H.—23

1898. NEW ZEALAND.

THE ANNUAL SHEEP RETURNS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30th APRIL, 1898.

Presented to both Houses of the General Assembly by Command of His Excellency.

each A.—Table showing Increase or Decrease in the Number of Sheep in County throughout the Colony.

B.—Betuen showing (in Totals under Districts)— 1. The Districts into which the Colony is divided. 2. The Number of Sheepowners in each District. 3. The Number of Sheep upon which the Sheep-rate is collected. 4*. The Amount of the Sheep-rate in each District.

<3. Statement showing Classification of Sheep.

D. —Betubn showing _ . 1. The Subdivisions— of the Districts into which the Colony is divided. owning 1 to.201 to 500,.501 to 1,000, 2* The Number of Sheepowners 200, ' 1001 to 2 500, 2,501 to 5,000, 5,001 to 7,500, 7,501 to 10,000, 10,001 to 20 000 20,001 and over; also, Total Number of Owners of Sheep, and Total Number of Sheep, for the Year ended 30th April, 1898. 3. The Names and Besidences of Officers holding Appointments under the Stock Act.

of all Sheepowners, and Number o± Sheep and Lambs, on 30th E '—Betubn April 1897 and 30th April, 1898; showing the County in which Owners and their Sheep are depastured, so far as the information is supplied reside Ihe in the Schedule "B" furnished by Sheepowners under section 47 of ' Stock Act, 1893." I—H. 23. H.—23 2

Table showing the Increase or Decrease in the Number of Sheep in each County throughout the Colony on 30th April, 1898.

Number of Sheep on County. Increase. Decrease. 30th April, 1897. 30th April, 1898.

Mongonui 23,829 24,293 464 Whangaroa, 4,963 5,195 232 Bay of Islands 33,792 36,019 2,227 Hokianga 11,383 12,648 1,265 Eodney 70,612 74,724 4,112 Whangarei 43,488 46,329 2,841 Otamatea 47,018 51,787 4,769 Hobson .. 14,703 16,772 2,069 Waitemata 33,549 37,689 4,140 Eden 3,693 3,170 523 Manukau 83,357 91,287 7,930 Coromandel 9,912 12,756 2,844 Thames 7,283 6,422 861 Ohinemuri 3,488 3,706 218 Waikato 76,573 74,948 1,625 Raglan 58,590 65,448 6,858 Waipa 40,166 40,701 535 Piako 194,789 184,516 10,273 West Taupo and Kawhia .. 39,443 43,942 4,499 East Taupo and Botorua .. 6,233 10,787 4,554 Tauranga 4,169 5,637 1,468 Whakatane 48,438 49,739 1,301 Waiapu 232,514 286,311 53,797 Cook 759,607 810,961 51,354 East Taupo 29,100 19,355 9,745 Wairoa 496,053 528,345 32,292 Hawke'sBay 1,314,372 1,309,056 5,316 Waipawa 713,871 714,693 822 Patangata 726,281 756,654 30,373 Clifton 15,433 22,537 7,104 Taranaki 27,048 28,349 1,301 Stratford 47,511 62,047 14,536 Hawera 150,103 151,682 1,579 Patea 216,369 222,365 5,996 Waitotara 167,360 170,843 3,483 Wanganui 365,500 391,345 25,845 Rangitikei 500,846 511,245 10,399 Oroua 375,090 366,676 8,414 Kiwitea 255,771 258,078 -2,307 Pohangina 80,545 102,693 22,148 Manawatu 216,034 215,826 208 Horowhenua 171,006 177,455 6,449 Hutt 219,483 223,598 4,115 South W&irarapa 606,459 597,533 8,926 North Wairarapa 819,636 857,311 37,675 Pahiatua 175,254 181,472 6,218 Waimea 221,562 223,999 2,437 Collingwood 45,792 47,750 1,958 Buller 2,238 2,246 8 Grey 13,528 11,905 1,623 Inangahua 27,753 26,943 810 Westland 17,708 16,075 1,63a Sounds 127,882 145,726 17,844 Maiiborough 533,253 515,437 17,816 Kaikoura 181,050 188,575 7,525 Amuri 403,417 413,281 9,864 Cheviot 172,740 182,697 9,957 Ashley 779,373 794,933 15,560 Akaroa 265,037 272,333 7,296 Selwyn .. 763,979 652,958 111,021 Ashburton 832,621 727,469 105,152 Geraldine 705,252 639,827 65,425 Mackenzie 376,131 410,872 34,741 Waimate 656,856 574,295 82,561 Waitaki 553,719 507,347 46,372 Maniototo 327,681 328,704 i.,023 Vincent 328,829 315,312 13,517 Lake 154,320 164,746 10,426 Waihemo 142,205 128,319 13,886 Waikouaiti ... 89,782 85,806 3,976 Peninsula 7,856 9,227 1,371 Taieri 238,653 223,384 15,269 Bruce 191,703 175,318 16,385 Clutha .. 299,322 302,254 2,932 Tuapeka 379,985 392,913 12,928 Southland 856,416 877,522 21,106 Wallace 450,594 450,607 13 Totals 19,687,954 19,673,725 527,108 541,337 Less inci:ease 527,108 Totsl dei;rease 14,229 3 H.—23

1898. £ 899 4,525 4,441 .937 4,910 3,961 19,673 for 4 Sheep-rate 1897. 859 4,359 4,322 933. 5,193 4,021 19,687

1898. on April, 898,515 4,525,348 4,441,082 936,936 4,910,385 3,961,459 Sheep 30th 19,673,725 S of 1897. Number April, 859,471 932,980 30th 4,358,890 4,322,356 5,193,192 4,021,065 19,687,954

April, B. on 1898. 2,568 1,764 4,520 1,722 4,148 4,000 18,722 Owners 30th 2 of Number April, 2,561 1,704 4,340 1,743 4,079 30th 1897. 4,041 18,468 . ! I

l Districts. of Names Coast ... West Napier Wellington- Marlborough-Nelson Canterbury-Kaikoura Auckland Otago...

5 H.—2B. o. Statement compiled from the Returns furnished by Owners of Sheep, in pursuance of Section 47 of "The Stock Act, 1893," showing the Total Number of Sheep and Lambs within the County on the 30th April, 1898. STUD AND FLOCK RAMS, STUD EWES, AND STUD LAMBS. FLOCK SHEEP.__ CZ ~ Mkkino. Lincoln. Romkey. Leicester. Eng;English Lnici-steb. Shropshire. — Bordeb Southdown. Bw___i>s. AND OTHER NOT . Othek CBOS9BEED LONOWOOIiS, S'CUDE. MERINO.

B B di,1 Breeding Dry Ewes, Breeding Dry Ewes, Breeding Dry Ewes, Breeding Dry Ewes,r i Breeding Dry Ewea, ng ™ S Dry Ewes, Breeding DryEwes, Breeding Dry Ewes, _ , Ewes, Ewes, i.e.,Ewes Ewes, i.e., t_wee Ewes, i.e., Ewea U Ewes ?F Ewes' 8 Breeding Dry Ewea, , Number i.e Ewes : ■ K]oi:k L mbB Ewes s 3 11 Name of County. of Sun! Rains Floclv lisiuiK .• V'.wp not Lambs, Stud Hums, Klurk limns, i.e... Ewes not Lambs, Stud Hums, .''lock l.iiins. i.e.. Ewes not Lambs, Stud Kiiins. Kloek Rains, i.e.,Ewes not Lambs, Stud Hums, liain_,,: i.e..Ewes "i2r" » Stud Eame, Flock Bama, i.e., '"not Pirns' StudBams, Ploek Earns, i, ,.E«s ""not™ studBama, Flock Bams Lambs. Wethers, i.e.,Epes arnbt Nameof County. ""n™' :,1 '"not '""not'* J- .j. -J-lo;it!i iiii-i.'iid<;d intended 2 0th tb hl d a 2 h th wntw. Wethers, ..„„Ew8S Sheep. (',„,ili -iKioiii uiTink-iiIn inivnruid :ind -Hootli iiu.iuk-ili.n Kinns, uml li-uwtli 2-tooth intendedto intended Hams and 2-tooth 2-tooth intendedto intended Hams and 2-tooth S-tooth intendedto 0 ia 2-too.lf K«™. tUootli iu.inuuKl intondod Wethers, RmuK, : and' 1°over, ov_r. f' , °'Y fT? «"£ over. '-'Pover. '""PT *££• ™o£° 'intendedto intended lo ,,'Y d-tooth to intondod be bred P"® and and be bred to be bred and and be to be bred J*' hnd andover andover be bred 60 Ewes. aud-over. to bebred Ewes. and over. and over, be bred to be bred Ewes. andover. nndover. be bred to be bred andover. and over, be bred to BWflSpYTs p 'T' bred o and to be bred and bebred to tiebred nd '' . be bred and over. be bred Ewes. U, thiS MthiS n : and over over be bred over. P"' and over. be bved to Iks P from this from j f f bn-.c. 11 lis from tlus this from this from this from this fromthis j from this from this thiS <&»*& ™__is Ewes. from this from ft om th g n,wes. from Season. Season. Season. Season. Season. Season. Season. - V.nthisSeason. f^Season., Season. !?Season. tbis from s° '' ' Season. Season. I j Season. ' ** ' ' Season. Season Season. Season. Season. Season.. . Aucklakd Disteict. Auckland District. 13 2 207 10 9 ... 11 ...... 3 ... 1 5 .., ...... 21 90 5 on„i 24,293 ...... ' ... 64 3,609 10,668 1,767 7,382 38 186 12 100 MonE onui M»8 ...... _5'j~ "" " ;;; " :;; ;;; 603 2,650 239 1,666 ...... Whangaroa w_._g_~_, - - 36,0 9 10 6 '!! 149 !" Z, ... 4 118 - "' 4 "' 1 23 "50 ... '"28 !" "' 7 '.'.'. '.'.'. s e z. 4 ::: :;; 67 ;;; - 8 5,949 16,096 1,136 10,968 517 of ... ■■■ ■■- 352 8 500 Bayof Islands. B., Island. 1 57 4 ..- ■■■ 5 Holi.Bg. 12,648 5 • 89 ...... 60 ... 50 ...... 2 ...... 14 2,657 5,724 .55 3,525 ...... , Hokianea. 55 8 435 393 ... 236 ... 28 ...... ,23 ... ,,...... 19 5 77 ...... 4 ...... , ... - ... m ■" 12,791 34,156 2,083 23,355 70 500 100 Rodney Bod"". ■: 261 70 26 9 3 11 20 ... 15 300 - 2"«3 20 1 ...... 3 "" ...... u 9n 8,121 21,881 1,730 13,882 25 160 60 Whancarei Whang-Mi 174 78 40 55 .., 80 75 45 20 131 820 230 635 ... 1 '[' ... """J 39 1 ...... - ...... 14 8,978 22,430 2,381 15,560 .,, ...... ,. Oramateu -■" 43 120 2 6 .- ;;; 16."» 6 ...... ;;: " 2,439 8,510 676 4,969 ...... Hobson. Hob.cn . ,.. e :;: 21 1 8 " 12 ::: % ::: ::: ::: 7 ;;; W.itemata... 3 4 32 26 235 ...... ::: ::: ::: - u 5,552 18,721 711 12,337 ...... ,. ... Waitemafca. J'»»» 9 10 ... ,., ...... 5 53 1 871 457 583 Eden . ,., "' "241 174 1,181 ...... 1 47 16 14 78 346 2,440 21 1,666 5 72 ...... 15 ...... 5 2 '2OO Z. 40 9 ... 118 8 22 30 ... 20 5 31 'us 12,198 44,349 Manuka- - }J."J 12 "v>>1 4,648 23,659 105 240 27 190 Manuka* - 12,W 10 10 64 11 ... 10 ... 8 ...... 1 ...... 13 ...... 5 1,689 6,486 566 3,871 Coromandel ... 3 20 112 6 18 ... 5 2 9 36 ... 24 .., 1 ...... Coromandel Ih._... - 5 ...... 8 1,322 3,371 277 1,203 ...... Thames .., ■ «•«* " 345 2,051 '" "'lS0 29 139 '.'.'. .,'. '" '" 220 1,059 ...... Obinemuri. :::- ::: 3 10 481 *604 140 561 .3 5 "l78 ... "l42 Z. 3 ... "'. Z. 5 40 "'l87 Z. 130 36 ... 100 6 Z. 4 16,824 30,108 7,509 17,914 ... 200 ... 87 Waikato. SST" 27 5 $g 25 16 233 520 ...' ... 120 ...... 38 ...... 22 ...... 1 ■■• 4 9,212 30,532 5,307 19,386 .,, 34 ...... Raglan ;: 7 7 591 496 8 234 434 66 445 1 77 20 ... 20 ... 3 ...... 2 " ...... ::: - 4,353 17,686 4,868 11,349 ...... Waipa 3£ »| 19 25 978 806 ... 268 14 175 506 .., 248 2 14 134 ... 113 23 566 '"471 341 3 15 178 ... 143 * .■ ■■- , 184,516 '" 31,572 69,377 21,275 46,762 6,202 4,286 ... Pkko. Piako ' 482 ...... 137 ...... , 2 ... West Taupo and Kawhia ... 43,942 ...... 5,273 21,008" 675 5,753 440 8,810 665 ... West Taupo and Kawhia ;;; 29 ... 22 15 4 ::: I ::: ::: ::: ::: .. ::: 6,808 Kotorua and portion— of Bast 10,787 55 ...... ' ::: z • : z z 683 405 2,760 ...... Rotorua and portion of Easl Taupo -. 3 6 jJJSi 5 63 3 ...... 9 ...... 1 ...... 881 2,716 548 958 89 371 ... 52 Tauranaa. 6 289 293 87 1 ■- 8 49,739 H ...... 58 ...... 2 " "' '' '" ■- 13 69 '■■ 20 7,485 22,145 3,585 15,185 62 270 155 Wnakatane ... - ' _ "' ... Wbakatane. ■•■ , 516 203 4,784 5,771 227 3,381 29 1,125 764 ... 479 3 216 184 ... 141 34 762 915 531 113 604 1,367' 230 1,041 8 71 30 ... 20 5 826 _3tT 61,513 7,3815 15,540 Total 898,515. "l2 376 607 ... 286 5 143,307 398,344 244,086 812 2,129 Total. ... NA.1EB DlSTBICT. Napibe Disteict. 12 38 1,132 ... ,., 66 2,733 2,408 1,931 ... 49 ...... 6 ... •■ ■■• ...... 449 46,110 6,724 94,572 Waiapu. ... 3,625 ...... 1 ... 129,396 135 420 80 50 ::: 160 6,396 5,730 133 5 1,312 370 ... 195 1 61 70 ... 22 ... 33 ... ■■■ ■■■ ...... 165 7 62 166,009 335,835 43,291 246,838 148 450 36 ., ££•■■■■ ::: .-Si 4 96 4 73 ... Cook But Taupo (part of) •■■ 19,355 ...... 550 ... - - 29 6,003 5,962 445 1,531 44 4,039 ... 575 East Taupo (part of). ■•■ ■■■ 71 ., 16 4,403 700 ... 294 ... 260 ...... 22 ...... 9 ■■■ ■■■ ...... 2 185 85 ■■■ 528,345 - 102,547 202,282 35,038 167,627 5,931 8,050 588 235 Wairoa ...... 33 172.. Wairoa yu5 9,754 9,459 737 7,604 57 1,112 350 83 415 47 14 104 10 ... - '-309,0o6 851 652 101 414 294 2,085 ... 1,548 10 100 ... 90 230 ...... 31 623 fi90 - --, 219,209 467,218 84,663 385,643 41,106 50,561 11,080 11,255 Hawte's Bay. Ha.kc.Ba, 3,634 2,988 1» ■■■ - «*■*»» 39 103 407 H)0 540 112 4,941 ... 66 1,669 802 ... 596 1 111 90 20 15 13 276 24 1 ■■■ ■■■ ■■■ ...... 136 108,568 277,335 68,662 243,366 1 4 Waipawa Waipawa 6,016 6,495 352 4,580 477 60 1 394304 90 4 ...... l'.t-ngat. - - 56 186 ...... 292 143,793 280,407 68,824 238,885 ... 782 16 Patangala. » 6^ ' 1 414 140 52 ... 175 ...... 729 ...... 20 ... 99,973 - 18,011 Wangauui (partof-) ... 8,226 27,548 4,360 24,914 13,510 1,467 376 Wanganui (part of). ■ ■- ■ " ~ 8"6 19,091 198 8,365 6,215 12 673 261 20 1.27 46 948 529 4. 15 40 245 ... 101 ... 14 ... ■■ 345 1,485 201 1,006 32,913 26,018 1,222 4,270 ... 33 Total .. 4,525,348' 1,199 li8J9 805,465 1,725,983 312,007 1,403,376 ' 60,875 82,313 13,267 12,495 Total. Wbllibgtok-West Coast Wbllinqton-WestCoast TJistsic-. \ District. _. 22,537 2 181 50 ...... 38 ...... 2 ...... 6 13 2,533 12,530 009 6,273 Clifton 1 17 45 2 ...... Clifton - 28,349 2 185 50 30 ... 26 32 383 ... 2 ...... 18 ...... '" '" 16 3,776 14,481 2,074 7,062 Taranaki 147 i 5 '" ...... Tarauaki. - 62,047 813 ...... 2 38 105 ...... 1 ...... 12 ;;; 7,300 35,515 1,092 17,163 Stratford. Stratford ... 1,114 1,224 . 4 87 ...... 31 20 802 52 26 350 140 27 5 4 ... 46 ... - - ...... "' 36,571 55,989 16,405 38,785 ...... Hawera. 237 1,691 4,344 468 3,880 11 1 ... 2 i '.". .,, . ::: ::: m,2* ...... » ...... 3 ::: 44,438 84,330 23,775 59,181 ...... Patea. f™- "0,843 35 1,211 733 ,.. 634 1 32 83 30 ■' 38,329 59,464 17,165 52,877 Waitotara _ ...... ■;■ 230 ...... Waitotara. 291,372 285 2,318 1,834 5 1,730 ... 16 ...... 3 69 ...... 3 5 16 20 ::: :::- :::- ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: 61,337 115,121 26,924 81,306 W.»g.nui(p«rtof)- » : 365 ...... Wanaanui (part of) 511.245 33 ... 89 2,945 3,829 233 2,383 8 607 150 176 16 74 ... ;...... 31 - ' 107,824 181,074 70,374 141,071 316 Eang.tikei - ... 10 ...... Baiigitikei. 1,758 76 135 " 37 3 2 53 3 7 ... ■■' 36.,o7o 79 2,093 1,341 395 1,669 322 1,244 1 108 ...... 4 56 98 '20 6 28 If 66,837 137,787 45,163 107,335 Oroua .■ 325 ...... Oroua. Kiwitoa 268,078 10 2,109 389 61 33 381 321 ... 280 ... 66 ...... 9 32,143 112,832 24,393 84,726 ...... [ Kiwttea. 102,693 757 ...... 2 8 43 200 ... 210 40 ... .., 5 43,970 8,665 37,106 ... Pohangina ■■■ '"- ...... 11,684 ...... Pohangina. ■■■ - ■■■ •■■ 215,826 • 129 1,021 347 ,., 276 ... 211 19 ,.. ... 101 1 3 ... 96 70,389 I Manawalu ■■ "■ ...... " 55,607 28,364 59,258 ...... Manawata. ■■■ 165 49 51 107 - Horowhenua ... 177,455 '49 16 30 433 ... 494 346 3 252 4 102 2 102 2 31 * "" '" 10 8 36,122 64,929 20,518 52,296 130 600 225 196 Horowhenua. 39 229 ...... 160 1,164 2,160 185 1,714 15 53 ... 23 107 52 -15 "'12 16 -63 - 9 -33 1 21 Z Z Z }J 44,598 92,460 16,057 62,416 Hutt ... 223,598 3 91 2,663 ... 2,036 ...... ° ° 357 851 100 580 Hutt. ■■■ 597,533 7 362 90* 32 42 68 2,685 85 1,752 271 4,360 746 3,259 3 . 84 123 159 14 282 145 113 ... 71 ...... 1 55 22" 17 232,166 50,461 179,544 South Wairarapa I ...... 21 58 3 115,733 ...... South Wairarapa. ■■• 4,303 24 1,801 lo .-■ 4 134 ... ■■■ 857,311 13 639 83 20 67 1,831 ... 1,659 677 ... "657 ... 38 ...... 70 ... 340 63 147 38 599 400 ... 446 137,678 363,087 61,076 281,401 Nor b Wairarapa. North Wairarapa ... 1,674 695 591 3 167 ...... I. Pahiatu. ... '81,472 36 100 ... 110 43 ■ ... 122 ... 125 ... 5 ...... 13 21,583 80,983 13,521 61,579 100 ...... Pahiatua. - ~ ~ ' 23 1,210 _:73 32 188 1,146 25,740 19,934 978 15,424 784 7,461 1,256 43 728 308 2 294' 48 752 295 185 21 156 251 9 103 9 238 346 63 147 521 Total ...... 4,441,082 ■ 10,843 8,204 ~79 SOlT 58 555 824,093 1,757,107 426,936 1,329,379 1,192 1,767 325 776 Total. -Ia-lbo-o.gh-Ne-SON Marlborough-Nelsou District. District. 29 13 238 140 ... 91 289 1,036 827 192 498 23 133 150 50 87 4 59 17 6 12 8 45 60 6 46 8 17 56 ... 15 2 16 1 ■■■ 223,999 L ...... 33,349 98,370 18,822 68,273 196 411 210 193 Waimea. Waimea 28 35 2 16 1 10 ...... 2 Collingwood ... -■•■ 47,750 2 ... 15 ...... 151 3 ... 13 24 33 ...... i 5 21 - 7,257 19,577 4,200 16,050 ... 304 ...... Collingwood. ■■• 3 5 4 ■■■ •■- ■* Buller ... 2,246 3 ...... 13 209 1,378 110 506 ... 5 ... 6 Boiler. 11 ...... 23 ...... 50 ...... 7 1 ...... 18 Ore- U 905 ... 2 ...... 2,250 5,506 698 2,641 400 300 ...... Grey. 26,943 2 ...... 1 ...... ■-■ 128 ...... 9 ...... 2 -...... 3 ...... is 4,041 7,928 4,229 1,600 Inangahua - ... * ...... 2,959 5,826 ... 200 loan»ahua. ... 3 ... 64 9 ,.. 10 1 .» 2. ■■■ ■■■ 16,075...... 28 2,545 2,363 3,415 Westland - '" ...... 7,346 30 240 Westland. ,., 17 734 10 438 42 37 2 2 90 45 32 - - ...... Sound. •■ 145,726 45 ...... „ ...... 18,580 67,082 5,664 Sounds...... 1,188 ,,. 149 47,726 878 3,143 159 1,000 of) ■■• 162,292 50 1,908 3,478 ... 11 860 443 339 8 229 314 108 ... 258 ...... 1 281 10 4 ...... - ...... '" Z. 74,875 6,653 42,522 Marlborough (part .... 24.019 82,319 95,400 102,735 24,130 Marlborough (part of). ... ~ 1,188 1,878 583 430 342 1,186 192 656 47 494 150 50 87 9 465 72 6 48 10 211 60 6 46 8 47 56 92,250 282,062 Total ... ■■■ 936,936 53 1,987 3,478 ... 56 ... 2,074 ... 16 7 109 Z I 41,469 226,756 101,133 108,738 24,499 43,921 Total, Cante-bory-Kaieou-a Canterbury-Kaikoura District. District. of) ... 5 327 4.9 98 301 ... 13 ...... 25 ...... 58 3,556 13,766 Marlborough (part 53,145 ,., ... " "' '" 4,731 3,209 8,280 10,702 2,600 5,025 Marlborough (part of). 566 210 380 4 546 82 110 10 65 83 35 146 ... 99 ...... 1 1,420 84 13 65 ... 15 ...... 12 ... 8 ■• ■•• 188,575 30 -'54 Z. 8 50 30,186 6,146 42,330 37,931 38,053 8,221 12,604 Kaikoura. Kaikoura 186 158 76 185 ... 75 47 76 1,269 154 143 6 293 228 190 74 a 9.801 Amnri 413,281 99 1,545 723 88 378 6 134 ...... 30 ... 6 1 ...... " Sfl 35,367 59,021 14,435 58,116 75,653 108,792 19,300 36,343 Amuri. 16 319 317 73 150 186 ...... 2 ...... 120 ...... :. 3 787 241 25 156 ... 153 ...... 26 60 61,209 5,986 40,169 J5,880 4,760 6,473 Che.iot 182,697 ... " 816 "' " 15,644 29,942 Cheviot. ... 794,933 4,2 804 1,166 297 555 72 518 443 ... 371 3 254 67 ... 62 88 941 307 148 249 288 2,654 2,484 110 1,882 25 546 48 185 3 124 3 352 41 80,279 283,939 37,291. 189,325 40,830 100,647 13,124 24,541 Ashley. Ashley ... 979 281 130 95 1 109 28 988 700 387 12 119 ...... 21 -■■ 272,333 1 50 5 ...... 190 24,859 136,272 14,083 88,042 290 3,368 307 i,016 Akaroa. Akaroa ... 1,325 1,431 2,237 623 604 '" '" ... 652,958 105 1 405 2,276 711 1,618 52 774 ... 10 122 207 ... 116 99 956 1,232 ... 396 138 1,759 3,640 14 794 105 552 44 369 811 27 '683 70 69 4"> "22 60,881 187,061 27,975 101,630 78,367 112,646 20,951 38,724 Selwyn. Selwjn ... 13 2 163 40 83 15 733 192 138 102 5 893 52 1,301 1,702 ... 1,198 2 101 ■■■ 1,792 1,981 2,088 2,144 1,176 Ashburton ... 727,469 ti 790 148 39 429 ...... 1 '10 588 711 103 451 80,465 207,068 41,608 151,324 42,434 65,615 11,277 18,486 Ashburton. 72 189 907 857 489 35 313 944 134 473 58 1,407 885 '". 85 570 88 1,925 1,830 45 1,294 16 124 316 1 231 1 36 76,730 ' Seraldine 639,827 7 817 337 30 ...... 9 2 17 80 253,558 43,878 154,159 19,562 47,935 10,606 18,568 Geraldine. 31 ■■• ■■■ ■■• ■■■ 410,872 U i 418 40 ... 231 ...... 3 513 205 ... 177 2 307 75 ... 50 ... 422 «■■ ...... 278 39,275 72,002 9,696 60,019 94,483 80,869 18,253 32,512 Mackenzie ... 97 180 ... ' Mackenzie. 1,491 1,050 663 32 .., 50 2,091 20 1,185 474 100 82 44 — ... 38 1 5 68,777 Waimate ... ■■ 574,295 24 994 548 127 301 56 ...... 1,976 . 1,185 ...... 653 ... 6 215,804 36,179 138,788 34,660 43,007 10,486 14,307 Waimate. 346 6,570 1,676 3,911 654 7,571 6,205 143 5,405 104 1,509 1,576 169 1,062 313 6,973 4,742 253 2,635 724 12,900 10,409 211 7,139 234 3,572 3,576 154' 2,406 51 764 811 27 687 89 753 153 680 496,818 Total ...... 4,910,385 8,723 M18 " 1,599,329 240,833 1,032,182 450,801 653,640 119,885 208,599 Total. Otago District. Otago District. 1,272 188 687 772 3,779 32 225 80 1, 111 2,811 230 1,601 28 766 742 445 394 70 224 1,720 396 1,096 ...... 125,858 75,513 68,654 18,574 Waitaki ... ■•■ 507,347 193 1 977 2,710 549 4,728 1,550 ... 1,150 1,601 ...... 23 378 150 126 52,479 29,821 69.843 34,402 Waitaki. ■» ... 97_! 337 43 4 ...... 6 327 350 193 4 872 100 2 241 100 104 4 ... 2 ■■■ 328,704 37 1,900 1,751 ...... 46 33 16 51 41,975 82,425 19,339 59,725 10,019 14,735 Maniototo ... - 3 - - - 43,910 49,081 Maniototo. 315,312 14 1,950 1,115 173 558 .. 6 ...... 10 204 125 ... 45 ... 312 152 ... 81 ... 105 8 ...... , ...... 1 ...... 47 10,143 20,410 7,894- 18,033 98,356 95,702 23,542 36,323 Tineent 25 -. 'Vincent. Lake 164,746 752 30 10 ...... 1 161 54 30 40 ... 120 ...... " ...... 7 .» 2 ...... 173 13,704 15,673 7,195 13,219 51,519 42,147 6.822 13,062 Lake. .- 5 ■•■ ■•■ •■■ ••■ .-■ Waihemo 128,319 89 ...... 27 ...... 4 181 131 ... 97 11 709 422 40 197 3 128 25 - - ...... 20 21,599 53,659 13,609 23,785 1,962 0,750 1,348 518 Waihemo. 1 18 10 ... 5 ... 93 3 537 105 30 1 17 22 ...... 39,325 1,951 5,587 Waikouaiti ... ■■■ 85,806 98 ...... 17 ...... 46 0,781 7,774 19,769 237 396 Waikouaiti. 9,227 1 ...... 7 121 195 ... 112 ... 5 25 10 ... 1 ...... 1 264 6,317 1,919 92 Penin.ula " 30 43 15 157 ...... Peninsula. Taieri 223,384 10 372 200 51 113 2 8 ...... 32 711 736 71 510 24 784 1,064 148 516 2 30 140 ...... 23 88 130 25 124 51,791 79,555 19,548 41,721 12,477 7,547 963 3,690 Taieri. 175,318 1 86 37 16 18 ...... ,., 9 366 406 ... 218 41 602 1,366 254 1,087 2 102 37 45 1 12 215 ... 80 ... l 24 41,545 64,052 21,540 40,538 946 1,279 332 60 Bruce. Bruce 70 77 I 10 10 8 3 Clutha 302,251 15 222 734 71 474 2 197 131 1,354 3,250 390 2,317 81 790 2,401 127 1,657 ,., 56 ...... 101 43.020 128,654 26,803 81,207 1,994 3,814 1,067 1,146 Clutha. Tuapeka 392,913 7 551 274 1*3 214 6 274 38 50 67 6 761 243 ... 412 23 959 518 120 386 3 252 18 ... 8 ...... ,...... i63 62,163 116,245 28,129 68,446 48,021 35,248 6,749 22,426 Tuapeka. 100 705 44 '"" 52 20 232 627 20 330 22 Southland 877,522 249 1> 80 525 1,060 3,493 2,410 951 1,615 127 2,195 2,928 445 2,273 ! ! ... 689 40 ...... 520 157,393 391,628 £6,096 225,621 8,986 14,215 1,113 703 Southland. 2,018 1,241 69 450,607 1 292 120 660 8959 452 350 99 2,082 2,979 369 1,775 38 823 1,236 84 776 2 169 50 1 ■■ 18 16 101 958 2,023 '500 "453 82,259 188,893 33,215 107,985 6,838 9,432 2,035 Wallace... •...... - ...... 106 Wallace. Total 3,961,459 278 7,610 7,195 1,314 5,088 368 2,265 7,989 1,272 5,867 320 9,959 12,234 1,811 8,372 439 9,935 13,298 1,448 8,716 43 2,567 1,142 445 643 93 682 2,582 424 1,525 ... 60 ...... 14_T 541 754* 588,116 1,312,694 271,120 777,481 346,803 342,548 70,872 129,496 Total. Total in the colony ... 19,673,725 1,057 21,391 19,322 3,223 11,897 3,233 75,151 66,500 3,842 49,598 1,777 30,493 32,818 3,428 23,043 857 19,019 18,943 1,773 12,000 904 18,394 13,362 662 8,593 486 5,265 8,081 823 5,225 76 1,194 1,243 90 870 362 8,007 4,678 757 2^67-T 3,950,049 7,075,519 1,353,523 5,013,260 968,187 1,204,546 229,660 397,416 Total in the colony. 2—H. 23.

