Letter from W. Halse dated September 23rd. 1848. New Zealand Company's OfficeNew Plymouth 23rd. September 1848 Sir, I regret to have to announce to you the sudden death of Colonel William Wahefield, the Principal Agent of the New Zealand Company; which took place at Wellington on the 18th. instant. I have the honour to be Sir, Your most obedient servant (Signed) W. Halse Resident Agent N.Z. Coy. To:- Donald McLean Esq. J.P.Inspector of Police New Plymouth.