Oct. 7th. 1868. Sir, It seems that Col. Whitmore intends to try and make peace with the enemy, You will perceive from Mr. Deightons letter what an effect such a proceeding would have in the Wairoa. On ascertaining what Mr. Hamlins instructions were I immediately informed Mr. Ormond. The block of land offered for Lease today situated at Nuhaka at a upset price of £16.8.0 brought £87,0. 0. a considerable increase to the Public Revenue. Capt. Carter still continues very poorly -- he seems not to have the will to recover himself. Every one wished for your Honors return -- I am afraid the Militia will work very badly under Col. Whitmores command -- he is so universally disliked. His intention is to divide the Province into Districts, each under the command of a Major -- who must have been an officer with Imperial Forces -- otherwise he wont work. If Major Atkinson goes in, in place of Col. Haultain Col. Whitmore resigns command. I think I have told you every thing that Your Honor would receive as news. The Telegraph office makes my reports appear very meagre -- but knowing nearly all information transmitted thereby to Your Honor I do not take up your valuable time by repeating them -- Hoping to see you soon. I have the honor to be Sir, Your most obt. svt. Geo. Thos. Fannin. Sup. Clerk.