I beg to state that I have used the Oamaru Stone in numerous buildings erected under my supervision in the Province of Otago, during the last ten years. From personal observation, I have formed a high opinion of the qualities of this stone. I have never observed any evidence of disintegration from exposure to the weather, and am of opinion that if large horizontal surfaces are not exposed to the absorption of rain, that the stone can be used to great advantage in any position in any building, and will produce a better architectural effect than any Other building stone that I know of in New Zealand.

The cost of handling and carriage from Oamaru, and the uncertainty of the supply, have, hitherto, prevented its extensive and general use, but I am convinced that if these difficulties are overcome, and the stone delivered in the market at a price that can compete with brick and cement, that this beautiful stone will be extensively used in all the better classes of public and private buildings in the colony.