Govt. and not Mr. McLean - it ended in Mr. Hamlin telling him he would not move a step for him or any of the Govt. Mr. Russell calls the Province of Hawkes Bay the Hot bed of rebellion. I expect he will find it hotter before before he is done with. Govt. are very anxious to establish a Telegraph Station as soon as possible at head of Mohaka. 100 Constabulary are expected overland from Wanganui on the 12 10 pack horses and man are ready to bring their supplies to Taupo. This action I imagine will make another hot bed in the North Island.