presents; that are frequently thrown to the pigs; as my household establishment consists of only one dark servant; and some four of five New Zealand, our consumption is therefore comparatively small at times. But generally I have great numbers of the New Zealanders at my place; as I have been appointed by the Government, their Protector at this district. They look up to me as their guardian; and their old hoary-headed Chieftains, that have been great warriors and cannibals, now mildly address me as their parent and friend. I frequently travel amongst them; and they invariably treat me with respect and attention; their children running round me in flocks, followed up by their parents, as I approach their villages; and fondly welcoming myself and followers to come and partake of their hospitality; and decide their conflicting quarrels and contentions. My continued desire is for their improvement, and the promotion of social harmony amongst them and towards the Europeans; and I cannot omit acknowledging my gratitude to the Almighty, for having maintained peace and tranquility in the District over which I preside; which is the only one that has been so in the Island; and may Providence keep it so. I can only refer you to the Books and papers from New Zealand, for information as to the awful scenes of war and murder they record; and which is not yet suppressed; nor can any other than the eye that searches your heart and mine, forsee the termination of these disasters; with which your father, as a Military Officer, is sure to be acquainted. Tell him, from me, that a Highland Officer, Capt. Robertson, of the ''Hasard'' sloop of war, was the most gallant and brave soldier the New Zealanders have had to fight against. He is a son of Col. Robertson, of Invernesshire. The New Zealanders are a brave, resolute, and determined people; whose passions, when once roused, are not easily subdued; and though they have considerably emerged from the savage state, they still want the strong arm of power to keep them in subordination; nor will strength, if injudiciously applied, render them easily submissive. It must be accompanied with kindness and consideration. They are most ingenious, and fruitful in invention, and apt in imitating our civilized habits and customs. The Chiefs are also very intelligent; and in communicating their native traditions and history they delight; also in hearing ours, and the rapid advances we have made. All of them that visit my place are taught English words; and, to gain admittance to the parlour, must be dressed in trousers and shirts, or in their very best native mats or dogskins; and when in the dwelling, I do not permit them to smoke (to which they are much addicted), or behave with impropriety. There is a comfortable receiving house for them, close to our own; where I keep slates, pencils, and books, (of which I am at present scarce, both for myself and them), for their improvement and amusement. I am most fortunate in having a good negro servant; who keeps everything clesn and comfortable. He is an excellent cook; and Stewart never drinks, and is very faithful, and fond of Master; but does not like those who