The Pamphlet Collection of Sir Robert Stout: Volume 44
New Plymouth, 9th January, 1879
9th January, 1879.
I have the honour to report for the Hon., the Minister for Immigration, that during the quarter ending 31st December, 1878, one hundred and fifty-eight (souls) page 68 immigrants arrived. They all found employment within three or four days after arrival. There is still great demand for labour. Bush falling, road making and harvest. Carpenters are in great demand. Thirty single girls would find no difficulty in obtaining situations. Wages very high for every calling. Provisions and clothing very reasonable. I don't think there is one immigrant who regrets having come here. The prospects for every class are better than I have known since I have been here, now, nearly twenty-one years.