The Cliffs, Nelson 3rd November 1875 Dear Sir Donald, When Dr. Pollen passed through here, on his way to Auckland, he asked me to find out, as well as I could, what chance Sir Julius would have of being returned for the City - Since then I have been making enquiries and have written the result up to him today - and as I spoke to you on the subject in Wellington, I thought it right to keep you informed of how matters stand. I have seen a good many of the leading Citizens who all appear favourable to the idea of bring Sir Julius forward. The Mayor, has taken it up warmly, and as he is always