that I am seeking anything for myself in offering my assistance to you. In truth, my own business is now much more to me than any position that would likely be offered me. My sole wish is to be useful, where my services may prove of most value. I take the liberty of always expressing my thoughts freely to you, for which I trust you will pardon me. I will write as I think there is occasion for so doing. I beg to remain, dear Sir, Your obedient servant (Signed) Geo. Worgan. To:- D. McLean Esq. Napier. P.S. The natives have a Meeting to-day. A good many different opinions are expressed amongst our people as to the position of the enemy; but it is assumed generally that they still occupy Puketapu in strength; and still watch this district to get favourable opportunity of attack. It is necessary to use the utmost caution, as a false move may have fatal results. I adhere, however, to my opinion already expressed, and I will furnish a report of the Meeting. (Signed) G.W. 4 p.m. Saturday. The Meeting called by Hotene has come off, with results such as I feared. Ngatiporo demand to return home; at any rate to Turanga. Paora, Tamihana, Hamaia, alike express their intense dissatisfaction. They have written you on the subject. I am really very sorry, because I feel, that after his lights, the Major strives to do his best. Truly we suffer more from his misgovernment than from the enemy. Even the White population are getting restive. Hotene says that if we move from here that Clyde will meet the same fate as Turanga. Buchanan's position here is a mystery. (Signed) G.W. Saturday 11 p.m. I received your Honor's kind letter, per Orderly, about 5 p.m. I attended Major Lambert for the purpose before alluded to; and have just returned from so doing. I am disposed to think that he is largely influenced by Buchanan, insomuch that he expressed himself in terms of disparagement of the precautions taken, and the excitement prevailing in Napier. I conceive that it is simply impossible for the natives to work satisfactorily with the Major; that the withdrawal of Ngatiporo would be attended with danger to this place; that to hold out any prospect of success, attack must come from here, as making it from Turanga would resemble putting weasels into a rabbit warren without previously stopping the earths. The natives here must be put in action; and the safest method is in the way I suggest. After the women and children are removed there is nothing to prevent every man, capable of bearing arms, save only sufficient garrison for Block House and Redoubt, being moved to occupy the rear of the enemy. In my opinion, unless the enemy is perfectly besotted with success, attack on them from Turanga must fail, - for the reason before stated. There is, in my view, nothing to prevent 500, say 400 men leaving here via uranga Regins. for Turanga. At the same time, if a native force, I fear that Major Lambert's presence would be fatal to its prospects of success. A steamer should be here to co-operate. I conveyed stores to Regina at a cost of £5 per ton in 3 days. In case of adopting this plan, native force should not be stinted in supplies of food or ammunition. (Signed) G.W.