distribution of our land laws amongst the German settlers there, would cause an influx of desirable colonists, who would soon subdue thousands of acres of mallee country, and open up a large area of land now lying idle. 31. I purpose leaving here on or about the 24th for Burracoppin, and if I have not made myself sufficiently clear on any point I shall be pleased to explain or give any further information required. There is a small account for horse and coach hire of £2, which I will forward in due course, together with the receipts for amounts paid. 32. As the steamer was just leaving on Saturday, when I returned, I accepted Mr. Bellingham's (M.L.C.) offer to convey samples of hay from Grass Patch and Salmon Gums to you, and trust they have arrived safely.