January 8th. 1848 This day I have handed over to Capt. King. a map of the lands purchased from the Taranaki and Ngamotu natives; shewing the Reserves and arrangements, with explicit notes of reference, and may I not humbly acknowledge the aid of a kind and good Providence, in the conduct of these purchases and transactions, which have so satisfactorily terminated. May he still guide me to act with equity, justice, and full consideration for the various interests I have to recognise and satisfy; and lean on that only true aid and support that will strengthen me in this life; and afford me sure protection in a future eternity....... Two papers received from Uncle Donald. Letters, Land Accounts, and native supplies, with Capt. King. On the whole this has been a tolerably busy day....... On Thee, my God, my only hope, My rest, my aid, my strength secure; Do I this night in comfort rest, Confiding in the Arm of Right, That will not cause me to depart From religious virtue's happy path; Howe'er beguiled my heart may be, Oh, let me ever trust in Thee; That I may not forgotten be, Or left to follow one but Thee.