I wrote to Featherstone, to say that I never spoke on the subject, except in his presence; and never dreamed of appointing a Native Secretary for Wellington, I have this moment, (July 11th) received your letter of 29th. June, and rejoice exceedingly that you have been successful. Stay as long as you find it necessary to do so, but remember that there are plenty of unfriendly writers, who will ascribe your remaining, to any but the right motive.