No. 232, 1889.—Petition of Hirini Kahotea and 101 Others.

Petitioners state that the remuneration received by three of their people who were appointed Assessors to the Resident Magistrate’s Court at Waiapu was insufficient. They therefore pray that some further assistance be given.

I am directed to report that, in the opinion of this Committee, the above petition should be referred to the Government.