7 H.—23 of Chief Stock, Eegis- Stock, Stock, Inspector of of of and Inspector Stock, Stock, him. Chief Wellington. of Inspector of Inspector Officer, by Chief Wellington. Wellington. charge. Inspector of held Inspector Inspector 3. Assistant in Whangarei, Address colony.Dunedin, M.E.C.V.S., M.E.C.V.8., Brands, Brands. Hamilton,Brands. Tauranga,Brands. D.,'Wellington, E., of and of Auckland, of Appointments of the A., A..M.E.C.V.S., J., Auckland, David, J. F., Brands. H. for J. C. E., David, Name T. Stock. Archibald, Eegistrar Eegistrar of Eegistrar Eegistrar Stock of Fleming, Schaw, trar Eoss, Collett, [ Eitchie, Fraser, Gilruth,Park,Eeakes, Clifton, I[L I 1 of Sheep. 24,2935,195 36,019 12,648 74,724 46,329 51,787 16,772 37,689 3,17091,287 12,7566,422 3,706 74,948 65,448 40,701 184,516 43,942 10,7875,63749,739 Number - 9 Total Sheep 12927 12879 404 251 15946 16623 361 50 26 111 117 11263 74 42 24 167 Owners of 5 1 2 1898. ga'| o i 3 April, T-H |-a D. 2. 30th owning o,_,Is 1 '2 1 1 1 2 the Sheep OlO "3 On 1 4 1 2 12 6 2 1 2 of 2 2 3 6 4 1 4 2 2 5 9 1 7 6 5

SiO'OO 9 9 5 3 1 13 9 7 3 3 Owners 3 1 8 3 16 29 19 16 14 riO 10 29 5 115 4 28 33 25 11 18 9 3 27 HO 21 10 18 12 104 59 49 117 94|27| 17 33 18 2 J 56|74 24 39 29 17 ,O 104 1696 64 282 180 131 209 118

Counties. in 1. Kawhia... Eotorua Districts Subdivision ... and Subdivision and Sheep DISTBICT— Islands Subdivision Stibdivision TaupoPflenty Taupo of Subdivision ... Islands Subdivision of ofMongonui Hokianga Eodney Whangarei EaglanWaipa... Tauranga Whangaroa Bay Otamatea Hobson Eden Manukau Thames Ohinemuri Waikato Piako Taupo West Bay East AUCKLAND Bay Marsden Auckland Waitemata Coromandel Waikato Whakatane 3—H. 23 — — — — ... — — H.—23 8 Stock, Registrar Re- Stock. Stock, Stock, of of Stock,. of Stock, of Stock. of of of and of Inspector Inspector Stock. him. charge.Stock, of charge. of by of Inspector Inspector North, in Inspector Officer, Inspector in Inspector charge. Inspector charge. of held Inspector Wellington, Inspector 3. Brands,Inspector Hastings, in Brands, Brands. in Napier, Wanganui, Wanganui. of of Masterton, Address of R., Woodville, Hawera, Gisborne, Brands, Palmerston John, H., Brands, Carterton, K., Brands. K., and Appointments Napier, W. E., of J., C,Brands. of G. of G., H., of James, A. A. G.Registrar Registrar Name Walter,Registrar F. F. Brands. gistrar Registrar Registrar H. Stock, Stock, Registrar Chief of Thomson, Harvey, [Orbell, Blundell, Wayne, [ [Drummond, Oldham, j Blundell, i j Miller, I (Hull, JRutherfurd, I Jenkinson, *

of 693 Sheep. 810,961 19,355 528,345 714,693756,654 99,973 22,537 28,349 62,047 151,682222,365 170,843291,372 511,245 366,676 258,078 102,215,826 177,455 223,598 597,533857,311 181,472 Number 286,311 1,309,056 9,864,945 Total Sheep. 104385 31 287 277 447 195 38 69 122 78 208 239 149 327 384 456 341 211 164 257 293 302 615 305 Owners of 8,852 1898.

4 1 2 8 5 1 5 4 8 4 5

7 2 7 4 11 4 8 11 2 13 11 ... 4 1 2 16 3 8 6 3 2 2 1 2 10 1 2 2 10 6 4 9 8 4 5 4 7 7 3 5 5 31 15 15 23 20 11 22 8 2 3 23 19 15 1 1757 33 48 64 60 25 28 86 17 4 4 52 23 15 3 16 104 23 98 104 73 1441 17841 8 15 84 66 32 7 48 179 45 218 136 168 21 77 458 119 39 35 64 561 107 123 29 131 29 509 67 533 333: 340 35 158 Grey and DISTBICT— Buller, Subdivisions DISTEICT— Bay, Awatere of) of) Golden and (part (part Motueka, Subdivision Blenheim, Subdivision Subdivision— Subdivision Collingwood Inangahua Marlborough Marlborough Selwyn Subdivision Nelson, Subdivisions- Waimea Buller Grey Westland Westland Picton, Sounds Kaikoura Amuri Northern Cheviot Ashley Christchurch Akaroa Ashburton Ashburton Timaru GeraldineMackenzie Waimate MAELBOEOUGH-NELSON — ...... * — — €ANTEBBUBY-KAIKOUEA — — — H.—23 10 Stock, Regis- Registrar Stock. Registrar Stock, of of and Stock, Stock. of Stock. Stock. Stock. Stock. of Stock, of Stock, of of him. of of Inspector Stock. by Inspector Inspector of Officeb, of Stock. of of of held Inspector Inspector InspectorInspector 3. Dunedin, Brands. Inspector Inspector Inspector Inspector Invercargill, Inspector Address of Naseby, Palmerston, Inspector Bluff, B., Oamaru, Clyde, Outram, Balclutha, T.,Brands. Gore,Biverton, W., and Appointments I., of J. S., G. A., J. Registrar C, R. A., James, Milton, S. L.,Lawrence, A., Brands. J. J. J. Name J. J. H. of Brands. R., A.,Brands. Registrar E. Thomson, Chief Miller, trar Gossage,Ironside, of [Duncan, Nichol,Bree, Nichol, Bruce, Mills, of Turner, Field, Easfcon,Raymond, of Sheep. 507,347 328,704 315,312 164,746 128,31985,806 223,384 175,318 9,227 302,254 392,913 877,522450,607 Number 9,808,780 [19,673,725 Total Sheep. 375 245 131 92 14991 199245 20 440 328 1,248437 9,870 Owners of 18,722 1898. 6 5 6 1 2 2 3 4 2 78 144 Apbil, go°° 7 1 1 6 1 1 1 1 2 6 8 8 123 231 2. continued. 30th HO 4 1 2 1 2 1 3 1 4 5 61 119 owning 3 5 1 2 6 3 2 1 9 2 D— the HO ... 93 |222 On Sheep Hβ 7 7 2 8 9 2 6 5 6 5 9 11 j233 of 9 1 614 iHO 24 17 13 25 10 25 21 25 38 10544 783 . 1798; Owners 41 48 17 13 13 13 32 46 2 73 53 210 60 1306 2708 o 89 91 37 11 43 15 37 89 98 o 140 375 159 2522 4710 1941 70 55 42 56 48 88 79 12 187 123 524 146 4671 8176 Counties. Island in South Colony 1. in in Districts Subdivision Total Total Sheep Subdivision Subdivision Subdivision Subdivision Subdivision— DISTRICT— Waitaki tan Vincent Lake Waihemo Taieri Bruce Chalmers TapanuiClutha Tuapeka Wallace OTAGO Oamaru Duns Maniototo Dunedin "Waikouaiti Port Peninsula Southland Southland — — — — ... — — '* 11 H.—23.

