Enclosure 1 in No. 17.
Telegram to the Hon. Mr. Gisborne.

Just had an interview with Superintendent in re Native reserves. Does not either absolutely admit or deny Provincial liability to survey; but Province utterly unable to move for want of funds. Explained necessity for having work done, and it was agreed that the Colonial Government shall find the money, work to be done under direction of Provincial officers, and payments made on certificate of Chief Surveyor; question of ultimate liability to be subsequently settled. For your confirmation, please reply to-day.