to. I consider it my duty to draw your attention to this letter, as such action on your part tends to weaken my authority and influence in the position I hold in this District, and cannot but be injurious to the interests. I beg to add that I forwarded to you Mr. Burton's original note as to his proceedings to the front, and to inform you that I have desired Mr. Worgan to write through me should he have anything official to communicate, with a view to my knowing what is likely to take place amongst the native population, with the loss of time which must take place before I can hear it through you. I have the honour to be Sir, Your most obed. servant (Signed) C. Lambert Commanding Wairoa District. To:- Donald McLean Esq. Napier.