AUCKLAND DISTRICT. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. of Sheepowners and of the Number of No. of Sheep on RETURNSheep and Lambs in each county on the 30th April 30, April 30,3 April, 1897, and 30th April, 1898. 1897. 1898. No. of Sheepon Matthews, Mrs. E. B.,Lynwood Farm, Kaitaia 175 200 May, J.. Fairburns 64 79 April 30, April 30 Kaitaia 60 1897. 1898. Merton, C. J., Rangitiki, 30 Moa Heta, Rangiawhia, Taipa 55 66 Muir, Alfred, Takahue 88 MANGONUT COUNTY Ngarama Temaru, Pukepoto 70 (In Bay ofIslands Subdivision). Nopera and Karipe, Victoria Valley 60 6o AdamBon, R. J ,Taipa 286 347 Overington, S., Mangonui 74 159 Aldinger, A., Peria 47 28 Oxnam, S., Roseworthy, Fairburns 123 '5 2 Aperhama Wi Tanga, Taimaro, Mangonui ... 100 5° Panther, A. B., Waimamaku, Victoria Valley 123 '35 Atama te Hara, Mangonui 84 106 Panther, A. E., Victoria Valley 252 192 Atkinson, G. R., Awanui N. 93 96 Panther, H. A., Victoria Valley 27 3' Bedggood, J. H., Kaitaia 3' 62 Paton, J., Oampsie, Victoria Valley 118 114 Bergham, E., Tauroa Reef Point, Ahipara ... '93 385 Pepi, J., Oruaiti Farm, Mangonui 200 232 Bergham, Thomas, Cooper's Creek, Mangonui 120 15° Puckey, C. I., Woodville, Kaitaia 160 93 Blythe, W. H., Blythsdale, Oruru 96 129 Puckey, R. H. M., Woodville, Kaitaia 112 ■47 Bowman, John,Kaitaia 200 285 Puckey, W. G., Woodville, Kaitaia 63 43 Buckingham, N., Victoria Valley 247 194 Puhipi Te Paa, Pukepoto, Ahipara 176 184 Carr, S. H, Green Meadows, Kaitaia 7' 120 Raharuhi, Taipa 81 83 Coldicutt, Henry, Sunnie Dale, Peria 83 77 Raira, Henare, Kaitaia 40 5' Coulter, Thomas, Eairburns 132 15° Rapata Wiki, Taipa 29 Crene, P., jun., Wainui, Ahipara 4' 40 Reihana Hapa, Kanana, Mangonui 72 Curling, W. R., Herekino '7 '4 Rewiri Murupaenga, Parengarenga 500 500 Cuzner, Thos., Grove Farm, Mangonui 9' 81 Eeyland, G. T., Oruru 12 40 Dawson, James, Victoria Valley '5° '5° Rhodes, F., sen., Willow Bank Farm, Peria 133 ■55 Deney, J. P., Awanui N. 78 Nil Rhodes, Mrs. S. E , Peria 20 29 Dunn, R. H., Hill Farm, Kaitaia 12 9 Richards, G-., Awanui North 232 293 Edwards, Jefferson, Victoria Valley 220 280 Rogers, C., Parapara, Taipa 20 Nil Fisher, Isabella, Woodlands, Fairburns 117 166 Rose, W., Awanui North 76 Foley, Edmund, Bellevue, Kaitaia 126 120 Rupapera, Taipa 24 34 Ford, James, Herekino 40 Nil Shackleton, J. M., Fern Flat 7 1 70 Ford, J. A., Herekino 5' 54 Shannon, J. W., Okirimene, Kaitaia '39 "5° Ford, Robert, Herekino 20 36 Silva, Frank, Mangonui 7i 90 Foster, Cornelius, Bruce Farm, Mangonui ... 43 59 Silva, J., Oruru '95 210 Foster, George, " Goshen," Mangonui 70 70 Smith, D. J., St. Rollo, Kaitaia 123 Nil Foster, Jabez, Oruaiti, Mangonui 800 900 Smith, John, Hauhora, Mangonui 11 '7 Foster, J. and J., Mangonui 190 '95 Stanton, G. A., Brooksdale, Fairburns 3° 32 Foster, J.S. and G., Peachtree, Mangonui 370 400 Stanton, G-. L., Victoria Valley 111 Nil Foster, Stoonin, Oruaiti, Mangonui 68 65 Sturge A. J., Oniatai Farm, Mangonui 180 193 Frear, John, Mangonui 299 278 Subritzky, J. A., Awanui, Mangonui 94 9i Frear, Mrs. Annie, Omakukupa, Totara North 152 102 Switzer, Jas., Victoria Valley 80 70 Garton, John, Mangonui 700 146 Switzer, R., Fairburns 82 102 Garton, W., jun., Mangonui 400 495 Tapuna, Waimuana, Mangonui 233 3*0 Hancox, George, Fern Flat, Peria 36 4' Taylor, Jacob, Summerdale, Mangonui 100 •43 Hare Huru, Ahipara 55 70 Thomas, F. C., Francis Farm, Oruru 200 197 Harris, Thomas, Mount Pleasant, Fairburns 4' 59 Thomas, G., Waikanga, Mangonui 1008 900 Hehi, Ngaputu, Te Puriri, Kaitaia 78 69 Thomas, Henry, Mangonui 140 100 Henare Aperahama, Ahipara ■ ... 35 38 Thompson, W.If., and Son, Alumbaugh, Vic- 230 374 Henderson, R., Haupapanui, Mangonui '34 118 toria Valley Herepete Rapihana, Kaitaia 7° Nil Tracey, Francis, Deepdale, Victoria Valley... '57 177 Hindson, William, Fairburns 67 5° Tracey, Geo., Lagoon Flat, Victoria Valley... 25 3° Hollis, G. E., Grassmere, Kaitaia 252 264 Trott, Mrs. M. A., Brookside, Fairburns 119 190 Holmes, J. E., Mangonui 294 250 Wallace, A. Fairburns 27 Nil Hoskins, William, Peria 73 67 Wells, Jno, Kaitaia 3' 85 Houston, T. S., Westbury, Ahipara 386 663 Wells, William, jun, Mangonui 97 83 Huirama tu Kariri, Kanana, Mangonui 172 '5' White, C. H., Victoria Valley 120 '5° Jacentho, J., Kaeo 400 Nil White, F., Victoria Valley "5 140 Jameson, Geo., Fern Flat, Peria 5° Nil Whitehead, Thomas, Fairburns 166 '95 Joe Ngatoto, Taipa 39 60 Wi Kurukuru, Parengarenga 348 260 Johnes, Jno.,Takahue 20 Nil Wilkinson, George, Oruru, Mangonui 342 292 JohnBton, G., Kaitaia 60 Wilkinson, William, Mangonui '44 166 King, Henry, Peria 82 97 Williams, R., Oruru 141 Nil Kirby, J. S., Homedale, Victoria Valley 46 41 Williamson, Isaac, The Kumi, Awanui North 76 206 Kitchen, Edward, Victoria Valley 37 36 Wiremu Hoani Tana and Company, Taipa ... 190 180 Kitchen, George, Victoria Valley 53 76 Yates, S., North Cape, Parengarenga 4869 4997 Kitchen, J. W., Pukekohe, Victoria Valley... 34 43 Kitchen, Mary, Sunnyside, Victoria Valley... 80 92 23,829 24.293 Kitchen, Philip, Kohimaru, Mangonui 49 52 Lambly, J. W., The Pines, Oruru 57 52 WHANGAROA COUNTY Larmer Brothers, Elveden, Kaitaia "5 95 (In Bay of Islands Subdivision). Lawrence, J. F., Pah Farm, Kaitaia 66 81 Awhirangi, Whangaroa 8S no Lomba, James, Summerdale, Oruru ... '3 49 Begg, John, Tauranga, Whangaroa 271 252 Mangham, Thomas, Victoria Valley 282 277 Bell, G. A., Iwitaua, Whangaroa 86 96 Maria, N., Waitarau, Mangonui 127 '37 Bramley, Ada, Totara N. 210 Takahue •58 Martin, A., 82 Nil Bramley, Grace, Pine Grove, Kaeo 12 9 Martin Paikoi, Taipa 67 82 Bramley, Jno.,Kaeo 44 45 Masters Brothers, Pukepoto, Mangonui S. 380 39° Bramley, S., Kaeo 263 200 Masters, E. S., Kaitaia 96 98 Brighouse, Sarah, Dovedale, Kaeo Nil Masters, H. Pukepoto, Mangonui 4 S., '4 19 Goulton, B., Poka, Kaeo 73 32 Matthew Pukeroa, Ahipara 3° 56 Hare, Samuel, Kaeo 26 Matthews Brothers, Aurere, Taipa 3° 400 432 Hayes, D. D., Kaeo 132 223 Matthews, F. H. S., Kaitaia 188 194 Hayes, T. S., Kaeo 182 280 Matthews, H. B., Bienville Farm, Kaitaia ... 332 379 Hayes, Win, Whangaroa 35° 4°3 Matthews, L. V., Woodland, Kaitaia 33 60 Hemi Turi, Towai Whangaroa '3 Nil H.—23. 12

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on I No. of Sheep on April30, April30, tApril 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. i 1897. 1898.

Hows, George N. T., Kaeo 8o 96 Hori Hereone, Whangaruru 20 Hows, J. T. A., Waitapu, Whangaroa 100 88 Hori Hakarai, Orokama, Bussell , ... 100 180 Lane and Brown, St. Peters, Totara N. 121 "3 Hori Keretene, Kawakawa 96 97 Leslie, Mrs. Cecilia, Waiau, Otoroa 344 4°5 Hori Wehiwelii, Whangaruru 1OO Mita Hape, Kaeo 100 Nil Howe, Mrs. Annie, Kussell (Paroa) 187 189 Murray, Mrs. M. A., Woodside, Kaeo 400 3°o Huka Tamihana, Whangaruru 77 Paroa Hapiata, Matauri, Otoroa 18 20 Hura Whatonga, Kawakawa '25 130 Paora Kiri, Whangaroa 96 Irving, J. H., Ruapekapeka, Kawakawa 96 79 Penny, Sarah, Kaeo 100 Nil Johnson, Mrs. A., Scoria Flat, Kawakawa ... 37 62 Shepherd, A. B., Kaeo 300 395 Kemp, {'. B. D., Kerikeri 2469 3221 Shepherd, C. P., Kaeo 18 26 Kemp, Henry, Waikare 54 81 Shepherd, H. G-., Whangaroa 906 886 Kereama Hoori, Waikare 4' 63 Shepherd, H. G. S., Whangaroa 130 250 Kerema Tauehe, Ngawha 5 2 80 Shepherd, Isaac, TJpokorau, Kaeo 170 200 Koriana W. Poutu, Waihaha 70 70 Shepherd, J. G., Whangaroa 392 3'i Lane, D. G., Woodlands, Waihaha ■54 l64 Shepherd, T. W., Whangaroa 85 95 Lane, Henry, Opua 200 112 Tamati Hoori, Otoroa 24 Lemon, A., Kauri Hill, Kawakawa 300 70 Lewis, Chas., Okaihau 100 157 4,963 5.'9S Lewis a.Hi Wells, Finlayson's Flats, Okaihau 240 334 BAY OF ISLANDS COUNTY Lloydd Brothers, Opuawhanga 171 Nil (In Bay of Islands Subdivision). Louis, Te Haara, Ngawha 62 64 Aickin, Arthur, Ohaeawai 990 981 Ludbrook, H. S., Pouerua, Ohaeawai 2900 2930 Anderson, W., Russell 48 72 Ludbrook, S. B. (Bst. of), Tupetupe, Ohaeawai 2390 2578 ArihiRemana Kinikini, Ngawhitu, Ohaeawai 250 Nil Makoare Tao, Waikare, Kawakawa 20 '9 Armstrong, Jane, Kawakawa 3° 63 Marara Pita, Parutahi 78 Ashby, John, Kawakawa 295 399 Masefield Brothers, Russell 255 252 Barnes, Charles, Roseburn, Waimate S. 3° 96 McAlester, P. and W., Russell 600 59 6 Bedggood, H. F., Roseburn, Waimate N. ... 52 Nil Miti Kaki, Towai 80 130 Bedggood, Mrs. E. M..,Springbank, Kerikeri 33O 362 Mohi Eekitini, Ngawha 134 162 Bedggood, W. H., Waiuri, Waimate N. 188 192 More Kaire, Te Ahuahu 70 Bindon, H., The Moorings, Okaihau 400 45° Morgan, Albert, Kawakawa 74 9> Brewer, J., Kawakawa 25 35 Morrow, R., Euapekapeka 32 36 Brown, G. S., Wahapu, Russell 93 Mouldy, H., Kawakawa 42 77 Busby, —, Russell 998 1096 Mountain, George, Purerua, Russell 1000 1163 Cairns, William, Opua 6 Nau Paraone, Kawakawa 50 76 Chappell, Joseph, Ferndale, Waimate N. ... 188 242 Nelson, J. W., Euapekapeka 12 12 Choat, J. F., Russell 35° 400 Netana, H. Matenga, Hariru te Ahuahu 23 30 Clark, Wm., Kerikeri 135 '5» Ngahiwi Parangi, Ngawhitu, Ohaeawai 85 170 Clarke, Henry, Waimate N. 308 310 Ngakete Hapeta, Eangiabua 250 400 Clarke, J. B., Grove Farm, Waimate N. 955 952 Ngawati, Hone P., Eussell '59 190 Clarke, W. H., Prospect Farm, Waimate N. 190 192 Ngere, Geo., Parutahe 67 75 Close, James, Ngaheia, Ohaeawai 1481 9>3 Nixon, E. E., Okaihau 400 394 Cook, H., Opua 15 n Noa Pakaraka, Whangaruru 89 127 Cross, Chas., Opua 18 18 Noy, James, Scoria Flat,'Kawakawa 197 265 Cross, H., Hume, Russell 9[ 100 O'Callaghan, Thos., Kawakawa ?,?, 28 Dawson, Hartley, Kawakawa 65 27 O'Donoghue, Michael, Towai 38 54 Dodds, Thomas, Kawakawa 93 93 Owens, James, Euapekapeka, Kawakawa ... 16 3° Earl, W. (Estate of), Te Ahuahu 829 600 Parsons, W. F. L. S. A., Kawakawa 130 140 Edmonds, F., GammonFlat, Kerikeri 50 Nil Paru, Charlie, Paroa, Euseell 44 68 Edmonds, J. T., Otahau, Kerikeri 182 129 Pera Ngawati, Te Parekura, Russell 190 Edmonds, J. T., Ngawha 100 •5° Perepe Komene, Ohaewai 5° 68 Eruini Maihi, Kaikohe 7 1 Nil Poutu, Graham, Waikari 65 9 1 Eru Pou, Kaihohe 867 200 Press, John, Tarata, Kawakawa 236 354 Foster, Henry, Ngapipito, Kawakawa 90 97 Pringle, Thomas, Pa Tale, Euapekapeka 6 Fraser, H., Woodlands, Okaihau 166 183 Pukepuke Te Rawhiti, Eussell 130 180 Funke, G. W., Tapu e tahi, Russell 294 297 Rameka E. Waikerepuru, Ohaeawai 160 '45 Gould, G. and W., Mohikaikai,,Russell 26 '37 Eapata Ngatiwai, Whangaruru 86 98 Haami Pia, Kaikohe 68 Eigden, Jno.,The Willows, Opua 8 ■4 Hall,J. A. L., Kawakawa 600 650 Robinson, W., Kawakawa 70 Hall, Thos., Kawakawa 11 15 Rose, William, Kawakawa 68 70 Hansen, G., Tangitu, Russell 162 IS2 Rusk, William, Euapekapeka 12 16 Hapeta Pipi, Oruoru, Kaikohe 37 Tabuteau and May, Kawakawa 358 424 Hare Matenga, Te Ahuahu 9° 100 Tane, George, Oramahoe, Kawakawa '43 197 Hare Mohi, Otara, Parutahi 50 Nil Tau Piripo, Waipapa, Kerikeri 28 Nil Harnett, E., Towai 3° 45 Taylor, David, Kawakawa 17 !O Hedley, H., Rawera, Ruapekapeka "3 132 Te Oi Tamehana, Kopuru, Kawakawa 80 71 Henare Himi, Ohaeawai 230 164 Tia Toeke, Kopuru, Kawakawa 60 Nil Henare, Mange, Waikino, Waikare 48 3° Tolerton, G., Okaihau 10 Nil Hepite Titoha, Pakaraka 68 81 Wepiha Mita Hepe, Whangaruru 105 142 Here Hoterene, Mangakahia 170 188 Whaaka Hakuena, Motuthea, Eussell 91 162 Hewett, F. W., Waimate N. !5° 102 Williams, G. O., Pakaraka, Kawakawa 3482 Higginson, J., Kawakawa '45 230 Williams, Horace, Eussell "156 250 Hingston, F. V., Motupipi Run, Russell 72 7i Wi Parata, Oromahoe, Kawakawa 83 Nil Hirini, W. Katene, Te Ahuahu 818 900 Wi Paru, Waimate N. 126 ■75 Hislop, A. and W., Sunnyside, Ruapekapeka 120 '35 Wiremu Ngawate, Kawakawa 168 239 Hodges, G. C, Swarraton, Waimate N. 560 54° Wynyard, ft., Karetu, Taumarere 92 114 Holt, H., Kerikeri 38 36 Yearbury, George, Hikurangi ■33 194 Hone Keretene, Kawakawa 260 180 Hone Mokena, Oruaru, Kaikohe 57 Nil 33.792 36,019 Hone Peti, Rangaunu, Waimate N. 244 200 HOKIANGA COUNTS' Hone Waipuna, Tautoro, Kaikohe 180 (In Bay of Islands Subdivision). Honi Hanna, Maunarawa, Kawakawa 200 245 Archibald, William, The Narrows,Bawene... 197 '93 Hopa Peha, Waihaha, Waikare '.. 24 Nil Baker, James, Herekino 5° 70 Ho Paraone, Kawakawa 100 'a0 Beasley, Edward, Omanaia 20 •4 13 H.—23.

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. I No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 80, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Beasley, George, Omanaia 37 33 Wiremu Waiti, Waima 65 6.S Birch, Luke, Taheke 200 200 Young, J. H., Herekino 80 9° Black, James, Newfleld, Broadwood i5 2 Bolton, C. F., Waione, Opononi '3r 148 ■1,383 12,648 Bowman, E. H., Kaitaia 86 82 Brown, William, Kohukohu 74 92 RODNEY COUNTY Bryers, J. J. and S., Rangitaika, Eawene ... 209 2 59 (In Marsden Subdivision). Burr, W., Omanaia 300 294 Aleock, W., Okupu, Great Barrier 745 691 Chapman, T., Oak Grove, Kohukohu 23 Aldworth, E., Tauhoa 32 49 Cook, A. H., Orira, Kohukohu 196 183 Allan, J. J., Wellsford 181 '95 Corfield, A., Waimamaku 117 141 Anderson, Ishmael, Matakana 171 190 Craig, Robert, Herekino 20 26 Anderson, J. H., Komokoriki 28 Kill Cunningham, E. A., Taheke 77 Nil Anderson, J. and J., CloTeryard, Matakana,.. 263 290 Dangen, Henry, Rangiahua '5° 200 Anderson, N. G-., Matakana TJtakura 74 99 Davison, W. C, 25 38 Armitage, William, Wellsford 24 12 Dixon, Mrs. M. A., Dixon's Point, Bawene... 21 30 Armour, Janet,The Retreat, Matakana 25 54 Eynon, D., Kohukohu 92 112 Armour, John, Broomland, Matakana 95 98 Ferguson, J. J., Ringwood Run, Whirinaki... 93 96 Armstrong, H., Komokoriki 270 283 Foster, George, Fosterdale, Broadwood 80 Nil Ashton, George, Leigh 60 95 Geddes, James, Herekino 48 62 Ashton, J. T., Leigh 45 43 Gower, J.,TJtakura 199 181 Ashton, S. C, Leigh Kohukohu 43 45 Halliwell, George, Bankfleld, "5 87 Ashton, T. F., Leigh 60 95 Hanare, Mrs. Hapeta, Rangiahua '75 250 Bailey, Robert, Tryphena 222 Hardiman, 169 G., Waitapu 256 203 Baldock, E., Mount Pleasant, Wharehine ... 41 49 ... 11 Harris, George, Mount Farm, Broadwood Barker, George, Warkworth 34 35 Harrison, J. (Executors of), Takitaki, 94 ■53 Barker, W. P., Fernbrook, Puhoi 343 400 Kohukohu Barkley, John, Rose Cottage, Te Arai 76 Hawkings, E. J., Wekaweka, Taheke 97 »79 Barry, Thomas, Te Arai 16 Nil Reginald, Waitapu Hawkins, Karaka, 65 66 Bayer, John, Puhoi 95 Hawkins, S. and B., Kohukohu 98 Bear, Daking, Warkworth Mitimiti 98 132 [09 Henepere Te Tipene, Orongotea, ... 241 184 Becher, Anna, Puhoi 2 218 Joseph, ■5 Herbert, Rawene 83 91 Becher, Thomas, Puhoi 83 9-' Herewini Te Toko, Opononi 49 9i Belcher, George, Hoteo North 100 97 Hohaia Atama, Mitimiti 208 223 Berger, J., Puhoi 93 96 Hohepa Katete, Waima 65 Billing, William, Puhoi n 9t Hood, E., Seabrook, Maunganui Bluff 53 70 Birdsall, John,Rose Valley, Leigh 96 170 Hori Hare, Rangiahua 250 290 Birdeall, W. D., Leigh 29 Hori Karaka, Kohukohu 39 5° Nil Blackburn, B., Wharehine 43 Jarvie, W. N., Kawerua 322 600 Blackwell, G., Tryphena Nil Johnson, E. C, Taheke 150 88 92 Blair, John, Tryphena '34 ■54 Keane, Mrs., Whangape Heads, Waitapu ... 83 83 Blair, James, Woodthorpe, Warkworth 7" 95 Keay, W. R., Sedgeley, Herekino 252 200 Blair, Mathew, Port Fitzroy Kendall, A., Mitimiti 77 98 220 300 Boldero, E. A., Mangawai ■oi 100 Lawrence, F. J.,Monavale Farm, Herekino ... 43 Nil Boldero, F. H., Meadow Vale, Mangawai ... 94 96 Leask, H. &., Oue 8i 78 Boldero, G. T., Bridge Brook, Mangawai ... 85 78 Makare Tawhai, Waima 56 Boldero, J. G., Mangawai 34 Mann, J.,Rawene 4' 24 Nil Boldero, O. H., Mangawai 100 3° Mardon, C. N. B., Newfield, Broadwood ... 200 172 Boler, A. S., Frithwood, Tauhoa 95 140 Melntyre, John, Umawera 57 57 Bond, J. H., Matakana 53 47 MeKenzic, R. P., Herekino 300 400 Boot, George, jun., Wellsford 71 McLoskv, A. M., Branxholme, Rawene '43 Nil Booth, J. C, Port, Albert Meta Whirinaki '74 183 Morunga, 76 Bowman, G. A., Bowman's Flat, Warkworth 2 5 36 Millar, T. L., Rawene 87 148 Boyer, H. J., Waiwera 198 Nil Mita Puku, Whangape 100 Braithwaite, J., Matakana 65 70 Moka Kaio, Mangamuka 93 i°5 Breese, J. T., Kaipara Flats Rawene 685 75° Noake, M., Onoke, 55' 547 Britton, A. H., Hilly Farm, Matakana 10 Taheke '5 Olson, H., 60 Nil Brookes, Edwin, jun., Wharehine 93 "3 Pari Karaka, Utakura 31 Brown, F. W., Matakana 228 Mitimiti 339 Pauro Wharerua, 50 Brown, Henry, Millbrook, Pakiri 261 322 Pero R. Smith and Co., Kohukohu 200 197 Brown, John, Te Arai A. Graydale, Oue 475 54° Phillips, R., 96 208 Brown, Mrs. Eliza, Wellsford 160 197 Pire Teira, Omanaia 26 Brown, Mrs. W., Leigh 61 Herekino ■5° Powell, A. 0., 90 102 Brown, R., Tara, Mangawai 10 12 Mangamuka Puhi Otene, 70 40 Buchanan, J.,Harbour View, LowerMatakana 180 191 Rakena Pou, Rangiahua 222 190 Buekton, J. I., Tauhoa 200 Waima 196 Raniera Wharerau, 500 Nil Buckton, J. I., jun., Tauhoa 160 190 Rapata Riwhi, Whirinaki '7 Buekton, R. and M., Mangakura Mitimiti 38 73 63 Remo Pene, 327 Burdett, J., Tauhoa 200 Nil Schrader, C, Carlton Ferry, Kohukohu 53 72 Burns, G. A., Burnside, Puhoi Smith, Charles, Herekino 300 400 87 80 Came, J.,Drayton, Matakana 436 411 Tari te Raroa, Whangape 80 Came, J. T., jun., Matakana H obert, Herekino '3° 123 Taylor, 46 40 Came, M. V., Woodlands, Matakana 88 120 W. and J., Omapere Toi, 689 766 Cameron, J.,Te Puni, Kaiwaka 41 99 Tone lhaia, Whangape 70 Campbell, A., Parkhouae, Matakana Arthur, Oro 191 193 Tucker, Oro, Waimamaku 116 7' Carlson, Frederick, Wayby 3° 70 Tuoru, George, Omapere 5° 47 Carran, D., Land of Goehen, Warkworth Tupukihi Kamira, Mitimiti ... 275 "95 73 7' Carrie, 1. G., Carriedell, Matakana 141 130 Vaughan, Joseph, Rangiahua 106 E2O Chamberlain, G., Warkworth Nil Webster, J., 29 Opononi, 5*4 642 Chandler, Mrs. J.,Chandlerslaid., Warkworth 2 Webster, W. A., Kohukohu 59 263 189 184 Christian, M., The Lagoon, Matakana 453 574 Welsford, Mrs. Janet,Rawene 38 7' Civil, H., Matakana 182 White, J. R, Taheke 239 .:. 5° 60 Clarke, C. S., Collingwood, Leigh 89 99 Wickstead, S. H., Rawene 20 Nil Clayden, James, Warkworth 230 Wiremu Karaka, Taheke 284 1070 1190 Cozens, W. and F., Rocky Nook, Okupu, ... 240 91 H.—23. 14

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. No. oi Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April30, IApril 30, April30,3< 1897. 1898. J 1897. 1898.

