No. 11.
The Hon. the Native Minister to Mr. R. C. Barstow.

Certain statements have been made by Mr. J. A. Tole, calling in question the proceedings of the Land Purchase Agents in acquiring for the Crown the Waipoua, Maunganui, and Opouteke Blocks, and as it appears desirable, on public grounds, that an inquiry should be instituted into the alleged irregularities, I have the honor to request that you will, as soon as conveniently may be, investigate the matters referred to, and forward your report to me.

The papers relating to the charges made are herewith forwarded to you.