(For His Excellency's information.) (Signed)Donald McLean Newcastle 19th. June 1873 To:- Hon. D. McLean. Wellington 18th. June 1873 Hone Wetere corroborates Hone te One's letter re notice King pays Tapihana is anxious persists in his desire to see you, argues he always asked for fighting, King would not consent, consequently is disgusted at murders - Is determined to see you if you come to Raglan. Manha residing the other side Kawhia is opposed to Tapihama - Fuel accounts per post, Heteraka buried on Friday, 150 natives present tangi. Nothing said of any consequence all relating to death. (Signed) R.J. Bush Clerk to Bench.