Cragg, C, Holmeswood, Warkworth 34 21 HudsoD, Josiah, Nga Totara, Kaipara Flats 180 191 Cramp, W. E., Hoteo North 6i Nil Hudson, S. B , Kaipara Flats 154 '75 Crawford, Archibald, Matakana 43 Hughes, Abraham, Kaipara Flats 252 229 Croker, Janet, Matakana 35 40 Hunt, A. T., Matakana 20 S8 Croker, S., jun., Sweethope, Matakana 374 392 Hunt, Ann, Baw Villa, Port Albert 98 140 Cruickshank Bros., Greenlaw, Matakana 1862 2000 Hunter, William. Warkworfch IS? 196 Cruickshank, D. J., Boeemount, Matakana... 24 '9 Inger, T., and Sons,Port Albert 142 132 28 Dainton, B. S., Port Fitzroy '57 202 Inger, T. E., Port Albert 24 Dale Brothers, Trevor Farm, Te Arai [20 94 Jackson, Jacob, Mangawai 31 Darrach, W. A, Te Kapa 440 564 Jaaiieson, Thomas, Te Kapa 21 14 Darrock, D. M., Omaha l6o Hβ Jenkins, T. O., Komokoriki 6l 99 Dawson, A. A., Glen Laurel, Warkworth ... f>5 85 Jennings, George, Te Arai 445 495 Dennis, G. C , Puhoi 51 18 Johnson, A. F., Tryphena no L 53 Dereeourt, J. G., Matakana 198 282 Johnson and Herd, Woodleigh, Hoteo North 59 1 582 Dibble, Christopher, Wayby 290 296 Johnson, C, Tauhoa 18 45 Dibble, Frank, Silver Hill North, Albertlaud 140 '54 Jones, Robert, Glorit 49 27 Dibble, G., Somerset Farm. Welleford 20 9' Jordan, J. B., and Sons, Warkworth 243 292 Dill, M. G., Atawanui, Kaipara Flats 122 249 Judd, C, Port Albert 128 161 Dudding, William, Parahaki, Port Albert ... 187 152 Judd, Thomas, Kauri Hall, Kaiwaka 290 295 Dunning, A., Leigh 155 138 Kaes, Martin, Puhoi 257 292 Dyer, P. 0., Pakiri 232 Nil Kempt, Alexander, Leigh 242 232 Edlington, A., Port Fitzroy 496 554 Kensington, H. de la P., Kaipara Flats 36 95 Edwards, John, Port Albert 400 300 Kewan, John, Leigh 56 5 1 Ellen, W. N., Komokoriki 97 89 Kino, Rewiti, Port Fitzroy, Great Barrier ... 99 .36 Bngelhardt, Mrs. Anna, Puhoi 16 24 Knaggs, George, Westland, Leigh 98 147 Eyre, Thomas, Mangawai 240 234 Knaggs, D. W., and R., Ti Point, Leigh ... 86 94 Farrand, George, North Albertland 244 238 Laing, Robert, Glorit 194 •75 Farrand, J. W., Mangakura 49 5 1 Lane, William, Sunnyside, Matakana 241 257 Farrand, W. B., Te Arai 227 222 Large, J. T., Prospect Bay, Lower Matakana 171 Nil Fenton, A., Matakana 100 Nil Lawrence, W. W., Lake View, Te Arai 54 58 Fenton, G. W. B., Matakana 97 Leach, J. E., Wayby 97 99 Fenton, W., Matakana 97 Nil Leeds, C. B., Matakana 422 438 Fishlock, Sidney, Te Arai 7 1 86 Legge, Levi, Tauhoa 252 290 Fithzum, Wenzl, Puhoi 143 202 Le Roy, E. G., Peach Grove, Port Fitzroy ... 97 95 Fletcher, Levi, Tauhoa 5' 6i Levet, Charles, jun., Hoteo North 258 277 Fletcher, Thomas, Brookdale Farm, Wellsford 138 Levet, Joseph, Hoteo North 268 277 124 126 Flinn, W. and P., Port Fitzroy 500 610 Levit, W., Wellsford .36 Fransham, John, Te Arai 112 100 Littin, A., Tauhoa 97 142 Frearson, W. F. and Son, Leigh 74 92 Logue, H. P., North Albertland 130 ■5° Gardner, 0., Glorit 619 808 Logue, James, North Albertland 120 100 Gardner, J., Glorit 400 394 Maeklow, Bros., Woodlands, Warkworth ... 383 463 GathereoleBros., Surprise Farm, Warkworth 238 280 McLeod, A. N., Whangapara, Great Barrier 180 Gathercole, M., Wayby 54 90 Malthus, C. S., Te Arai 81 80 Gibbs, James, Tauhoa 136 182 Marcroft, E., Drury Cottage, Wharehine ... 89 82 Gibbs, R., Hoteo North 178 197 Ma/sh, H., Wharehine 76 75 Goldsworthy,R., SeaViewFarm, MulletPoint 88 87 Martin, A. D., Warkworth 393 389 Goyar, James, Pakiri 225 247 Martin, E. D., Mullet Point 7° 97 Gozar, G., Te Arai '5' r6i Martin, Mrs. A., Takatu Point, Matakana ... 900 goo Grant, Alexander, Te Arai 70 108 Martin, J. D., Garieside, Warkworth 57 63 Grant, J. and R., Wayby 1488 1471 Martin, R. D., Mullet Point 95 93 Grant, Joseph, Port Albert 298 395 Mason, Henry, Puhoi 494 384 Grant, W. R., Riverdale, Wayby 500 4°3 Matheson, A., Leigh 94 119 GraTatt, A. J., Pakiri ■3' ■25 Matheson, J. G., Wellsford 100 102 Gray, Charles, Hoteo North 176 253 Matthews, J. E., Matakana 60 60 Gray, Mrs., Veronica, Puhoi 78 Nil Mawer, J. S., Port Albert '85 199 Green, C. V., Greenhurst, Tauhoa 96 121 McBurney, Thos., Matakana 85 93 Green, Henry, Matakana 40 Nil McKee, Samuel, Rose Cottage, Te Arai 7i Nil Greenwood, C. W., Lower Matakana 95 76 Medland, Thomas, Woolstone, Tryphena ... 225 223 Greenwood, John, sen., Hill Top, Leigh 54 59 Meiklejohn, A., Matakana 99 96 Greenwood, John, jun., Dovedale, Leigh ... 'S4 265 Meiklejohn, A. L., Coromandel 92 Nil Greenwood, Joseph, Sunny Brae, Leigh '59 •45 Meiklejohn, James, Roseville, Matakana 150 100 Greenwood, W., Spring Bank, Leigh 276 281 Meiklejohn, Mrs. Jane, Matakana 80 81 Gricc, T. M., Morningside, Wharehine 96 98 Meiklejohn, S., Fern Glen, Matakana 160 100 Grimmer, A. N., Hoteo Farm, Warkworth... '37 136 Melville and Morison, Kaipara Flats 61 80 Grimmer, Frank, Warkworth 99 95 Miller, J. Y., Miller's Dale, Warkworth ... 87 96 Grimmer, W., Brookdale, Warkworth 70 120 Milliken, James, Kaipara Flats '54 141 Gubb, B. M., Port Albert 52 33 Millon, Mrs. T. J., The Grange, Lower Mata- 283 291 Gubb, S. M., Port Albert 26 20 kana Gubb, T. A., Port Albert 9' 93 Moir, Mrs. Eliza, Puhoi 36 49 Hadwich, J. S., Omaha 80 95 Moor, J., and Son, Mohunga, Port Fitzroy ... 496 500 Hamilton, William, The Grange, Warkworth 5° 65 Morgan, C. E., Te Kapa 400 445 Handby, Thomas, Leigh 93 120 Morgan, J., Matakana 34 Hannah, John,Aorangi, Mangawai 7i 91 Morrison, E., Redbluff, Warkworth 130 96 Harington, R. C. M., Rosalie Bay, Tryphena 198 Nil Morrison, J. D., Warkworth 42 40 Hefford, W-, Port Albert ! 95 "3 Multruss, Jacob, Waiwera 94 66 Heidler, Mrs. Kate, Puhoi 85 Munro, F. M. T., Craigieburn, Warkworth... 100 90 Henl, Joseph, Puhoi 76 77 Neal,Alfred, Primrose HillFarm, Port Albert 33 38 Heywood, Henry, North Albertland 98 98 Neeley, William, Abirfelde, Leigh 127 142 Hey wood, L., North Albertland 252 252 Nicholson, Bros., Port Albert 274 336 Heywood, Oliver, Port Albert 169 192 Noakes, William, Puhoi 194 2, 5 Holgate, W. D., Kawau Island 109 Nil O'Callaghan, Richd., Hill Brook, Warkworth 99 Nil Holmes, W., Hilton Farm, Parakahau 121 140 Ogle, Geo., Sea View Farm, Mangakura 160 >8 5 Hood, Andrew, Stanley,Kaipara Flats 284 288 Oldfield, F. O., Rockmount, Hoteo North ... 690 666 Hudson, John H., Hoteo Lodge, Warkworth 289 Oldfield, W. E., Port Albert 132 ■39 15 H.—23.

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Karaka Bay, Port Fitzroy 293 200 Smith, G. J., Broken Hill, Matakana 87 98 Paddison, B., ... 181 Paddison, Edward, Okupu Bay 96 97 Smith, Hugh, Matakana 190 Palmer, Henry, Okupu, Great Barrier 263 339 Smith, Joseph, Matakana 300 300 Palmer, William, Glorit 99 140 Smith, W., Eiver View, Matakana 98 72 Warkworth 21 Nil Parker, C, sen., Parkville, Tauhoa 252 192 Snell, Henry, Sunnyside, Parker, W., Tauhoa 53 3 2 Snell, John,Warkworth 126 96 F. Nil Parry, J. G., Puhoi 90 98 Snook, William, Warkworth 282 Pattison, L. J., Glorit 261 300 Spencer, George, Pakiri 196 Paul, Christian, Puhoi 170 162 Stables, W. B., Mount Pleasant, Port Albert 151 5° Puhoi Stark, G., PortFitzroy 2 2O Nil Paul, Joseph, 306 336 Nil Paul, John, Puhoi 92 95 Stenness, E., Wayby 27 Pearson, Mrs. Aaron, Wayby 84 93 Steventon, A. H., Woodland, Tauhoa 225 250 Rosebank Estate, Glorit 299 Stiller, J., Puhoi 8O Perkins, E., 300 268 Perkins, Walter, Aratapu 295 320 Stone, James, Hoteo North 249 Peterson, A., Mount Bonnie, Tauhoa 100 200 Stott, M., Wharehine 3° 40 Peterson, C, Port Albert 6S 73 Straka, Charles, Puhoi I85 252 Phillips, C. W., Warkworth 56 82 Straka, Joseph, Puhoi 6O 100 Phillips, Frederick, Warkworth 1*8 .67 Straka, Mary, Puhoi 295 292 Phillips, Francis, Warkworth 58 67 Strongman, Samuel, Trewarder, Warkworth 96 58 Phillips, George, Warkworth "5 140 Struthers, Ernest, Puhoi 22 3° Phillips, Isaac, Warkworth ■65 ■83 Sturch, Thomas, Banksfee, Mangawai Nil 29 Phillips, Joseph, Valley Farm, Warkworth... '93 2 37 Taylor, John, The Pines, Kaipara Flat s 583 474 Phillips, Mark, Warkworth 49 53 Taylor, William, Kaipara Plats 110 92 Phillips, Robert, Warkworth SS 9 Thompson, W. H., Exmore, Te Arai 40 165 Phillips. William, Fishguard Bay, Tryphena 178 190 Thomson, G. E , Port Albert 98 95 Flats 200 221 Mrs. James, Wellsford 72 90 Thomson, G., W., Kaipara Pook, Kainara Flats 182 Powell, T. I.,Limbwood, North Albertland... 70 40 Thomson, J., Kauri Grove, ... 191 Pratt, G., sen., Pakiri 177 188 Thomson, L., Kilallan, Warkworth 129 ■65 Pratt, William, Pakiri 42 28 Tilford, James, Waiwera 293 G., Hoteo North 533 Turnwald, Bartley, Puho' 100 131 Prictor, A. 362 Puhoi F., Hoteo North 54 100 Turnwald, Joseph, 87 89 Prictor, H. Puhoi 182 Port Albert Nil 33 Turnwald, Lorenz, '52 Prictor, W., Matakana 186 Prior, R. A., Kaipara Flats 89 82 Tindall, H. H., Cayton Grange, ... 195 Pulham, H. W., Hoteo Lodge, Warkworth... 264 Nil Todd, James, Tryphena '23 190 Quickfall, J., Tauhoa 99 "5 Tolhof, M., Puhoi 164 181 Ramebottom, J.,Wellsford 60 Nil Tolhof,W., Puhoi 200 203 Ramebottom, W., Wellsford 100 '5° Torkington, W., Leigh 42 39 F., Tryphena 97 117 Tozer, J. H., Mangawai ■58 Nil Ramsey, Warkworth Rayner, A. and C. H., Warkworth 23 9 Trotter, Alexander, 299 354 Matakana 140 Turner, E., Wayby 158 '43 Rayner, A. W., Albert Rayner, G. H., Pakiri 40 40 Turner, J. G., Port 49 5° Remiger, B., Puhoi 33° 398 Tutin, Samuel, Mangawai 55 60 Te Arai 200 270 Vipond, Alon, North Albertland 392 400 Kice, D., Flats Roper, J. S., Matakana 85 85 Vipond, Alfred, Kaipara 270 278 Rotherham, A., Fern Glen, Wharehine 18 25 Vipond, E. A., Matakana 194 212 Rouner, M., Puhoi 100 . 94 Vipond, B. C, Riggside, Kaipara Flats 190 '93 162 Rushbrook, Mrs. L., Wellsford 45 Nil Vipond, James,Fairview, Matakana ... •56 Russek, Anton, jun., Puhoi 493 485 Vipond, Joseph, Matakana ,67 150 Joseph, Puhoi 207 244 Walker, A. H., Helensyille 315 984 Russek, The Tauhoa 18 Russek, Wenzel,Puhoi 97 "5 Walker, J. J., Glen, 19 Patrick, jun.,Woodlands, Warkworth 110 Walsh, Thomas, Wharehine, Port Albert ... 192 180 Russell, 136 North Albertland Mrs. F., Hakaru 75 Ward, W., sen., 207 25" Ryan, 56 Fort J. and Okupu 900 754 Warren, P., Fitzroy 3M 322 Ryan, T., Puhoi 180 Sadler, G. H., Folly Farm, Leigh 61 66 Week, John, 190 T. Park Farm, Kaipara Flats 300 Week, John, junr., Warkworth 100 142 Sainsbury, 0., 395 Warkworth Salt, H., Kaipara Flats 108 '25 Week, Joseph, 183 184 Salt, J. E., Pakiri 92 I2 4 Week, M., Puhoi 112 132 A., Warkworth 60 Week, Paul, Puhoi 81 81 Sanderson, 54 Warkworth Sanderson, T., Breccia Hills, Warkworth ... 117 130 Wedding, C., 5° 48 W., Okupu '54 Wedding, John, Glenilend, Warkworth 97 98 Sanderson, 298 Dome Valley, Warkworth Sankey, G. S., Matakana 136 '37 Wedding, W., ... '4 3° G., MulletPoint 92 80 Wenzlick, Gregor, Waiwera 60 5» Scandrett, John, Puhoi Sceats, B. R., Brooklands, Lower Mataka-.ia 46 Nil Wenzlick, jun., 323 349 Anton, Puhoi 222 262 Wenslick, Michael, Puhoi 9° 96 Schedawey, Puhoi Schischka, A., jun., Puhoi 5° Nil Wenzlick, Vincent, 145 C, 95 Western, J., Glenwood, Port Albert 196 236 Schischka, Puhoi Te Arai Schischka, Edward, Puhoi 90 187 Whalen, S., 4' 63 Schischka, John,Auckland 292 292 Wharfe, A. J., Mangawai 235 293 Schischka, Joseph, Waiwera 293 292 Wharfe, John, Mangawai 68 85 Schischka, Mrs. L., Ahuroa, Puhoi 84 Nil Wharfe, T., Linton,North Albertland 228 187 North Albertland 112 Schischka, V., Puhoi 293 282 Wharfe, W. 90 Waterfoot, Matakana Schischka, W., Puhoi 237 290 Whitaker, H. E., 53 48 Charles, Pakiri Scholium, John, Puhoi 96 93 Whitley, 363 464 Matakana 20 Scholium, Josef, Puhoi 228 253 Williams, John, !7 Puhoi •49 Williams and Blackwell, Tryphena 150 280 Scholium, Wenzl, 184 J. Flats 282 Scott, G. S., Puhoi 200 242 Williams, S., Bournedean, Kaipara 295 Matakana 21 22 Scriven, Robert, Puhoi 41 34 Williams, Robert, Sellwood, J.,Kelvin Grove, Te Arai '39 '33 Wilson, Alfred, Wellsford 5° 40 James Kaukapakapa 200 Wilson, Enoch, Hoteo North 136 124 Shanks, S., 2l6 Shannon, F., Te Arai 237 300 Wilson, H., Ford Farm, Wayby >8S Shepherd, J. A., Cyprus Farm, Port Albert... 213 229 Wilson, John, Hoteo North 400 387 Bernard Wilson, W., Stockyard Farm, Warkworth 190 197 Shipherd, Q., Warkworth 537 536 Warkworth Silva, D., Okupu, Great Barrier 72 '5° Wilson, W. J., Wood Lea. 77 95 . ()o Smith, David, Wharehine 187 221 Witheford, Edward, Wharehine '74 1 4.—H. 23. H.—23. 16

