[Letter from Archibald John McLean to Donald. Last page missing] 13 August 1858 Maraekakaho My dear brother I am happy to state that the nine days I have been here have improved my health greatly. I had a very severe attack of illness on the way down here and for 8 days after arrival but Alexander met me at the port and was very attentive. For the last 6 days I have been busy with McInnish making a garden and several other little jobs. I must say I am delighted with the place and with attention and hard work it will be made a splendid place. Of Alex has been very oppen and candit with me in everything and from what he states I am convinced he has done and is doing everything in his power for your interest, indeed from the little I have seen of his ways so far you and I have reason to be proud of him for none of us will ever understand land and stock