By far the greater portion of those who might very fittingly be grouped under the above heading are already included in this volume, as being connected with one or more of the various sections already dealt with. There are, however, many worthy colonists who are best known as colonists only. Some have done a great deal of hard work for the people, and it is fitting that in a work of this kind some mention of them should be made. It is confidently expected that in future issues this section will be greatly increased. It is manifest that for a first volume the difficulties of reaching these classes are great. Not being actively engaged in mercantile or political affairs, they are unfortunately too easily overlooked. Readers, therefore, are asked to excuse any omissions that may have occurred; and the compilers will thankfully receive from subscribers or others any information relative to prominent colonists whom they have missed. It is by no means their intention to overlook anyone who has a reasonable claim to inclusion. All who have in any way assisted to develop the wonderful resources of this favoured Colony have a special claim to recognition in this most interesting section of The Cyclopedia of New Zealand.