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In conclusion, we wish to express our appreciation of the manner in which both your Excellency and the Premier of New Zealand have guarded the interests of the people of this group. Makea. Karika. Ng AMARU. TINOMANA. Pa. Kainuku. I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct translation from the native into English.—Frederick Goodwin, Government Interpreter. Rarotonga, Bth September, 1900. Approximate Cost of Paper.—Preparation, not given ; printing (1,200 copies), 17s.

By Authority: John Maokay, Government Printer, Wellington. - 1900. Price 3d.]