he is much put about at Sewell's notice of resolutions. He writes to me that he wishes to have the message about the conference sent down as soon as the house opens, so if you have not already sent your memo. or letter, send it by the boat. I have asked for a boat from the Iris. Reid writies in doleful dumps from the Waikato. Ever yours sincerely, T. Gore Browne Monday night August 6