No. 35.
Mr. Commissionee Kemp to the Native
Secretary.
Sir,—
In reply to your letter of the. 24th instant, I have the honor to report for the information of the Hon. W. Mantell that the purchase of the Poneke Block, in the District of Mangonui, of three hundred and forty-five (345) acres has been completed for the sum of Forty-three pounds two-shillings, and sixpence (£43 2s. 6d.), the deed of which shall be forwarded by an, early opportunity.
I have, &c., H. T. Kemp, District Commissioner.
The Native Secretary, Auckland.