New Plymouth, August 22nd, 1852. Donald McLean Esqre. Crown Land Commissioner, etc. etc. etc. Sir, As the Agent and Attorney of Mr.Edwin Davy of Auckland, I have to request that other land may be offered to the Natives in exchange for the reserve of Nine acres, forming a portion of Suburban Sections No.145, and 146 - You are aware that His Excellency the Governor in Chief has been pleased to sanction an exchange, if it can be effected.