my suggestion, passes by Wellington. I have sent down instructions to have the Militia in readiness; and told him, if necessary, to send a steamer up for Troops at once. I am looking anxiously for news from you. Pray write fully as soon as you can. Of course you will go to the Wairarapa at once, and tranquilize the natives there. If possible, it would be very desirable to catch the instigators of these troubles, and prosecute them. I wrote you at length about Buller in my last. I had no idea you had recommended