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. j No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on ! April 30, J April 30 April30, April 30, J 1897. j 1898. 1897. 1898. Witten, John, Bank Grove, Pakiri 45 5° Finlayson, R., Pine Grove, Waipu 262 362 Woodcock, A., Warkworth 486 553 Foote, J. S. G., Helena Bay 58 80 Woodcock, A. T., "Warkworth 35 5' G-ell, Henry, Waipu 166 190 Woodcock, F., Mangakura 242 284 Gilbert, Fred, Ngunguru 121 129 Woodcock, Henry, Glen Tui, Kaipara Hats 172 198 Gillingham,E. W., Maungakaramea 6d '35 Woodcock, Howard, Wayby 100 70 Going, J., Clougli Prior, Kamo 180 ■75 Worker, N. A., Wellsford 197 269 Gough, Thomas, Parua Bay 189 190 Worker, William, Pine Park, Wellsford 480 45° Graham, S., Mangapai 200 197 Wortherspoon, James, Matakana '95 250 3-reen, G. H., Mangapai '5 76 Wright, W. M., Pakiri 344 300 Green, G. H., The Willows, Marsden Point 54 ■ 32 Wyatt, J. 0., Leigh 22 3' Griffin, Edward, Whangarei 76- Nil Wyatt, L. B., Woodmancote, Kaipara Flats 67 100 Griffin, Joseph, Woodville, Whangarei 75 83 Wyatt, Mrs. M. M. Chidham, Kaipara Flats 128 121 Guest, J., The Pines, Parua Bay 200 Nil Wyatt, B. H., Leigh 82 91 Gunson, G., Maungakaramea 3'3 3°9 Wyatt, S., Hoteo North 342 395 Gunson, R. B., Maungakaramea 78 90 Wyatt, W. T., Leigh 64 98 Gunson, Mrs. Sarah, Maungakaramea 273 293 Yates, Edmund, Byres Point, Tβ Arai 20 Gunson, W. J., Waikiekie 90 95 Yates, William, North Albertland 94 96 Hall Brothers, Tangihua 84 85 Yearbury, Ann, Hoteo North 190 182 Hannam, Joseph, Whakapara 80 Yearbury, Edward, Wayby 300 296 Harrison, W., Mangapai 230 264 Yearbury, W. G., Tauhoa 170 190 Hart, W. S., Waipu 283 ■5° Young, George, Warkworth 80 94 Hartnell, Henry, Mangapai 9' 141 Hartnell, W., Ruarangi 33 40 70,612 74,724 Hartnell, Wm, "Waikiekie 56 89 Hawken, C, Whangarei 3° 3° WHANGAREI COUNTY. Hawken, Harding,Waldamere, Maungatapere 10 48 (In Marsden Subdivision). Hawken, William, Maungatapere 8 49 Alloway, Jacob, Whangarei 28 Hawkens, Gilbert, Maungatapere I 23 Allwood, A. T., Parua Bay '5O Hayward, C. E., Maungakaramea 212 3°3 Anderson, J.E., Carnie Hill, Maungakaramea 86 88 Hay ward, C. E., Woodlands, Waikiekie 300 474 Antheman, Lucretia, Otonga 5° 71 Hayward, F. B., Maungakaramea 197 233 Armstrong, M. W., Whangarei 20 16 Hayward, W. R., The Pines, Mangapai 68 85 Aubrey, B. H., Pataua Farm, Parua Bay ... 300 298 Henry, James F., Bellvue, Marsden Point ... 200 200 Babe, Mrs. A. E., Euarangi $n 428 Hewlett,W. H.,Limestone Island,Whangarei 140 161 Babe, John, Waikiekie 200 252 Hilford, F. C, G-lenfuseMa, Waikiekie 122 ■93 Babe, T. 0., Waikiekie 71 64 Hilford, G. R., Mangapai 150 230 Barton, Mrs. M. A.,Barton's Valley, Mangapai 99 172 Hilford, H., Waikiekie ■83 229 Beaeley, J., Parua Bay 32 27 Hill, R., Maungakaramea 107 99 Bell, J. H., Belmont Farm, Waikiekie 250 300 Hohe Pa,-Poroti 119 Nil Bell, Moses, Kaurihohore 193 200 Hone Heta, Hunter's Store, Kaikohe 20 Benait, A., Kamo 60 Nil Hori Wehiwehi, Waipapa, Wangaruru 100 Nil Bennett, W. E., Totara Farm, Mangapai ... 81 121 Hunter, Geoffrey, Mangakahea 360 Berridge, H., and Sons, Waikiekie 283 383 Hunter, Thomas, Mt. Pleasant, Mangapai ... i6? '182 Bisset, J. E., Bald Hill, Opuwhanga 3' 36 Hutchings, W., Ruatangata West 74 Bissett, W. B., Colabah, Opuawhanga 45 5' Hutchinson Bros., Huanui, Whangarei 60 60 Blake, J., Pataua, Parua Bay 200 J '93 Jacob, Captain John, Waipu 134 '5 1 Blomer, J. H., Otonga East 82; 78 James, H. J., Maungakaramea 343 300 Boakes, P. W., Mangapai I 300 Kelly, Mary, Waiparera, Parua Bay 45 67 Boyd, Samuel, Hawksview, Mangapai 96 9 1 Kelsey, Mary, Waipu 80 Nil Brott, G. W., Ngunguru 39 5 2 Kempt, Alexander, Waipu 90 91 Brown, J., Brown Hill, Otonga East 24 23 Kerr, David, Whangarei 56 Bulley, J. W., Springfield, Mangapai 84 98 Kerr, George, Maungakaramea ■59 160 Bullians, W., Mangapai 297 300 Kershaw, J. K., Aponga 26 19 Butcher, James, Mangapai 200 300 Killen, J. M., Woodlands, Whangarei 20 20 Campbell, J. B., Kamo 76 127 King, J. A., Butcher, Whananaki 110 111 Campbell, J. G., Braigh Farm, Waipu '5° 70 Lang, Charles, The Cove, Waipu 294 292 Campbell, E., Brookfield, Waipu 70 86 Lawrence, Thomas, Waikiekie "5° '73 Carter, S., Te A. Mata, Mangapai 95 120 LeClere, P. B., Parua Bay 120 •5° Carter, W., Woodford, Hikurangi 11 Nil Lee, W. J., Balure, Mangapai 443 373 Cliild, Thomas, Bangiora, Maungakaramea... 297 293 Lowe, Thomas, Mangapai '95 262 Chisholm, John, Hikurangi 192 222 Mackay, A., Periwaka, Waipu 100 Clark, E., Bun, "4 A. Sunnybrook Ngunguru ... 45 5' Macken, F. W., Whananaki 90 100 Clotworthy, N., Abbey Caves, Whangarei ... 43 52 Mackie, E. and P., Whananaki 100 Nil West Clow, A. G., Buatangata 58 Nil Mackie, J.,Whananaki 100 150 Cook, H. G., Maungakaramea 90 90 Macleod, Mrs.M. E., and Mrs. J. Kerr, Parua Nil Whananaki •3 Corbett, B. J., 886 1086 Maddren, W. T., Otonga East 24 2 3 Cork and Co., Whangarei 400 260 Mahanga, Eruera, Parua Bay 63 88 Coulton, John, Otaika, Whangarei 72 5' Maki, Pirihi, Marsden Point 38 Nil John, Courtney, Maungakaramea 32 3 285 Mallabond, Joseph, Parua Bay 12 Nil Coward, William, Otaika, Whangarei 170 170 Marshall, L. C, Eureka, Whangarei 75 90 Crawford, John,Woodside, Maungakaramea 285 277 Maslen, J.,Kamo * 262 Nil Crawford, W., Maungakaramea 480 45 2 Maslen, J.,jun., Kamo 209 Dayey, E. W., Clifton Vale, Hukerenui South 10 9 Mason, Mrs. A. S., The Willows, Waikiekie 129 184 Dennis, William, Whangarei 43 Nil Mason, Henry, Waikiekie '25 172 Donaldson, J., Whareora 57' 694 Masy, A., Jolimont Farm, Aponga 648 500 Douglas, R., Whangarei i6i 189 Mawhinney, C. B., Linford, Otonga East ... 83 i°3 Douglas, W., Douglas Dale, Ruarangi 91 81 McAllester, W. J., Mangapai 84 196 Drake, B. G., Dale Farm, Kamo 119 141 McAllister, W., Mangapai 250 259 Durham, John, Waipu 190 200 McAulay, A., Waipu no Ellingham, E., Customs Street, Auckland ... '5° Nil McAulay, Isabella, Waipu 100 Nil Evans, J.,Buatangata East 200 200 McBeth, John, Kaurihonore 9' 9 1 Ferguson, Hugh, Kiripaka 70 54 McConnell, Robert, Mangapai 294 4C0 Finlayeon, A. J.,Waipu 200 220 McCullough, G., Mangapai 200 200 Finlayson, J., Waipu 86 97 McCulloiigh, Thomas, Mangapii 400 17 H.—23.

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on i No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1S9S.

McDonald, Donald, Waipu 87 97 Sands, E., Maungakaramea 100 170 McDonald, Malcolm, Parua Bay 94 74 Sands, J., Maungakaramea 200 2OO McDonald, Mary, Waipu 5° 81 Sands, T., and D., Maungakaramea 148 188 McDonald, M. C. N., Marion View, Waipu... 139 180 Seccombe, J. T., Whangarei 12 100 McFadden, Henry, Waipu 69 84 Sinclair, A. I,., Kaurihohore 185 190 McGregor, Kenneth, Whangarei Heads 9 Nil Sloane, James, Rostrevor, Mangapai 34° 349 Mclnnes, Hugh, Waipu 250 250 Smeaton, J., Whangarei 1516 1426 1 Mclnnee, M., Kamo ■ •■• 72 Smith, Annie M., Tangiahua 9 7i Mclnnee, N. L., Otonga East 85 97 Smith, Mrs. P., Whareora 383 543 Mclnnes, E., Kaurihohore 93 '3° Smith, W. A., Spring Head, Whangarei ... 13 '9 McKay, A., Woodside, Waipu 200 Snell, F. J., Maungakaramea ... 174 168 McKay, A. J., Ferry Farm, Waipu '3° 122 Snell, W. C, Maungakaramea 198 McKay, J. J., Waipu 166 Solon, J. and P., Mangapai '99 282 McKay, R. J.,Waipu •47 217 Staples, B., Whananaki 38 26 McKenzie, A. G., 3-lendale 182 Nil Stead, W., Waikiekie 92 163 182 McKenzie, Colin, Waipu _ ■•■ 9 Nil Stephen, A. and J., Charlton, Waikiekie McKenzie, Duncan, Limestone Hill, Waipu 9' 8S Stephen, John, Waikiekie 94 9' McKenzie, H. B., Aponga 24 54 Stephens, Alexander, Waikiekie 192 236 McKenzie, Hector, North River, Waipu 250 248 Stevens, Charles, Maungatapere '9 McKenzie, J. H., Kaurihohore 59° 595 Stokes, Mrs. Sarah, Willow Valley, Ruakaka 250 282 McKenzie, M. B., Waipu 90 140 Street, F. J., Willsworthj, Ruatarjgata West '7 •Nil McKenzie, Murdoch, Whangarei Heads 100 Nil Strugnell, S., Kamo 5° 74 McKenzie, M. W., Waipu 186 277 Sutherland, John, Waipu 79 92 McKenzie, Wm., Limestone Hill, Waipu ... 89 96 Sutherland, Hugh, Waipu 69 McKinnon, Alexander, Whareora 88 3° Swaffield, H. A., Charlton, Maungakaramea 274 Nil McKinnon, John, Whareora 600 600 Swain, Win,, Whareora 146 '73 McLachlan, D., Maungakaramea 267 272 Taj lor, Henry, Marsden Point 88 90 McLean, Duncan, Main Branch, Waipu 384 383 Teasdale, George, OtongaEast I05 74 McLean, Bwen, Waipu 300 400 Telfer, W. E., Whangarei 40 McLean, John, Bird Grove, Waipu 272 183 Thomson, W. and R., Mangapai 227 212 McLean, John, Cave, Waipu 600 700 Turner, H. J., Maungakaramea 99 81 McLean, Murdoch, Waipu 49° 500 TJrquhart, Duncan, Whangarei Heads 20 Nil McLean, Neil, Whangarei 100 TJrquhart, Finlay, Waipu 65 Nil McLennan, John, Kaurihohore 60 165 Tyle, B , Otaika, Whangarei 198 182 McLennan, N.,Kaurihohore 10 12 Wakelin, Thos., Kamo 38 '54 McLeod, D. J., Waipu 117 92 Walker, Q-eorge, Maungakaramea 82 9 1 McLeod, J. A., Waipu 90 Walker, H. J., Mangapai 253 280 McLeod, J. A., Willow Grove, Waipu 66 80 Walker, J. T., Maungakaramea 80 9' McLeod, J. G., Whangaiei Heads 60 Nil Watson, Alfred, Maungakaramea 100 126 McLeod, Neil, Waipu 292 290 Watson, E. W., Mangapai 9 1 95 McLeod, William, Kamo 220 180 Watson, W. A., Maungakaramea 112 112 McMillan,Archibald, Mountain Farm, Waipu 'T 199 Weaver, Louis, Opuawahanga 126 141 McMillan, D. N. Waipu 60 90 Weir, Mrs. M., Mangapai 293 393 McMillan, Miss Mary, Waipu 3° 5° Whimp, Henry, Opuawhanga 140 196 McMillan, Norman, Waipu 5' 60 Williams, A. H., Parua Bay 242 123 McEae, Eoderick, Waipu 40 61 Williams, James, Helena Bay 35 22 Miller, A. B., Maungakaramea '77 186 Williams, John, Horahora, Parua Bay 162 132 Miller, Mrs. M., Maungakaramea 188 38 Wilson Thos., Kuatangata 9 7 Minchin, G. H., Aponga 50 Nil Wintie, Bros., Mangapai 500 600 Monayer, N. A., Aponga 14 <5 Wolf, Henry, Hermitage Earm, Otonga East 389 472 Morrison, J. A., Waipu 159 180 Woolley, W. H., Mount Denby, Kamo 37° Nil Morrison, John, Cave, Waipu 300 333 Woolley, W. H., Sandy Bay Farm, Whananaki 320 900 Munro, J., Kahaho, Marsden Point 230 300 Worsnop, James, Ruatangata 394 '93 Nakiri Tito, Tangihua 100 120 Worsnop, Joseph, Spring Q-rove, Kamo 167 .63 Nash, M., J., Tangihua 5° 9' Worthington, Thos., Parua Bay 100 90 Nehua Eru, Whakapara 900 640 Wright, Mrs. J., Maungakaramea 55 79 Neville, E., Euarangi, Waikiekie 378 379 Yates, B., Ruatangata 19 27 Ngatimo Hohepa, Poroti 80 Nil Young, Frank, Maunu 50 O'Carroll, T., Maungakaramea 140 75 Ormandy, B., Mangapai 120 ISO 43.488 46,329 Osborne, Mrs. B.L., Mangapai S° Nil O'Shea, Michael, Tangiahua 90 95 OTAMATEA COUNTY Otto, J. H., Maungakaramea 87 127 (In Marsden Subdivision). Palmer, Or., Waikiekie J3 Nil Anderson, 0. E., Paparoa ... 76 100 Parkes, W. M., Whareora 89 9 1 Angel, W. H., Otuhianga, Matakohe 130 158 Phillips, William, Kaurihohore 128 172 Ariell, J. B., Paparoa 892 953 Pidgeon, E., Mangapai _ ... 250 250 Balderston, A. W., Kaiwaka 141 100 Pitman, Geo., Mangawhati, Marsden Point 100 80 Ball, C. W., Matakohe 98 90 Porter, T. B., Maungakaramea '37 '43 Ball, John, Matakohe 5° 40 Postlewaite, George, Mangapai ... 35 Birt, B. T., and Sons, Mareretu i7o 260 Powlesland, J. B., Kuatangata 1189 >°79 Birtles, James, Rooklands, Paparoa 141 162 Prescott, James, Waipu [86 Nil Bowmar, Joseph, Kaiwaka 3° 12 Pullin, John, Forestlea, Aponga 9i 57 Bowmar, J, jun., Kaiwaka 146 92 Kawnsley, S., Poroti 3° 3° Bull, L. H. A., Whakapirau 227 220 Whangarei Heads 400 Cameron, Charles, Kaiwaka >3> 126 Robinson, C. A., 3S6 ,.. Robinson, C. J., Whangarei Heads 82 Nil Cartwrighfc Brothers, Bellfield, Matakohe 94 129 Eobinson, Edward, Whangarei Heads Si 44 Causer, John,Lennox Hills, Rowsell's ... 380 400 Roose, R., Whangarei 188 180 Chadwick, Henry, Pahi 10 Nil Ross, George, Parua Bay 180 167 Chadwin, W., jun., Maungaturoto 475 500 Ross, G., jun., Parua Bay 89 9 1 Clark, Frederick, Kaiwaka 997 992 Rountree, J., Waikiekie 272 249 Clark, William, Woodlands, Tokatoka 72 60 Rousse, Jean, Otonga East 70 82 Cliff, George, Paparoa 252 296 Ruddell, Mrs. A., Parua Bay 227 300 Cliff, G. K., Paparoa 198 365 Samuel, &. R., Maungakaramea 31 48 Cliff, J. R., Paparoa 200 288 H.—23. 18

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT— continued No. ofSheep on No. ofSheep on April 30, April 30, April 80, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Ooates, Edward, Matakohe 1385 I45O Mace, J. C, Mangapai >6 5 199 Coates, Thomas, Bemuera 86o 1060 Mannkau, β-eorge, Pahi 200 220 Colbeck, Frank, Pukehina, Whakapirau 6238 7407 Martin, A. A., Paparoa 92 89 Oolbeck, Arthur, Te Eeinga, Whakapirau ... 650 702 Martin, J. 0., Matakohe 87 90 Connor, Patrick, Huketere, Pahi 52 41 Maeefield Brothers, Batley, Kaipara 452 Nil Cookeey, L. B., Brierly Hill, Matakohe 59 82 Masefield, John, Kaipara ■53 ' 172 Cosseboom, L. M., Matakohe 95 Nil Massev, Harry, Maungaturoto 120 '5° Cross, James, jun., Bellfield, Paparoa 288 285 Massey, Anthony, Maungaturoto 140 162 Cullen, Benjamin, Maungatm-oto 40 57 Massey and Rogers, Maungaturoto 484 495 Cullen, H., The Store, Maungaturoto 20 120 Masson, D. B., Paparoa 127 142 Cullen, J. E., Waterfall V., Maungaturoto 85 74 Masters, James, Hukatere 130 Cullen, Thomas, Eosetta, Maungaturoto 60 86 McCallum, Samuel, Paparoa 122 190 Cullen, William, Maungaturoto 108 62 McCarrol, John, Jennymount, Mareretu 97 '57 Davies, Charles, Maungaturoto 5° 60 McHardy, C. S., Roweell's 300 Nil Davis, C. J., Maungaturoto 142 Nil MeHardy, Mrs. C. E., Rowsell's 300 453 Davis, Mrs. B., Maungaturoto 170 299 Metcalfe, J. M., Matakohe 564 498 De Erneste, John,Paparoa 3' 53 Meyer, A. A., Paparoa 100 •S3 Dodd, P. A., GlenAllan, Maungaturoto 263 294 Morris, James, Ferndale, Matakohe 64 '3' Dodds Brothers, Paparoa 47° 499 Morrow, W., Maungaturoto 70 95 Dodds, John, Paparoa ■ ..■ 284 406 Mould, John, Maungaturoto 15° 300 Dowson, T. W., Neelyfield, Kaiwaka 52 74 New, G., jun.,Pahi 100 96 Dreadon, Charles, Tokatoka 494 4'3 Nutsford and Sons, Clyde Vale, Paparoa ... 700 892 Eberhardt, Edward, Matakohe 61 90 Ovens, J. and G., Matakohe 33° 380 Ewing, W. N., Batley 5° Paige, R. L., Warleigh, Whakapirau 140 200 Filmore, Mrs. C. H., Matakohe 56 02 Palmer, A. M., Tatton Park Farm, Paparoa 123 120 Finlayson Brothers, Tokatoka 925 1020 Parsons, John, Paparoa 142 148 Finlayson, Alexander, Maungaturoto 400 Prince, Samuel, Kaiwaka 81 89 Mower, W. E., Maungaturoto 4'7 Nil Rat.hbone, S. C, Whakapiran 245 289 Flower, W. M., Maungaturoto 386 Reihana Kena, Puriri Point, Whakapirau ... 70 110 Ford and Company, Maungaturjto 1600 2500 Rintoul, Andrew, The Hermitage, Rowsell's 343 353 Ford, C. E., Maungaturoto 385 500 Rogers, C. E., River View, Tokatoka 283 368 Gallie, G. and C, Matakohe 410 400 Rogers, G. and J., Maungaturoto 16 Gerraud, J. F., Paparoa 88 Ross, R. S., Kaiwaka 167 168 Gibbs, F. W., Paparoa 5 1 '5° Ross, William, Kaiwaka 167 168 Gibson, P. H., Maramarua, Whakapirau ... 628 756 Rowsell, Walter, Rowsell's 130 160 Gibson, Thomas, Armside, Mareretu '58 197 Sitnpkins, W., Linton Grove, Tokatoka IS 100 Gill, F. F., Maungaturoto 626 586 Skelton, George, Summer Hill, Paparoa 438 380 Goodall, F., Paparoa 465 393 Smart, Thomas, Batley, 38 Nil Goodall, John, Paparoa 263 264 Smith, John, Maungaturoto 9 l 97 Griffin, George, Eowsells 800 800 Smith, Richard, jun., Matakohe 498 394 Griffin, W. G., Eowsells 300 300 Snelling, W. H., Maungaturoto 1262 1261 Hames, Josiah,Bethany Farm, Paparoa 45 "146 Spick, G. T., Paparoa 192 182 Hames, 0. C, Paparoa 223 250 Sterling, David, Matakohe 40 76 Hames, Eowland, Paparoa 416 43° Stevens, Sidney, Totara Farm, Paparoa 83 114 Hamilton, John,Islington, Matakohe 26 33 Stewart, Angus, Kaiwaka 56S 476 Hammon, Daniel, Matakohe 63 99 Stewart, Malcolm, Kaiwaka 293 395 Hammon, J. W., Matakohe 63 95 Stoney and Martin, Whakapirau *5 18 Hardie, Joseph, Matakohe 127 164 Strickett, E., Matakohe 5' Nil Hargreaves and White, Wharehine 200 Nil Swallow, H., Te Pahi 65 77 Hargreaves, Mrs. Vivian, Wharehine 554 400 Sykes, George, Paparoa 58 76 Harvey, Andrew, Paparoa 89 100 Taylor, Samuel, Maungaturoto 59 35 Harvey, N., Paparoa 300 200 Taylor, W. J., Maungatutoto 5° 2 Hastie, James, Kaiwaka •35 180 Tepuru, B., Matakohe 33 Nil Healey, Timothy, Maungaturoto 280 280 Thompson, W. O., Tokatoka 3° 5° Hemana, W., Karakanui, Pahi 114 94 Tibbits, Ernest, Paparoa 92 389 Heslop, G. W., Mareretu 177 258 Tibbits, G., Stickbrook,Paparoa ...' 197 142 Hetherington, John, Paparoa 100 Nil Trewin, J., Whakapirau 697 697 Hill, H. 0., Oakley, Maungaturoto 92 184 Trounson, J. FT., jun.,Paparoa 290 271 Hill, R. G., Kaiwaka 75 35° Turner, Robert, Mareretu 99 122 Hook, William, Paparoa 55 48 Underwood, Wm., Sunnybrook, Paparoa 54 18 Howard, E., Paparoa 90 Nil Walker, John,Waipu 80 130 Howard, E. J., Maungaturoto 89 Nil Weathers, James, Kaiwaka Nil Huband, W. E., Lyndwood, Maungaturoto... 282 297 Webster, Mrs. Mary, Kaiwaka 63 60 Huband, William, Aston Farm, Eoweell'e ... 198 300 Whitehouee, E. 0., Matakohe 70 82 Hudapith, Henry, Newlyn, Mareretu •85 275 Wilson, 0. A., The Look-out, Paparoa 1149 996 Hullah, James, Mareretu 34 48 Wilson, T. W., Paparoa 45S 460 Isbieter, T. F., Matakohe 25 26 Woodhouse, F. H.,The Retreat, Maungaturoto 478 Nil Jackson, Jacob, Mangawai 27 Nil Worthington, H., Maungaturoto 448 493 Jervis, A. M., Totora, Matakohe 100 89 Worthington, Moses, Paparoa 95 Kane, Bernard, Matakohe 53 76 Worthington, Robert, Maungaturoto 64 9' Keay, James, Waipu t63 220 Young, C. R., The Grange, Kaiwaka 380 400 Kirk, John, Matakohe 80 in Kirk, J. T., Matakohe 136 129 47,oi8 51.787 Kirk, W. H., Maungaturoto 137 152 Lawrence, S., Paparoa 36 Nil HOBSON COTTNTY Le Noel, Christie John, Matakohe 49 62 (In Marsden Subdivision). Leslie, A. J., Kaiwaka 121 180 Andrew, A., Marybank, Te Kopuru 78 61 Leslie, William, jun., Kaiwaka 152 !5 2 Atkinson, T. R., Sandown, Mititai >56 97 Leslie, W., Kaiwaka 197 197 Bradley, F., Enderley, Mititai '95 167 Liddle, James, Hukatere 45 7O Brown, J. T., Green Hill Farm, Dargaville... 172 Nil Lindquist, A., Paparoa 76 95 Brown, J. W., Omu, Tangowahine 976 1196 Linnell, G. F., Kaiwaka '737 '995 Butterworth, Isaac, Greenhill, Te Kopuru ... 73 82 Linton, J. G., Lindum Grange, Battley '94 '95 Charles, Benjamin, Mititai 5°o Littin, C. and W., Kaiwaka 252 386 Clark, George, Te Kopuru .,. I1 .37* 398 19 H.—23.

