as much blame to you as any one else, for these questions' delay. Come then by the return of the "Zingari", and thus dispel, by your presence, the suspicions that have arisen, that you are not over sincere and hearty in the cause. I do not like the Taranaki question' and much less the sending of Troops there. I think it is a false move. But still, at the stage at which it had arrived, I hardly see how the Colonel could have avoided it. It is rumoured that the natives have not been over civil to the Bishop. I trust most sincerely that no outbreak will take place. I have great reliance in Major Nugent's prudence. A great deal will depend on the Commanding Officer of the Troops. In hopes of seeing you immediately, --- Believe me, my dear McLean yours very sincerely, (Signed) M. Richmond. To:--- Donald McLean.