would be more favourably received, but from prudential motives, I should submit, for your consideration, an arrangement like that of Hakopa's, to come into operation on the 18th. of June next, the expiration of the current year. Mr. W. Bayly has been here this afternoon, also Paratta, Hemi and others. I had hoped to settle the difference, and with less lawless natives, I might have succeeded. At W. Bayly's request, I offered Paratta, in the presence of his people, £3.1.3, which is at the rate of 10/- an acre, and only has reference to the first instalment for the first part of his work, the second part not being commenced. The money was refused, and £5 demanded. I was again told either to consent to the £5, or the cart and bullocks would be seized. I advised an appeal to Capt. King, which at first was negatived, and afterwards supported by Paratta; not however, with a proviso that in the event of Captain King not acceeding to their demands, they would help themselves. I will give you an instance of their insolent bearing and open defiance, - Two of the Police came to Barracks at 4 p.m. this afternoon, for orders. I was asked ironically by Paratta whether they were going to arrest and take him to prison. Another said he would show Heale, - tie his legs, and