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Clarke, J. L., Maungakaramea 72 75 Prinnan, Eobert, Kaukapakapa 42 62 Colmer, James, Mitit.ai 66 Nil Dye, Frank, Kaukapakapa .-.. 299 296 Dawson, W., Westpark, Mititai 142 192 Evans, J. P. and Sons, Parakakau 198 176 Dodd, Samuel, Mititai 84 75 Evans, T. P., Parkhurst 294 45° Downe Bros., Tokatoka 200 280 Fennell, Mrs. J. M., Forest Grove, Parakakau 200 254 Dreadon, G-., sen., Pencarrow, Mititai 336 364 Fenton, R. and H., Aotea, Helensville 858 2220 Dreadon, W., jun., Green Hill, Mititai 61 66 Fletcher, James, Woodliill 233 •83 Dunn, Ana, Kaihu 43 Nil Fordyce, Charles, Helensville 63 Nil Fenwiek, E. and C, Paparoa 279 440 Foster, Annie, Waimakau 97 150 Hamlyn, Thomas, Mount Pleasant, Mititai... 30 33 Freeman, Edwin, Ferndale Farm, Swanson... 120 98 Harding, A. E., Aroa, Mangawhare 224 827 George, T. C, Swanson 38 74 Harding, Edwin, Dargaville 1520 1695 George, E., Lake Takapuna 5 2 60 Harding, Maurice, Hore Hore, Aratapu '757 1980 Gibbons, F., Huia 35 Hemi Parata, Pouto 600 1426 Gibbons, Eobert, Huia 200 200 Hemi Parata and Co., Pouto 900 Nil Glanville, Henry, Parakakau 126 142 Hone Paraone, Tokatoka 48 73 Goodfellow, James, Glen Cree, Dairy Flat ... 35 Hori Wetini, Matakobe 74 100 Grut Brothers, Orewa 106 100 Hoyle, R., Mitilai 66 Hall, A. C. N., Upper Waiwera 296 240 Kawhi P. Kena, and Co., Pouto 100 400 Hamilton, William, Maymount, Parakakau... 200 213 Kena and Co., Pouto 300 Nil Hand, Mrs. M. A. (estate of), Helensville ... s6o 380 Kitching L. C, Mititai 220 160 Hellyer, Henry, Sea View, Parakakau ■76 100 Langford, F. P., Artesian Farm, Te Kopuru 459 562 Henley, M. C, Kaukapakapa 190 212 Le Grice, Fred., Tikinui, Te Kopuru 354 400 Hepburn, Elizabeth, Waikomiti 29 17 Masefield, R., Ellerton Farm, Mititai 96 68 Hewson, Joseph, Waimii •is 168 Matthews, John, Greenhills, Mititai 339 46! Hill, John, Kaukapakapa 34 47 McCraitli, James, Hilbury, Mititai 180 95 Hobbs, E. J.,Whangaparoa, Wade 142 102 McLaren, James, Dargaville 140 180 Howell, E. and J., Upper Waiwera 181 '52 Molonghney, P., sen., Tikinui 29 29 Howell, W., jun., Upper Waiwera 100 95 New, B. 0., Belle Vue, Mititai 59' 55° Hueston, John, Henderson 180 '52 Pheasent, E., Matakohe 244 238 Hunter, T. and A. W., Mount Albion, Tuapaki 60 Nil Powell, Samuel, The Willows, Mititai 320 267 Hutchinson, John, Kaukapakapa "5 93 Rogers, T. B., Tokatoka •43 '52 Inglis, Harry, Dairy Flat 273 49 Simpkins, Joseph, Woodside Farm, Mititai... 130 152 Jack, Andrew, jun., Waterloo, Wade I25 100 Slade, H. J.,Riverview, Dargaville 130 170 Jack, David, Wade 76 Smith, H. T., Richwood, Mititai 917 95° Jedlitschka, Joseph, Upper Waiwera 170 Nil Tapihana and Timoti Makaroa, Pouto "7 161 Jeffs, Charles, Dairy Flat 141 '54 Trounson, James, DargaTille 740 990 Johnstone, H. de H., Kaukapakapa "7 3' Walters, J., Butcher, Dargaville 4' 39 Jones, Mark, Upper Waiwera 55 128 Watson, William, Tangiteroria, Tangihua ... '3° 98 Joyce, W. J., Waiwera 90 3' Webb, Samuel, Rockvale, Mititai 20 Nil Kelly, Thomas, Wade 100 95 Webb, Thomas, Aratapu 100 121 King, J. S., Wainui 86 61 Wilson, Edwin, Te Awamutu, Tangihua ... 180 178 Knudsen, Paul, Parkhurst 89 9i Wilson, Henry, Tangihua 93 108 Laing, A. M. S., Brooklyn "95 193 Young, James, Springhill, Mititai 132 5° Laing, George, Brooklyn 400 400 Laing, G. D., jun., Brooklyn '5 58 14.7O3 16,772 Lambert, R. P., Parakakau 9" 9" Lambert, Wenyl, Upper Waiwera 142 WAITEMATA COUNTY Lamont, T. B., Parakakau 62 (In Auckland Subdivision). Latimer, W., Tuatetua, W'oodhill 97 163 Alison, Alexander, Ferry Co., Auckland ... 23 2 5 Lee, William, Kaukapakapa 200 200 Anderson, Mrs. C. A., Upper Waiwera 90 too Lees and Sons, Thomas, Wade 70 Nil Archibald, James, Glencairn, Parkhurst 54 96 Lees, W. F., Wade 204 Ni". Bailey, Robert, Henderson 32 Lloyd, Trevor, Wade 120 200 Barnes, W. G., Kumeu 28 48 Lochead, David, Dairy Flat 62 62 Bartley, Arthur, Wainui 83 90 Lord, James, Wade 90 Nil Bayer, Fritz, Upper Waiwera 66 85 Lovett, A., Waikomiti 53 5° Bayer, Peter, Upper Waiwera '97 192 Marks, Henry, Oak Bank, Kaukapakapa 45 45 Becher, Andrew, Upper Waiwera 60 81 Martin, H. E., Upper Waiwera 95 •35 Bernecker, Elizabeth, Belmont, Hobsonville 42 45 Mason, Mrs. Jane,Waitakerei 81 Bethell, J. N., Swanson 210 382 Matheson, Thomas, Titirangi 70 86 Bishop, W. T., Titirangi 40 DO M cCathie, J. H., Upper Waiwera 64 92 Boyd, John, Hobsonville 20 12 McCathie,William,Woodlands,UpperWaiwera 45 44 Bridgman, William, Henderson 89 9' McCormiok, John, Henderson 32 43 Brookfleld, S. J., Wainamu, Onehunga •95 462 McEldowney, James, Titirangi 100 100 Brown, Peter, Takapuna 31 Nil McElwain, W. E., Waikomiti 379 394 Buckland, A., South Head, Helensville 455O 468a McEwen, D. J., Parkhurst 1389 90 Carr, E. C, Braeside, Kaukapakapa 36 Nil Meale, G-eorge, Upper Waiwera 98 90 Casey, Nicholas, Sunnyside, Dairy Flat '32 146 Meale, Joseph, Upper Waiwera 80 80 Casey, Patrick, Wade 97 '53 Meikle, William, Swanson Nil Christian, Anthony, Swanson 28 41 Midgley, E. S., Eiwariwa, Hobsonville •55 163 Clark, Henry, Hobsonville 188 233 Moffat, James, Woodend Farm, Wade 100 80 Cochran, Alex., Waikomiti 94 96 Moffat, John,Wade '4 Colgan, James, Mayfield, Upper Waiwera ... 46 60 Monk, Richard, Woodliill 934 889 Cook, Albert, Waiwera 76 "3 Morgan, H., care ofT. Deacon, Kumeu 100 ■5° Cosgrove, Mrs. Ellen, Upper Waiwera 55 80 Morrison, John,Kaukapakapa 69 80 Cottle, James, and Son, Taupaki 33 Mosig, F. S., Waitakerei 18 278 Craven, R. B., Lingcroft, Helensville 182 88 Murray, G. W.. Burnside, Kaulapakapa 140 ■51 Crawford, James, Upper Waiwera 61 70 Murray, A. S., Hafton, Kaukapakapa 243 364 Dacre Brothers, Wade 306 292 Murray, Joseph, Takapuna 94 141 DaTis, William, Waikomiti ... 235 Sf, Naughton, Thomas, Makarau 180 200 Dawson, William, Phosnix, Kaukapakapa ... 164 196 Newman, Charles, Helensville 200 3>6 Deacon, T. W., jun., Kumeu Flat 78 72 Ockleston, Elizabeth, Hobsonville 82 100 Drinnan, John, Kaukapakapa V 95 Oliphant,Peter, Auckland Nil 169 Drinnan, J. and W., Kaukapakapa ... 967 975 O'Neill, John, Waitakerei ... 400 500 H.—23. 20

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. I No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Osbaldiston, Ralph, Kaukapakapa 5* 9 Neilson, Daniel, Onehunga 90 8S Paul, Joseph, junr., Upper Waiwera 86 96 Newoombe, Richard, St. John's College 140 97 Paul, Wenzl, Upper Waiwera i°5 I5S Peach, Jno.,Remuera 97 104 Phillips, John, Paeroa, Woodhill 8 37° Pilkington, James, Panmure 393 226 Phillips, W. and H., Woodhill 128 '83 Ralph, J. G., Sylvia Park, Auckland .48 Polkinghorne, William,Whangaparoa, Wade 120 60 Salmon, Robert, Queen Street, Auckland ... 27 Poynton, Francis, Dairy Plat I.iO Walker, R., Point Chevalier, ArchillP. O.... 18 18 Poynton, J., Wade 262 270 Wood, Ebenezer, Ellerslie 3° 60 Pye, W. A., River View, Redvale 81 I 12 Wood, Knoch, 129, Symonde Street, Auckland 46 Nil Rapson, R. E., The Willows,Kaukapakapa... 190 '97 Wood, W. T., Mount Smart, Onehunga 45 47 Rapson S. S., Ferndale, Kaukapakapa 230 260 Woodward Brothers, Mount Albert 378 37° Reid Brothers, Motutapu, Auckland 4950 5280 Reynolds, Mrs. J. J., Helensville "3 3>693 3.'7° Roberton, B. H., Parakakau 385 Roberts, Thomas, Henderson 80 78 MANUKAXJ COUNTY Robins, A. F., Parakakau 156 177 (In Auckland Subdivision). Russell, Ann, Brookside, Helensville 92 60 Abbott, H. H., Riverside, Tuakau "'5 '3° Russell, David, Taupaki Nil 29 Adams, Joseph, Pukekohe 20 70 Schischka, S., Upper Waiwera 97 100 Aickin, N. P. N., Brookby 64 75 Scott, Edward, Parakakau 130 132 Alexander, Henry, Waipipi '3i 181 Scott, John, Riverdale, Parakakau 115 142 Alexander, Hugh, Clevedon 7i 82 Scott, Miss Alison, Delta Farm, Hobsonville "5 "3 Allen Brothers, Brookby 37 54 Scruby, Samuel, Upper Waiwera 2S 20 Anderson, Andrew, Mangere 396 248 Seymour, Mrs. Mary, Woodhill 10 Nil Angove, W. J., The Willows, Flat Bush ... 55 79 Shanks, Gavin, Kaukapakapa 160 196 Appleby, William, GreenHill, Maungatawhiri 100 45 Shanks, G. B., Rosneath, Kaukapakapa 84 83 Arkle, Jno.,Ponga 40 Nil Shanks, John,Kaukapakapa 76 94 Ashwin, W. C. D., The Willows, Cowes 324 3°3 Shelley, George, Swanson 266 '5° Atchison, Cunningham, GHen G-lush, Clevedon 83 95 Sidwell, F. W., jun., Wade 20 30 Auckland Freezing Co., Westfield, Otahuhu 60 Nil Simcoek, C. P., Kaukapakapa 95 120 Austin, F. G., Cranburn, Pokeno 400 470 Simcock, Joseph, AshfieldFarm, Kaukapakapa 250 266 Badley, R. D., Otahuhu 94 83 Sinclair, John, Sunnyeide, Kaukapakapa 100 97 Bailey, Frank, Clevedon 189 '94 Sinclair, Kobert, H denvale, Kaukapakapa ... 90 99 BairdBrothers, Blair Athol, Ardmore 11 Nil Sinton, A. B., Riverhead 99 J53 Baker, Charles, Mangere 96 82 Sisam, Walter, Arrow Farm, Swanson 11 [ 126 Ballantine, George, Brookby '31 123 Smith Brothers, Whenanui, Helensville 300 Ballard, George, Ilmington, Buckland 156 164 Smith, G. S., Helensville 810 4S6 Ballard, Luke, Drury 181 235 Smythe, Richard, jun., Henderson 197 Barber, Hugh, Mauku West ... 60 90 Smyth, Edward, Waitakerei 280 . 33° Barkley, Joseph, Manurewa 182 190 Smyth, Hibernia, Waikomiti 97 94 Barriball, C. T., Waiuku 189 192 Smyth, Richard, Henderson's Mill 82 96 Barter, A. B., Woodlands, Clevedon 3° 684 Stephens, W. F., Greenhithe, Pine Island ... 29 Nil Bell, Alexander, Pakuranga 209 135 Stevenson, William, Albany 77 266 Bell Brothers, Littlebrook,Hunua 488 483 Stewart, Daniel, Uelensville 393 857 Bell, Mrs. Amelia,Littlebrook, Brookby 122 222 Stoney, W. B., Sea View, Wade 76 76 Bell, James, Clevedon '3 16 Taylor, V. F. K., Waimauku 284 300 Bent, R. A., Waipipi '85 196 Ussher, Thomas, High Street, Auckland Nil 93 Bent, Robert, Waiuku 43 518 Vaughan, George, Long Bay, Redvale 200 300 Biddick, James, St. John's College 100 285 Volkner, John, Albany 73 41 Bilkey, Robert, Pine Farm, Buckland 95 76 Vos, E. L., The Pines, Taupaki 24 27 Bischoff, C. F., Woodlands, Waiuku 33" 382 Walsh, Martin, Pukariui, Kaukapakapa 112 73 Black, James, Papakura 98 62 Walsh, M. D., Makarau, Kaukapakapa 190 244 Bodle, D. and A., Bushy Lodge, Alfriston ... 182 248 Webeter, James, Brightside, Kaukapakapa ... 52 95 Bree, Helier, Whangarata 197 200 Week, J.,jun., Upper Waiwera 192 187 Briddock, Joseph, Manurewa 62 7> White, G. E., Devonport 67 119 Brooks, Richey, Drury 3° 3> Wilkins, Joseph, Waikoukou '95 297 Broomfield, H., Whitford 84 95 Wilson, J. A., Helensville 164 Nil Brown, Henry, Manurewa 72 130 Wilson, Thomas, Wade 75 Nil Browne, E. H., Clevedon 32 45 Wisley, J., Hobsonville 49 53 Browne, H. &., Clevedon 56 Browne, 8. A., Clevedon 220 260 33.549 37.689 Brownhill, William, Bombay 141 83 Bryant, John, Brookside, East Tamaki 100 Nil EDEN COUNTY Buckland, Alfred, Tamaki Heads 157 Nil (In Auckland Subdivision). Bull, H. J., Olevedon 82 98 Ash, Richard, Mount Roskill 13 13 Bull, James, Alfriston 73 8g Blayney, A. H., Kingsland 30 Nil Burgoyne, J. B., Fairfield, Clevedon 200 3°5 Boyle, Alex., Orakei Road, Remuera 100 456 Burns, J. A., Savong, Whangarata 275 427 Briggs, R. S., Parnell 45 2 5 Burnside, D. P., Oaklea, Ardmore 284 94 Coates, Thos., Meadowbank, Remuera 360 300 Burnside, J. H., Ardmore 94 86 Colbeck, Captain W. A., Auckland 20 Nil Butler, James, Hunua 36 96 Dunn, J., Sylvia Hill, Panmure 35 Nil Buttimore, Wm., Bombay 44 16 Duxfield, G. J., Avondale 54 Cairns, James, Cowes 170 191 Glanfield, J., Onehunga 8 Nil Carey, W. and A., Putiki Bay 598 443 Hall, Robert, One-Tree Hill, Newmarket ... 76 40 Cargo, J. M., Otahuhu 5° [09 Hamlin, Mrs., Preston Hill, Panmure 40 Nil Cargo, J.. Otahuhu 111 122 Hawke, G. P., Glendowie, St. Helier's Bay... 98 49 Carruthers, J. J., Whitford 74 97 Hellaby, B. and W., Auckland 696 5'9 Chalmers, J. and G., Packington 50 70 Hoffmann, W. P., Burleigh Park, New Lynn 607 376 ChamberlinBros., Ponui Island, Auckland... 3795 2994 Ireland, Mrs. E., Panmure 61 Nil Chamberlin, Mrs. E. C, Drury •58 198 Martin, W. H., Mount Albert 92 77 Clark, A., Woodside, Pollock Settlement 122 126 Middlebrook, J., St. Mary's Road 17 28 Clark, George, Brookby 395 358 Moody, H., Symond Street 90 '4 Clark, Isaac, Waiau Pah 191 25a Morton, H. B., Customs Street, Auckland ... ]5 37 Clark, James, Karaka, Drury 400 130 Motion, W. C, Kingsland 5i Nil Clark, Joseph, Patumahoe .,, 137 200 21 H.—23.

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Steep on

April 80, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Clark, Joseph, jun., Patumahoe 34 46 Grant, John, Tuakau 92 96 Clarke, Jno., South Road, Drury 9 Nil Gray, E. B., East Tamaki 270 Nil Claude, F. R., Auckland 574 466 Gray, E. B., Cowee 333 400 Climo, B. C, Roundwood Farm, Hunua ... 53 240 Hamilton, Robert, Awitu 268 Couldrey, George, Maraetai 434 486 Hamilton, W. G., Puketapu, Awhitu Central 346 480 Couldrey and Pointer, Maraetai 35 Nil Hancock, John, Razorback, Bombay 5° Nil Coutts, R. A., Clevedon ■97 192 Hanna, Thomas, Cowes [92 198 Cowley, Michael, Springhill, Manurewa 270 37° Hanson, J. H., Alfriston 140 200 Coxhead, Charles, Manurewa 184 423 Harris, A. R., East Tamaki 23S »5° Coxhead, G-eo., Manurewa 200 Nil Harris, Corbett, Waiuku 172 169 Crago, G. J.,East Tamaki 'S8 171 Harris, James, Bombay 67 87 Craig, Robert, Waipipi 242 338 Harris, Major B., Harrisville, Tuakau 122 91 Crawford, Daniel, Mossvale, Clevedon S°° 5°° Hattaway, A. B , Pakuranga 200 190 Crawford, J. and J., Pukekohe 96 195 Hattaway, James, Pakuranga .:. 29 70 Crawford, W. R., Mauku 70 97 Hattaway, Robert, jun.,Pakuranga 200 216 Crispe, Heywood, Stanlake, Mauku 63 Hawthorn, John, Ardmore 90 Nil Croll, A. TL, Cowes 80 90 Henderson, James, Clevedon 12 12 Crosthwaite, C. A., Ramarama .31 Here Napuka (care of T. C. Smith), Eaiana... 213 Day, John, Cowes 190 182 Hickey, P., Whitford 53 45 Dean, William, Pokeno 95 Nil Hill, G-eorge, Thistle Park, Hunua 60 60 De Carteret, S. P., Manurewa- 78 72 Hill, J. A., Merry Lands, Hunua 94 75 Dennes, J. D., Tiritiri Island, Auckland ... 420 Hills, Alfred, Manurewa 100 98 Dick, John, Wellwood, Pollock Settlement... 93 79 Holmes, Richard, Ramararoa 28 Dickey, John, Kohekolie 54 53 Hooks, J. S., Cowes 493 54' Douglas, R. T., Kaiawa 1050 1390 Hori Waitere, Futiki Bay 500 Nil Douglas, William, Kohekohe 100 Hoaking, Caleb, Fernleigh, Waiuku 131 229 Dow, John, Clevedon 283 353 Hoye, George, Clevedon 3° Dromgool, Michael, Homewood, Waiuku ... '75 265 Hoye, William, Ulevedon "5 112 Duder, R. and R., Devonport 520 Nil Hunter. Scott, Mercer 3'9 140 Duder, W. T., Maraetai 55° 5 6 Hyde, Frederick, Tuakau 20 Nil Ellett, Mrs. M. A., Ihumata Farm, Mangare 289 369° Hyde, Thomas, Clevedon 189 291 Ellin, E. M., Waiuku '35 132 Hyde, W. J., Otau, Clevedon 379 287 Elliott, Charles, Clevedon 46 55 Ingram, &., Ramarama 39 •73 Embling, George, Stony Hill, Brookby ■59 140 Jamieson, Archibald, G-lenburne, Pukekohe 274 Embling, Jonathan, Brookby 224 223 Johns, John, Pukekohe 72 Evans, Hugh, Awhitu 222 194 Johnston, J., Otahuhu 120 Farrell, Martha, Kaiawa 20 3° Jones, D., c/o B. G. Hotham, Putiki Bay ... 900 Nil Finley, James, Cowgate, Mauku 24 Nil Jones,Frederick, Allandale, Buckland 162 Nil Fitzgerald, James, Drury 32 Jones, Jonathan, Whitford 100 62 Fitzgerald, John, Drury 100 100 Jones, J. L., Mangere 95 75 Fitzpatrick, Charles, Papakura 597 697 Keane, William, Maraetai 179 252 Flavell, Thos., Hyde Farm, Waiuku 42 110 Keith, James, Maungatawhiri 11 36 Flavell, William, Waitanga Farm, Waiuku... 494 470 Keith, Wm., Maungatawhiri 34 40 Forbes, William, Clevedon 479 490 Kelly, John, Maraetai 328 4«5 French, Alexander, Paparata 173 278 Kelly, Martin, Maraetai 185 289 French, Andrew, Paparata 626 754 Kemp, C. D., Brookby ■39 92 Freehney, J. T., Island Farm, Manurewa ... 129 130 Kemp, Richard, Brookby 411 496 Q-allagher, James, Mauku 236 399 Kennedy, Captain, J. B., Putiki Bay 3550 35 2 9 Q-arland, Bros., Awhitu Central 324 Nil Kiely, John, Ararhnu S. 52 68 Garland, H. P., Awitu Central 37° Kimpton, Frederick, Brookby ,67 194 Garland, John H., Awhitu 200 280 Kirkbride, M. M., Mangere 57 Nil Garland,R. L., Mauku (Trustees in estate of) 5°7 810 Knight, Wiliiam, Brookby 142 94 Garnaut, Henry, Maraetai 64 '5° Lambert, J*. "W., Clevedon '56 142 Garnaut, H., jun., Maraetai 15° Lauer, Frederick, Pukekohe 34 16 Garrett, J. H., Hunua 343 35° Light, 8. P., Kohekohe 136 189 Gearon, W. C., Springfield, Mauku 97 98 Lindsay, James, Pakuranga 95 100 Ghezzi, L., Waiuku 3° 47 Lloyd, William, Brookby 117 13° Gilbert, John, Maraetai 105 97 Loverocfe, Mrs. E., Auckland 33 43 Gill, J. T., Cockle Bay Farm, Howick 254 345 Lyons, R. J., Maungatawhiri 268 94 Gill, T. R. W., Willow Grove, Pakuranga ... 94 2 55 Macfarlane, Robert, Mercer 27 29 Gillard, John sen., Otahuhu 100 50 MackayBrothers, Woodbridge Farm, Bombav 70 Gillard, Thomas, Otahuhu 177 97 Maclean, Every, Howick 295 '74 Gillon, E., Mauku 49 Nil Macpherson, John, Drury 192 257 Gilmore, J. T., Buckland 260 Maher, D., Ramarama <^^ '75 Given, Mary, Pollock Settlement 300 300 Makgill, Captain J.,Waiuku 575 1528 Glasson, Robert, Lin wood, Drury 384 375 Manning, A. W., Taurangarura, Waiuku ... 36 ~75 Goble, Joseph, Waiuku 180 Nil Martin, Bros., Manurewa 537 767 Goldsworthy, J.B., Patumahoe 82 Massey, J., jun., West Tamaki '5 Good, W. T., Prospect Farm, Otahuhu 300 300 Matheson, James, Springbank, Clevedon 165 190 Goodfellow, J. A., Otahuhu 76 '75 Mat heron, John, Paparata, Hunua 735 644' Gordon, James, Karaka, Drury 5' Nil May, Joseph, Ellesmere, Waiuku 258 355 Gordon, William, Happy Valley, Cowee ... 212 272 McAndrew, Donald, Papakura ■93 182 Graham, Peter, Clevedon 63 162 McCallum, J., Parti Island, Parnell P.O. ... '38 21 2 Granger, John, Sherbrook, Whitford 214 289 McCormick, John, Clevedon 87 °7 H.—23. 22

