Enclosure 2 in No. 31.
Mr. H. T. Clarke to the Assistant Native Secretary, Dunedin.
Sir,—
I have the honor to inform you that I have requested the Government to make certain inquiries regarding an application made by the Maori Missionary Society of Otago (as far back as 12th August, 1862), for pecuniary assistance in carrying out the objects of the Society. I am anxious to get this long-pending matter settled as soon as possible. Would you oblige me by giving all the information you can on the subject.
In connection with the above I understand that certain reserves have been made in Dunedin for the benefit of the Natives, and that those reserves have been utilized. Could you also inform me what amount accrues therefrom, and how the funds are disposed of?
I have, &c.,
A. Chetham-Strode, Esq., Assistant Native Secretary, Dunedin.
H. T. Clarke.