Owing to the wars of the natives and various other disturbances, I have not been able to procure you any land before this. I have, however, at length done as well as I could for you. The

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chiefs mentioned in the deed are friends to Shunghie and Waikato. The heads of the river are in latitudes 35–32 on the west coast of New Zealand, opposite to us. I have walked through part of the woods, which are very extensive, but the boundaries cannot be better described than by giving the names of the districts or townships. I cannot recommend you to send your brother, because I should not think it prudent for any person or small number of persons to settle themselves now under a heathen government. I shall, however, be happy to serve your brother if you determine on making the attempt. I hope the Baroness is in good health. Be pleased to favour me with a line when you receive this.