No. 83, Sess. II., 1887.—Petition of Hori Puni and 11 Others.

Petitioners pray that the island called Matiu or Soames Island may be returned to them, as they have not parted with their right to it.

I am directed to report as follows: That the allegations in the petition have not been substantiated, and the petitioners having failed to establish their claim, the Committee has no recommendation to make.