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. .No. of Sheep on ro.oi teep on April 30,1 April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. i 1898. 1897. 1898.

McOrae, Eobert, Hunua 34 44 Scott, John, jun., Mangere 5° McCullough, Robert, Ardmore 162 166 Seales, R. J., Soaldwell Farm, Alfriston 88 96 McDonald, Alex., Pukekohe East 70 80 Selby, G. H., Bald Hill, Waiuku 434 526 McDonald, George, Cleredon 600 596 Sellwood, William,River View, Mercer 200 Nil McDonald, Jamee,Pukekohe East 130 116 Sharp, William, jun., Pukekohe i£ast 98 84 McElwain, J.H., Brooklands, Waiuku 4'3 406 Shaw, Andrew, Clevedon I 12 172 McElwain, J. R., The Grange, Wi.iuku 197 226 Shaw, Daniel, Clevedon 63 85 McElwain, W. R., The Hermitage, Waiuku... 90 76 Shaw, David, Ness Valley 122 9' McGechie and Goldsworthy, Wellwood, 100 Nil Shepherd, 0., Puni •S3 271 Patumahoe Sheridan, A., Pukekohe 26 5° McGinty, James, Maraetai 200 334 Sinclair, M., Cosy Nook, Ararimu South .. '5 McKenzie, Donald, Ness Valley 5* 83 Smeed Brothers, Spring Grove, Whangarata •25 152 McKenzie, Hugh, Ness Bank, Clevedon ■5° 188 Smith, G. D., Manurewa 187 393 McKenzie, R. H., Mangere 3'° 286 Smith, H. W., Hillside, Waiuku 97 77 McLaughlin, W. W., Papatoetoe 58 Nil Smith, J. A., Brooklands, Clevedon 97 97 McLaughlin, W., Papatoetoe 306 420 Smith, S., Razorback 20 McLennan, E. D., Fernaig, Papakura 17 42 "mith, T. E., New Brighton, Kaiaua 1842 1300 McLeod, Robert, Cowes 588 3<>3 Smith, W. A., Waiuku 578 594 McNeil, D., Fair View, Hunua 80 47 Smith, W. S., Brookby 5° Nil McSichol, Archibald, Clevedon 381 398 Somerville, George, Howiek 74 66 Meagher, Mary, Mount Pleasant, Whitford 5' 233 Speechlay, Thomas, jun., Howiek 3' 32 Meikle, T., Brsken Hill, Pollock Settle- 70 99 Stephens, 0. W., Clevedon 290 410 ment Stewart, Alexander, Ness Valley 21 52 Mellsop, A. E., Packington 9 Nil Stimpson, R., Flat Bush 62 Middleton, R. J., Blink Bonnie, Manurewa 490 394 Sutherland, Hugh, Clevedon 43° 45' Mihaka Putiki Bay 200 Sutton, C. W., Ness Valley 60 5° Awatea, 250 Ness Mihi Puhata, Putiki Bay 200 Taylor, John, Cameron Hill, Valley ... 98 '38 Morgan, E., Brookby 99 110 Tebbatt, Alfred, Brookby 35 Nil Muir, James, Brookby 18 10 Thompson, A. S., Panmure 39 Muir, Jno , Rangariri, Kohekohe 287 250 Thompson, James, Cowes 46S 567 Munro, H. S., Clevedon 270 267 Thomson, William, East Tamaki 363 285 Murphy, Mrs. E. ML, East Tamaki 225 228 Thorp, G. F., Brooklands, Clevedon ■52 172 Murray, T. imd A., Ness Valley 182 212 Ihorp, W. H., Beckley, Cle7edon 199 252 Murray, Thomas, sen., Crossmyloof, Clevedon 169 191 Trace, H. M., Sunnyside, Cowes 379 366 Nathan and Co., Wliitford Trail, William, Hunua 74 '80 994 721 Whitford Neil Brothers, Maioro, Waiuku 262 182 Trice Brothers, Poplar Farm, ... 99' 962 O'Brien, A. and E., Putiki Bay 915 862 I rimble, R. J., Papatoetoe 245 Oliver, Aitchison (Executors of), Brookby ... 680 648 Udy, John, Underwood, Pakuranga 8i '4 Orum, Hamlet, Clevedon 294 279 Urqnhart, A. T., Richmond Park, Drury ... 829 789 Oru, Putiki Bay 250 400 Urquhart, A. V., Kempfield, Drury 188 240 Palmer, Mrs. Sophia, Hunua 218 220 Vining, T. L., Kaiaua, 1632 '473 Parrie, Ennis, Cowes 30 Nil Wade, B. and C, Whitford '54 1.I8 Paton, George, Papatoetoe 5° 27 Wallace, Archibald, Mangere 220 22 Paul, Walter, Mangere 200 Wallace, James, Hill-side, Papatoitoi 168 99 Pegler, John, Cowes 297 298 Wallace, Matthew, Hunua 99 '47 Percy, Robert, Wynstead, East Tamaki 290 299 Wallace, Matthew, jun., Hunua 140 140 Peters, W. R., Kaiaua 680 670 Walsh, Henry, Kauri Cleveden 100 251 Phillips, P. D., Clevedon 436 S«9 Walter, G. G., Mauku '73 '95 Pilkington, H. and H. G., Pukekohe 555 404 Walters, W., Papakura 97 75 Pirrit, J. R., Whangarata 73 38 Ward, Isaac, Clevedon 123 98 Pollock, W. S., Hunua 88 107 Waters, F. M., Otahuhu 140 Pope, C, Maungatawiri 33 15 Watson, Helen M., Helenbank, Ardmore ... 29 Nil Porter, Thomas, Mercer 24 Nil Watson, J. H., Rocky Bay, Waiheke 189 222 Potter, H. E., Glenburn, Brookby 140 122 Weir, John, Otahuhu 440 400 Poynton, H. N., Clevedon '33 Weke, Thomson, Putiki Bay 250 200 Price, E. A., Papatoetoe 80 143 West, C. J.,Rose Hill, Waiuku 146 182 Priestly, J. B., Ramarama 9 8 West, J. L., Newlands, Waiuku 254 209 Robert, Ihornville, Bombay Westney, William, Mangere '45 •3° Proude, 400 239 Whitford Pukatara Wiki, Putibi Bay 250 White, L. H., Birch Bush, 69 5° Pullan, Wm., Greenhill, Pakuranga 260 400 Whitechurch, Henry, Trent Farm, Brookby 38 Nil Pye, John, Pollock via Mauku 194 Whyte, Alexander, Onehunga 127 100 Ranginui Tβ Kaihe, Putiki Bay 120 259 Wilkinson, Thomas, Woodlands, Pukekohe... '43 140 Reed, O., Maungatawhiri ■5° Willis Bros., Papakura 94 241 Reed, G. W., Ardmore 83 72 Wills, F. J.,Fair View Farm, Mangere 678 598 Reid, S. H., Alfriston, 83 75 Wills, W., Whitehall, Whitford 32 36 Reid. T. D., Reid Park, Waiuku 783 694 Wilson, G. A., Hunua 675 631 Rhodes, Mrs. M. A. E., Hivnua 492 45° Wilson, J. E., Rowandell, Clevedon 38 55 Roberts, Charles, Panmure 61 82 Wilson, J. R., Kaianga, Hunua 493 562 Robinson, Albert, Mangere 265 220 Wilson, J. S., Woodville, Clevedon 393. 323 Robinson, Nathan, Mangere '52 Nil Wily, H. E. R. L., The Falls, Manku 37' 436 Robson, W., Howick ■83 180 Woodhouse, F. H. (care of J. Watson), 800 Rollett, George, Papatoetoe 66 51 Waiheke Hrotliers, Manurewa Woodward, W. G., Spring Bank, Waiuku ... 112 120 Rollet 127 '39 6 Roose, Eliiah, Pukekohe 45° 465 Worthington, R., Paerata Park, Pukekohe... 5 4 500 Roulston Brothers, Pukekohe "34 167 Wright, F. L., Drury 46 "86 Routly. John,Pukekohe 176 180 Wright, Henry, Hunua 490 480 M. B., Pukekohe 121 Wright, J. H., Boscame, Pukekohe 73 72 Routly, 130 60 Roy, P. O., Papanui Farm, Papikura 81 207 Wyllie, James, Papatoetoe Nil Ruthe, CaptainW., Taratarou (Auckland) ... 298 485 Wyllie, Thomas, and Son, Papatoetoe 90 Rutherford, J. &., Bombay 357 Yates, Edward, Brookby 24 Nil 387 Mauku Sanford, Albert, Rakino, Auckland 658 Zinzan, L. V., 375 389 Sclilaepfer Jacob, Helvetia, Pukekohe 409 3'6 Sehlaepfer Brothers, Hukekohe 365 444 83.357 91,287 Schmitt, Mre. Aloys, Fr-nkfurt, Clevedon ... '5 23 H.—23.

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

WAIKATO COUNTY Patterson, John, Ngaruawahia 300 287 (In Waikato Subdivision). Paton, H. J., Hautapu IOI4 Nil Allright, T. N., Newstead S»8 306 Peterson, R., Tamahere 209 Alwill, Jared, Redwood, Cambridge 240 33 Pettegrew, Gavan,BurnbraeFarm, Waerenga I2O 191 Arnold, John, Cambridge 294 594 Pickering, M. H., Fernando, Hautapu 447 406 J. Glen Alvon, Huntly 46 53 Powell, George, Taupiri 295 142 Bailey, P., Lowood, Kirikiriroa Ball and Barker, Bell Vere, Rangiriri I IO 117 Primrose Brothers, 398 374 Banks, Norman, Gwynn Lodge, Cambridge... 520 1100 Qualtrough, Thomas, Hamilton 5° 70 Barugh, Joseph, Wartle Farm, Hamilton ... 846 898 Ealph, R. K., Huntly IS 1 242 Kenningstock, Cambridge 48 Ramsay, Andrew, Tawhere 11 12 Beer Broi hers, ... 78 80 Bloomfield Brothers, Tamahere 382 44,7 Reed, H. E., Waerenga 33 Bolton, Patrick, Bellydahan, Huntley 323 688 Reid, Walter, Rangiriri 99 100 Bradley, Thomas, Meadowbank, Te Aroha ... 355 800 Rhodes, Edward, Tamahere 560 690 Brindle, H., Cambridge 21 Roberts, Charles, Cambridge 253 42 Bruce, Daniel, Waerenga 38S 299 Ross, JameH, The Flat, Waerenga 65 52 82 81 Ross, William, Waerenga 400 473 Bruce, Donald, Waeranga 86 W. J. R., Waerenga 281 254 Rumney, N., Taupiri 89 Bruce, 66 G. Marshmeadows, Newstead 5° 55° Butler, Martin, Hope Farm, Cambridge ... 81 Runciman, A., Tamahere 500 Rutherford, J. G., Bombay 282 Nil Casey, Andrew, 738 Kirikiriroa Chitty, Walter, Brooklyn, Kirikiriroa 600 700 Seddon, F. R., Knighton, 387 393 Clark, James, Waerenga 25 Selby, William, the Poplars, Cambridge >9S 453 Skelton & Green, Whangamarino, Mercer P.O. 85 Coates, I., Hamilton 499 494 86 Cowling, Samuel, Hautapu 337 624 Smith, J., Matahuru Freshfield, Taupiri 37 67 Smith, J. H., Waerenga 164 136 Cox, E. B., 4421 88 Cursons, Edward, Matahura 99 ■56 Souter, A. L., Cambridge 256 Davis, C. A., Silverdale, Kirikiriroa 10 194 Storey, F., Kowlia Farm, Waerenga 306 290 Cambridge Day, Cornelius, Penearrow, Tamahere 1146 683 Swayne, Robert, The Oaks, 94 46 Douglas Brothers, Sunnyside, Kirikiri Road > Taylor, James, Cambridge '37° 598 Douglas, E. M., Q-orton Lodge, Waerenga ... 496 690 Taylor, William, Elvers Green, Taupiri 120 165 Douglas, W. M., Bruntwood, Cambridge ... 781 949 Thomas, Brothers, Cambridge ■55 Nil Grove, Cambridge 1200 Tilsey, George, Rangiriri S6 Edson, J. L , The 693 2018 Nil Eecott, William, Cambridge 117 95 Tremearne, John, Waerenga Waerenga 266 Nil Trubshaw, William, Tamahere 53 202 Fagan, W. S., Kirikiriroa Farrer, M. G., Bankwood, Hamilton .13° 381 Vickers, William, 99 Findlay, W., Miranda 339 290 Vincent, Charles, Maramarua 495 394 J., Cambridge 221 169 Walford,;A., Taupiri 215 96 Forrest, J. Cambridge 107 Furze, Arthur, Tamahere 24 Ward, G., Torview, 140 A., Matahuru Gorge, Matahuru 112 82 Waring, A. H., Taupiri 40 52 Q-all, Cambridge 116 272 Geake, W. H., Taupiri 288 343 Watt, George, Gerrand, James, Waikeke, Rangiriri 70 52 Wheeler A. T. F., Tamahere 3° 45 60 1 20 Whewell, W. R.. Bracken, Tamahere 60 19 Gibb, Henry, Bethanga, Churchill Nil Itmesfallen, Ohaupo 1400 1279 White, T. H., Ferndale, Taupiri 98 Gillett, Henry, Narrows, Hamilton Richard, Peach Grove, Hamilton 25 10 Windsor Henry, The ... 177 Nil Gillett, ... Cambridge 290 Nil Green, F. W., Kareketaketa, Mercer 39 Nil Wright,'W. H., Young, John, Fairlie, Waerenga 100 Gregory, M. W., Ti Rangi Farm, Mercer ... 35° 463 85 Mount Pleasant, Tawhare 18 Nil Gregsby, George, 6 Guillard, P. L., Matahuru 22 17 7 .573 74,948 Hall, H. H., Daisy Farm, Kirikiriroa 90 121 [ RAGLAN COUNTY Hall, Jeffery, Taupiri ■ 1 11 Rosewood, Cambridge (In Waikato Subdivision). Hall, Samuel, 43 4' Waingaro M., Farm, Hamilton 77 120 Allen, John, The Cliffs, 272 698 Hall, T. Hibbs Brothers, Fairlands, Mercer Hally, James, Cambridge j>5 Nil Anderson 58 48 R., Cambridge, 16 Annandale, A. F.,Puehunui, Glen Murray ... 423 47S Hannon, Hatewai, Glen Murray ... 270 C. and A., Huntley 62 100 Annandale, Frank, 404 Hill, Te Uku 20 16 Hill, J. R- and Mary, Huntly 98 3°5 Armstrong, W. J., J. Mercer 57 Arnaboldi, W. J., Clifton, Glen Murray ... 221 200 Hodgson, H., 7' Matilda, and Co., Rangiriri 273 289 Barker, Mrs. Harapipi 5° 42 Hooton, W. Glen Murray '95 Hubbard, Mrs. Emma, Huntley 496 399 Barton, Henry, '43 John, Waerenga 757 79° Bates, S. J., Karamu 47 67 Jefferis, William, Te Maka Nil Joy, Samuel, jun., Taupiri 9 Nil Billington, 55 John, Springvale, Kirikiriroa 279 37° Bregmen, James, Te Mata 100 78 Kenny, The Peninsula, Okete 1662 Lindsay, B. and B., Waerenga 235 Bruce, Francis, 1675 Robert, Waerenga 80 55 Bruce, Mrs. Margaret,Whatawhata 200 100 Lindsay, Waingaro 1200 1200 Lovell, Mrs. R. E., Taupiri 140 '5° Bull, H. C, Hot Springs, Ambrose, Hautapu 500 5°° Burgess, J. &., Northarm, Waingaro 564 594 Main, Roherohe, Okete 100 Main, Alfred, Hautapu 652 75' Bushby, Rose N., Te 24 Farm, Waingaro »5° 100 Manktelow, W. J., Newstead 40 Nil Coates, 0., Birchwood Richard, Taupiri... 82 100 Cogswell Brothers, Mohoriki, Waingaro 88 127 Martin, Mrs. Blackwood, Te Uku Mrs. E., Broadmeadows, Cambridge 1331 M63 Cogswell,W. P., Lady Down, 278 263 Martyn, Patrick, Harapipi 200 60 Matchett, R. D., Matahura 100 Corcoran, Hautapu 300 Covert and Davenny,Waitetnna 114 163 May, J., Dashwood, J. H., jun., Port Waikato 90 142 Mclnnes, George, Maramarua 130 165 Maungatawhin Valley Davies, James, Harapipi ■65 McKillop, John, 497 598 Waitetuna McMurray, J. H., Hautapu 100 Nil Daw, W. W., 449 300 Colonel C, ValleyRun, Te Akatea... 1200 •4'5 McPherson, J., Drumrossie, Kirikiriroa ,67 181 Dawson, Alexander, Waerenga Nil 2500 Dickey, E. M., Karamu 294 MeRae, Donney, Maurice, Waimai 257 5 6 Morgan, J. D. P., Pukeroro, Hautapu 4i 696 4 Cambridge '5 Nil Duncan, John, Churchill 274 394 Morgan, Thomas, Hills 18 26 Assn., Ld., Woodlands, E. Taupiri 38061 343°6 Duncan, William, Newlands, Surrey ... N Z L. Pepepe 95 45° L. & M. A. Co., Woodside, Newetead... 2373 2382 Eyre, Charles, n'z. Huntly 257 53 Eyre, Oswald, Birkenhead 283 400 Nicholls, J. H., ... Karamu 180 River View, Ngaruawahia 1 r 29 Finlayson, David, 190 Nicol, Alexander, Flat, Ngaruawahia E. J., Riverslea, Rangiriri 394 54° Foster, J. H., Punga 48 35 Parker, Fullerton Brothers, Whatawhata 80 Patereon, Thomas, Ngaruawahia 27 Nil 5—H. 23. H.—23. 24 AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of 8heep on

April 30, April 30, April 30, April30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

