out of it, so long as the land is acquired for occupation by Colonists and no mess occurs. As soon as Grindell has collected all the applications it will be advisable to get a sitting of the N.L.Court with as little delay as possible. I have no local news to give you - no native news from any quarter. Everything is quiet. The absence of the mail is very provoking - the more so as the Yankees have managed by sensational telegrams to frighten all the old women into fits. The mail is closing and I must stop. Very sincerely yours G. S. Cooper