This place is very much improved since I was here, and the society also is I am told much better. I have not seen any newcomers yet, but a ball is coming off on the 2nd. which will be a good introduction for me. I write this hurried note by the Eclair which is on the point of sailing for Wellington. Flight and old Smart are going in her. I will write you at length per O.M. Kind regards to Mrs. McLean, Faithfully yours, G. S. Cooper.