Paea on Paia.

This name occurs in a Maori Lament published in the Journal of the Polynesian Society some time back. 'NauaihomaitePaea-o-Tawhiti&c.'

In a communication received from Miss TeUira Henry of Honolulu, a lady who is thorougly conversant with the ancient history and legendary lore of Tahiti, I have received confirmation of several proper names given me by the Ngati-Awa.

Te Oropoa.—This is the name of a largo department of Tahiti.

Ta Tana-i-Ahurai.—Is the adjoining district to To Oropoa.

Paea.—Is a district in Te Oropoa.

Tua.—Is the name of a very ancient high chieftain family of Tahiti.

Finis.