No. 195, 1903.—Petition of Hemi te O and 17 Others.

Petitioners pray that a piece of land called Te Hurepo (near Oporiao, inland of Whakatane), which was confiscated as a result of fighting near Whakatane, may be returned to them.

I am directed to report that the Committee recommends that this petition be referred to the Government for inquiry.