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The Pamphlet Collection of Sir Robert Stout: Volume 80a

"Loans to Natives

"Loans to Natives.

"As to the last question, regarding the prevention of loans, it would be a good thing if no credit was given to either Maoris or Europeans. The Bill introduced last session to take away power to recover debts under £20 would probably be reintroduced next session. The Premier concluded a three hours' speech by expressing satisfaction at having met the Natives at Hukanui, and by saying that he felt confident of finding a way to assist them, but that depended on their remaining a law-abiding people.

"At Tamahana's request the Premier promised to have a report of his speech translated in Maori, printed and circulated amongst the Natives. Mr. Seddon also said that if the Natives would send delegates to Wellington before or during the session, in order to represent their views to the Government while Native legislation was being prepared, the Government would charge the expenses to the Civil List.

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"The proceedings closed at 5 o'clock, having lasted upwards of five hours. The result is considered eminently satisfactory by both Maoris and pakehas.

"The Premier, Mr. Carroll, and party, accompanied by several Native chiefs, arrived at Nga-ruawahia at 9.30. A messenger was sent across the Waikato River at once to Tawhiao's settlement, a mile and a half distant, and returned at 11.30 p.m., reporting that Tawhiao was not there."