Melford Cottage, 9 Oct./60 My dear McLean, All the land (Hilly) ''put up'' on your run was brought by your brother today at the upset price 5/- per acre. Conflicting accounts here about the natives of Hawkes Bay. Have not as yet seen Alexander - Gollon says natives friendly - P. Russell that the Takapau's (Ruataniwha) are restless. I see no danger and believe quiet is the best until some outward sign be made by Maories, Yours very truly, M. Fitzgerald.