No. 165, Sess. II., 1884.—Petition of James Maxwell.

Petitioner states that certain land near Lucas Creek. County of Waitemata, was sold to his father; that this land was originally paid for to the Natives, and that Government has taken possession of it. He prays for relief.

I am directed to report as follows: That the petitioner has no claim upon the colony in regard to the matter referred to.