same cause. That there is not an inch of available land to stand upon, is becoming quite a common remark in Auckland. On this subject I have nothing to say. Indeed my confidence has been violated; which causes me to receive any information about the sale of land with great caution. Stewart wishes me to say that your mare was inland of Rangitikei when he passed; and that he ascertained through Mr. McDonald's foreman, that the mare was frequently used by the mail carriers, and still suffering from the same lameness. He did not see your cow, in consequence of coming by the inland road. Your land at Whanganui has been abandoned by the natives, and applications made by several settlers, either to purchase it rent it, as you think fit. I am glad to say that many of our vagabonds have left this settlement for Wellington and the Canterbury settlement, where I hope they will be picked up and taken out of the country altogether. Hoping you are well, and that I shall soon hear from you, I remain Yours very faithfully (Signed) H. Halse To:- Donald McLean Esq.