NEW ZEALAND.

Globe, Volume XXIII, Issue 2339, 1 October 1881, Page 3

NEW ZEALAND.

[pee pbess association.] HAWERA, October 1. The Native AspectThe Press Association correspondent telegraphs the following : I have just been taking to Mr Hunter, of Otakehu, upon whose land the Maoris were ploughing. He tells me that many settlers blame him for not deoiding to turn the Maoris off, but as the Defence Minister threw the responsibility upon him of deciding which course was to be adopted, he thinks, under the circumstances, he did what was best. Some other settlers on the Plains have made a private arrangement and exohanges with the Natives. Both races appear quite satisfied. The rumors lately prevailing are now subsiding. KUMABA, October 1. Mr Seddon's Return. Mr Seddon, M.H.E , was entertained at a banquet at the Town Hall last evening on his return from Parliament, He said ho did not expect such a reception. He thought he would be met with coldness, but he was pleased to see he possessed the confidence of the electors. DUNEDIN, October 1. Recruits. _ Upwards of 180 men applied here for service at the front. The Otago Runs. The sheep assessment paid to-day amounts to £36,866, exclusive of £3200 paid by Southland during the year. The runs which were formerly assessed we re-leased at an annual rental of £10,900. INVEBOABGDLL, October 1. Vital StatisticsThe vital statistics during the month were : —Birthß, 50; deaths, 23 ; marriages, 16.