Historical Records of New Zealand
J. Stephen, Esq., To A. Y. Spearman, Esq
J. Stephen, Esq., To A. Y. Spearman, Esq.
Sir,—
With reference to my letter of the 13th ultimo, respecting the colonization of New Zealand, I am directed by the Marquis of Normanby to transmit to you, for the consideration of the Lords Commissioners of the Treasury, a copy of a letter from Captain Hobson, enclosing an estimate of the expenses for the first establishment of a colony in those islands. Lord Normanby would recommend this estimate, amounting to four thousand and five pounds, for the sanction of the Lords of the Treasury.
I am, &c.,
J. Stephen.
A. Y. Spearman, Esq., &c.