G-alvan, John, Te Mata 20 Waring, A. H., Taupiri Gibb, A. and R., Churchill 7i 3° Watson, W; J-, Pepepe 98 Nil G-ibbison,W., Okete 400 426 Wheeler, W. E. and E., Waingaro 35° 457 Godsell, John, Pepepe 500 Nil Willis, G. and H., Waimarama 60 97 Godsell, Mrs. Margaret E., Pepepe 35° 890 Wilson, Brothers, Waingaro 890 900 Grant, W. H., Pirongia West 112 192 Wilson, Mrs. Lydia, Okete 131 141 HammondBrothers,Rangiaputa, GlenMurray 433 788 Wilson, W. A., Te TJku 123 Nil Harris, Mrs. L. J., Harrisville, Huntly 73 98 Worsp, H., Mangatea, GHen Murray 2560 2932 Hewitt, B. I)., Waimai 35' S3S Wright, Charles, Te TJku 47 20 Hill, E. B., Wivelscombe, Te Uku 90 Zolfel, Heinrieh, Karamu '54 •S3 Manurewa 1240 Hills, A., 656 g Hills, S. J.,Wairamarama 226 420 5 .59° 65,448 Hodgson, I., Homewood, Harapipi te Eore... 238 433 HuntBrothers, Btiarlands, Karamu 86 47 WAIPA COUNTY Hunt, Timothy, Mercer 294 299 (In Waikato Subdivision). Jackson, F. &., Taupiri 11 7 Aldereon, William, Tuhikaramea 75 73 Jackson, J.F., Ruapuke, Aotea 190 258 Alexander, T. A., Harlaw, Hamilton 138 100 James, W. H., Pirongia 42 38 Anderson, James,Pukerimu, 791 74S Johnson, J. A., Mercer 68 roo Anderson, Thomas, Kihikihi 80 5° Johnston, H., Port Waikato 18 ■9 Bainbridge, Thomas, Pirongia 4i 25 Johnstone Brothers, Haroto, Okete 389 393 Bk. N.Z. Est. Co., Beere's Court, Matamata 76 Nil Jordan,William, Kaniwhanawha, Karamu ... 90 170 Bell, H. J., QueenwoodFarm, Pirongia 130 5° Keat, James, Huntley 100 160 Bettley, John, Hamilton '5 25 Kelsey, C, Oldbury, Wairamarama 651 814 Booth, A., jun., Knorp's Farm, Ngaruawahia 180 7° Lascelles, B. F., Kauroa, Okete 1247 Nil Bosanko, John,Te Awamutu '31 140 LaTrobe, J. A., Te Uku 59 7 1 Bosanko, Richard, Te Awamutu 250 219 LaTrobe, R. E., Red Hill, Raglan 17 Nil Bowden, Charles, Te Awamutu 195 60 Lawson, F. C, Wairamarama 248 363 Bowman, F. W., Pukiti, Ngaruawahia 2 5' Nil Litchfield, A. S., Spring Grove, Okete 300 1600 Bryant, J. T., Te Awamutu "85 Nil Long, A., Marydale, Karamu "55 Nil Bukowsky, J. C, Ohaupo 21 44 Lowry, J. R., Tuapapa, Glen Murray 284 686 Bycroft, John, Avon Farm, Ngaruawahia ... 488 496 Marshall, W. H., Parapaneke, Churchill ... "83 108 Caley, R. H., Ohaupo 182 267 Martin, J. Ngaruawahia 281 198 Carboy, Patrick, Whatawhata 23 Mason, H. Hamilton, Waitanoa, Aotea 308 Nil Carter, Richard, Tuhikaramea 38 Nil Matthew, Charles, Waingaro 670 682 Oavanagh, Daniel, Ngaroto 20 Matthew, H., Te Uku, Raglan S64 485 Churches, George, Te Awamutu 294 198 McDonald, C. E., Okete 260 293 Clow, William, Ngaruawahia ... 17 H McDonald, J. K., Waikomako, Waingaro ... 58 160 Corboy, Mrs. Mary, Kihikihi 90 20 McJannet, A. R., Te Poweka, Raglan 269 Corrigan, James, Ohaupo 50 Nil McKinnon Brothers, Ohinewai 1710 1460 Coyle, Patrick, Te Awamutu 74 8 McRae, M., Strathconan, Pepepe 45° 5 2 S Cubis, A., Pukerimu 5° Tβ Moon, George, Raglan 20 200 Cunningham, Robert, Awamutu 128 249 Moon, G. H., Te Uku 194 242 Davys, James, Tuhikaramea 140 Nil Moon, John, Te Uku 585 691 Dillicar, Richard, Hamilton 27 23 Murray Brothers, Mercer 1025 800 Doudican, J., Pirongia 9' 29 Murray, J. H., Leafmore, Glen Murray 262 341 Fisher, John, Clivedale, Te Awamutu 81 53 Murray, W. A., Bothwell, Glen Murray 1996 2596 Fry, John, Ngaroto 138 278 Newson, 0. M., Fairmount, Wairamarama ... 400 4°3 Gane, Joseph, Richmond Hall, Ohaupo 35° 300 Noble, Robert, Hamilton 396 580 Germann, F. C, Fernie Bank, Paterangi ... 135 212 N.Z. Land Association, Te Akau, Raglan '745° >7532 Gibson, Brothere, Te Awamutu 97 250 Paterson, W. H., Hot Springs, Glen Murray 4°4 283 Gibson, R. J., Te Awamutu 100 40 Picken, Samuel, Waingaro 3°5 45 6 Goodfellow, H. and J.,Te Awamutu 1108 1048 Pretty, Joanna, Green Hill Farm, Waitetuna Nil Gribble, W. J., Brookfleld, Hamilton W. ... 275 192 Proctor, George, Aotea, Kawhia 1000 400 Grice, W, and Co., Roto-o-Rangi, Cambridge 7'33 6972 Rathborne, R., Bally more, Ngaruawahia 2 39 265 Hall, J. M., Acacia Hill, Hamilton 39° 360 Richards, G. M., Tamatakoi, Waingaro 240 275 Hall, J. M., Pirongia, Alexandra 64 48 Rielly, James, Harapipi 36 5 2 Hall, Robert, Pirongia 294 291 Rintoul, James, Woodlands, Ruapuke 400 2 54 Heather, A. B., Te Kainga, Ohaupo H Nil Rollo, Da-rid, Harapipi 381 360 Henderson, Jenny, Kihikihi 24 Nil Ross, John, Karamu 66 Nil Higginson, J. A., Pirongia 26 5° Rutherford, H. V., Wairamarama 537 2372 Hill, Mrs. Mary Ann, Hamilton 11 3° Seavill Brothers, Ashdale, Waingaro 1518 1900 Hollier, Thomas, Te Awamutu 54 48 Shilson, A. D., Waingaro 628 640 Hughes, T. H., Ohaupo 60 Sinclair, G. A., Awaroa, Glen Murray 39 34 Hunt, Thomas, Riverslea, Tamahere 114 Smi)h, R. C, Waitetuna '77 Hunt, William, Hay Gate, Ngaruawahia ... 746 653 Smith, R. V., Sunnyside, Te Uku 273 191 Hunter, W. J., Ohaupo 12 52 Stevenson Brothers, Pepepe 363 Hurd-Wood, Ck A., Hamilton 149 191 Strong, John, Harapipi ;

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT— continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April30, April 30,3 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Cambridge ... 300 Mrs. 400 Brunskill, W. S., Woodford, 265 Martyn, A. L., Ohaupo Buckland, Cambridge Menghini, M., Ohaupo 42 39 Buckland and Batanui, 592 446 Burnett, F. W., Walton 996 556 May, John,Lake Farm, Ngaroto 72 77 Nil Mrs. Ngaroto '5 70 Campbell, D., Cambridge 100 McCabe, Margaret, Walton 600 650 McDonald, N., Kihikihi 20 Nil Campbell, D., Wangaitui, Pirongia i8o Cliepmell, William, Kiwitahi 346 374 McKinnon, Donald, 40 Waihou 35 Hamilton 94 100 Cochrane, J. A. & J., Orongomairoa, 300 McKnight, S., Morrinsville 45° McMiken, J. and T., Tuhikaramea 4co Cole, F., 274 584 Cox, E. Y., Shaftesbury 1418 Nil McNicol, John, Lochiel, Ohaupo 632 805 218 J. Hamilton 210 Douglas, E., Matamata 300 Melville, D., 422 Te Aroha 838 Moffatt, John, Whatawhata 214 Farmer, A., Manawaru, 650 Floyd, G., Waotu 190 87 Moncrief, H., Kihikihi 99 192 57 Morrish, J.F., Ohaupo 25 2 5 Gray, E. H., Maungatapu, Morrinsville 53 Gubbins, A. W., Kiwitahi 142 Munroe, D., Paterangi 284 223 300 Nicholson, R. H., Carlton, Ngaruawahia 216 194. Hamer Price, Cambridge ... Putaruru 1 Norman & Grove, 18 70 Hardy, Alfred, Pokaiwhenua, 47 336 Davys, Spring Hamilton... 25 20 Ohaupo 56 80 Haseler, Henry, Tirau Norris, W., Mungahou, Hinueaa 2 Norrish, Richard, Ohaupo 75 Nil Heany, William, 191 >S Te Awamutu 60 2 5 Herries, W. H., Shaftesbury 19s 433 North, W., Hazelmere, Okoroire Nil 129 112 Hine, A. R., Woodstock, 3720 O'Brien, Patrick, Ngaruawahia Morrinsville 2197 O'Connor Brothers, The Pines, Te Awamutu 400 45° Horrell, J., 2980 C. Wai Cambridge Hosking, J. T.,|Tapapa 90 9' Percy, W., Valley Farm, 698 554 Walton 680 Potts, J. Ngaroto IS 22 Hunt, M. F., Eversley, 738 T., Richmond Walton 10 Nil Raynes, James, Hamilton West 28 26 Hunter, Thomas, Hill, ... Larney, Mrs. Lawreston, Morrinsville 595 400 Keid, W., Tuhikaramea 200 380 M., ... 2262 Rhodes, H., Paterangi 470 Larney, N. A., Te Kahia, Morrinsville 219S Latimer, John, Waharoa 15 16 Rice, Peter, Paterangi 45 2 192 Nil 3° 28 Marshall, F. J., Morrinsville 247 Richdale, H., Paterangi Pakarau, Morrinsville ... 182 Rosborough, Thomas, Harapipi 5 oo 600 McDonald, James, 187 McDonald, Thomas, Pakarau,.Morrinsville ... 92 100 Rushbrook, —., Beeris Court, Hamilton ... 243 68 100 McNichol, Duncan, Waiorongomai 29 Ryburn, James, Paterangi 7i Te Aroha West Nil J. 22 McSweeney, John, 22 Scott, H., Paterangi 486 Te Aroha 106 Pukerimu 12 10 Morrison, Archibald, jun., 124 Scott, William, Walton 26 Searancke, Walter, Alexandra Nil 90D Murray, C. N., Lezayre, 58 Murray, E. D., Otterburn, Walton 382 45° Shepherd, B. C, Woodside, Hamilton 297 '97 Hautapu 82 Shepherd, William, Hamilton Nil 36 Norris, G. T., Taotaoroa, 46 2 N.Z. L. & M.A. Co. (Ld.), Gorton, Cambridge 1998 965 Sing, F., Paterangi 74 5 Walton C. Te Awamutu 794 N.Z.L. & M.A. Co. (Ld.), Lansdowne, 4255 4003 Storey, J., Woodstock, 900 Land Co. Lichfield Hamilton N.Z.Thames Valley (Ld.), 18664 15898 Sutton, Ada, 199 Morrinsville W. A. Kent Hamilton 75 Nil N.Z. L. M. Co., Mangateparu, 762 1299 Sutton, P., Farm, ... Elderbauk, Waihou 200 102 Taylor, W., Green Hill, Te Awamutu 1130 990 Perreal, William, Ponui Tangihaere, Mangakawa, Cambridge... 180 Nil Thompson, W. J.,Te Awamutu 2 5 180 Tierney, Michael, Ngaroto 70 Nil King, W. C, Mangawhara, Hinuera 580 61 Roche, E. F., Shaftesbury 5° 5° Totty, George, Paterangi '3 21 Vickers, C. B., Frosterly Farm, Tuhikaramea 90 97 Rowe, J. H., Te Aroha Rowe, Thomas, Waihou Nil Vickers, F. J., Tuhikaramea 10 Nil 358 Shaw Brothers, Glenburn, Tauwhare 620 665 Voice, William, Te Awamutu 26 12 182 Vosper, William, Dengley Dell, Cambridge... '73 190 Stark, Richard, Walton '37 Taylor, James, Te Ano, Cambridge 3413 4092 Wallace, A., Te Awamutu 337 Nil 2 Tutchen, J., Hinuera 655 Walker, Thornton, Moana, Cambridge 5720 597 1268 Hamilton 200 Williams, Mrs. W. L. C, Waihou r24O Walter, Thomas, The Lake, 354 Hinuera Tamahere 30 Wilson, J.L., Mangawhara, <3"5 2644 Way, G., The Narrows, 89 Te Aroha 70 Weal, James, Te Awamutu 100 10 Wood, John, Woodville Park, ... 41 Webb, J. H., Paterangi 291 254 184,516 Wheeler, A. B., Te Awamutu 62 194,789 Williamson Rukuhia, Brothers, Hamilton ... 6873 6889 AND Williamson, James, Ohaupo 40 47 WEST TAUPO KAWHIA Willoughby, William, 100 COUNTIES Ohaupo 90 Subdivision). Wyman, W. H.. Te Kowhai, Ngaruawahia ... '39 22 (In Taupo Ahuta te Ngare, Kihikihi 56 60 40,166 40,701 Anderson, Thomas, Te Zuiti '5° 185 Bayly, Brothers, Awakino 1824 Nil PIAKO COUNTY Black Brothers, Awakino 35 720 Waikato Subdivision). Briscoe, R. D., Awakino 199 39.5 (In Te Mata 21 Aitken, W., Kereone East, Morrinsville 4834 4657 Cornille, Theodore, 147 Elliott and Bayley, Awakino 4795 497° Allen, W. S., Annandale, Piako 1728 1990 Nil Ashwin and Son, Shaftesbury 77' Elliot, J. B., Awakino 230 11026 Ellis, J. V., Otorohanga 40 273' Auckland Agricl. Co., Fencourt, Cambridge 9777 260 Auckland Agricultural Co., Horahora, Tirau 7687 10788 Emery, Wm., Otorohanga 193 Auckland Agricultural Tirau... 23105 21688 Given, Richard, Ruapuke, Aotea '5° 142 Co., Okorire, and Te Mania 3° 220 Auckland Agricultural Co., Paparamu Tirau 5O5 2 5°5 2 Gorrie, M. K., Kihikihi Grice, James, Waimanu, Kihikihi 1056 1076 Auckland Agricultural Co., Waihou 17400 16844 600 Bk. N.Z. Est. Co., Lockerbie, Morrinsville •8355 19374 Hapita, Heta, Tokaanu 500 Haare Waaka, Tokaanu 592 Bank of N.Z. Est. Co., Matamata 34903 33085 Nil of N.Z. Est. Co, Waihou Harrison, T. M., Victoria Arcade, Auckland 4700 Bank Rangiatea, 7765 4686 200 181 Bank of Est. Co., Walton... Hemi Mokena, Kihikihi N. Z. Richmond, 8410 8361 Te Kuiti 245 Barker, Thomas, Tapapa Nil Hetet, George, 396 24 Paerata and others, Tihoi, Tokaano S'3° Barr, Mathew, The Bon Falls, Putaruru ... 285 285 Hitiri te 5000 Bell, James, Itiwitiki, Clevedon 1600 1600 Hira te Akau, Poaru, Tokaanu 710 1000 Te Kuiti 100 '54 Bellamy, Thomas, Ngutungumanga, Waihou '34 80 Hori Rangihapainga, Bernrose, M., Shaftesbury 1042 Horopapera Mauparaoa, Galatea 100 Borrie, John, Andmore, Waihau 48 49 Houston, Joseph, Awakino 109 ■95 Hughes, W. T., Pirongia 212 289 Brown, J. S., Hinuera 187 25 Kuiti Browning, F. W., Avooa, Tauhare 60 70 Ka Kereti, Whakapourangi, Te 300 290 Bruce, John, Mangakirikiri, Cambridge 3' Nil Karanga 'i'amaii, Atiamuri ... 4s 33 H.—23. 26

AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. Wo. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30,1 Apiil 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. I i898.

Katipa te Awarahi, Kakepuku 200 200 Pieta Kotuku, Galatea 200 253 Kay, W. Ot., Kihikihi 92 5° Pukepuke, Eawhiri, Galatea 338 400 Keepa, Puataata, Tokaanu 5820 3640 Eenati Te Hi, Te Whaiti Eotorua 3° Nil Kerekeha Huirangi, Kihikihi 21 Nil Bere Moana, Takaliia, Oranui. Tapu 200 220 King, Charles, Otoronga 500 Eewi Eangiamio, Ahikereru, Galatea 281 180 S., Mokau Eewiti te Eakaherea, Te Toko, Taupo 200 200 Knuckey, Wm. 285 380 Nil Kupe Ngatoko, Otorohanga 100 Sheriff, David, Eotorua 65 Langley, A. E., Kawhia 2000 Nil Taiawhio, Whakarewarewa, Eotorua I05 '37 Lever, J. F., Awakino 300 600 Takerei, H., Waiotapu, Eotorua 481 394 Mahuri Tawharoa, Te Kuiti 100 Te Akai Eawinia, Waiotapu 100 Manawaiti, Te Kuiti 131 >52 Te Hau te Pirihi, Whakarewarewa, Eotorua 100 Nil Mariu, Kerehi, Tokaanu 167 478 Te Kiato, Waiotapu 5° Matenga Hapi, Tokaanu i°3 "5° Te Konui Moe, Eotorua 40 72 Mika, Tokaanu 9° 142 Te Purewa, Te Ngare, Eotorua 102 Miri Eangi Toheriri, Atiamuri 100 Tepu Eewa, Eotorua 100 Ngahiwi, Te Kuiti 40 40 Te Eohu te Waaka, Whakarewarewa, Eotorua 90 '38 Ngano Eauroha, Kihikihi 75 Nil Te Tawhi, Pakeha, Galatea 20 20 Ngaparu, Poro-o-Tarao 100 120 Te Tokoihi Pakapaka, Eotorua 5° Ngapuke, G. Blake, Tokaanu 140 Te W aaka, Opepe, Taupo 93 89 c/o 63 Tβ Ngarama Hatua, KiMkihi 200 Nil Whiringa Tawera, Oranui 200 '3' Ngatokuwaru, Te Kuiti 141 180 Te Whiwhi Tarawera, Oraki Koraki 132 Old John, Mahoe^mi 358 483 Te Wirimu, Galatea 103 235 Ormsby, John,Pirongia 109 Nil Tiamu Hemopo, Oranui, Taupo 100 201 Pairama, Te Kuiti 200 Turpin, E., Waiotapu 3000 Pakau and Tohe, Tokaanu "5° Waratine Te Waea, Galatea 100 197 Parameta Patena, Tokaanu 1150 Wikiriwhi te Tuaahu, Eotorua i>3 175 Patena Hoko papake, Tokaanu 1891 •59° Wi Pauro teWhareaitu, Whakarewa, Eotorua 72 97 Pateriki te Aue, Tokaanu 193 121 Wi Tautika, Waiotapu 80 Pohetawhana, Te Kuiti 100 100 Puku, Anderson, Te Kuiti 203 6,233 10,787 Eangi Katana, Te Waotu 40 Nil Bangi Moeakau, Kihikihi 100 COBOMANDEL COUNTY Eaniri, Otorohanga 684 Nil (In Auckland Subdivision). Eeardon, James, Mokau 300 Bewick, Miss C, Whitianga 204 Nil Benata Ngahana, Tokaanu 300 •45 Blackmore Brothers, Coromandel 188 246 Eigg and Mainwaring, Kihikihi > 506 Bolton, Mary, Wairore, Cabbage Bay 78 61 Eobison and Beeves, Paparahia, Awakino ... 6 39 1290 Bronland, A., Port Charles 300 353 Eobieon, W. C, Tehoi Taupo 5°3° Bronland, EL, Port Charles 94 112 Eohutu More, Kihikihi 90 Brophy, Thomas, Whitianga "37 •S2 Searancke, W., Hauwai Kopua Kakepuku ... 684 288 Brown, Haeata, Manaia, Coromandel 25 Nil Short, W. H., Parawera, Kihikihi 170 98 Carey, Eobert, Port Charles '5° 149 Smallman, S. H., Tokaanu 500 500 Chambers, Thomas, Cabbage Bay 112 193 Street, H. H., Awakino 8 99 Davis, Mrs. L. A., Driving Creek, Coromandel 20 22 Tawari, Tokaanu 270 300 Dawson, Herbert, Mercury Island, Kuaotunu 1007 1879 Te Heuheu Tukino, Taupo 2046 Elmslie, W., Coromandel 22 8 Te Kuru Poinga, Tokaanu 46 35 Evans, John, Cabbage Bay 21 22 Teretiu, Kihikihi 75 9° Poster, George, Corooandel 428 549 Te Whetu, Tokaanu 61 88 Goudie, T. C, Cabbage Bay 3'5 362 Titi, Te Kuiti 5° Hamilton, David, Bush Park, Whitianga ... 171 H2 Tohiraukura, Tokaanu 295 296 Hamilton, William, Whitianga 290 Toki, Anderson, Te Kuiti ■5 2 Hamuera Horiri, Manaia, Coromandel 322 324 Tongariro, Kei, Kihikihi 5° 70 Harold, P. L., Tapu 25 183 Turner, Thos., Otorohanga 220 274 Hartig, Henry, Whitianga 57 84 Wairoa, Wairoa, Tekuiti 100 no Hohepa Mataitana, Parawai "45 • 98 Wai Eehu Eupena, Tokaanu 700 James, S., Coromandel 571 700 Waiuku, Kihikihi 150 ■5° Jeffcoat,E., SpringValley Farm, Cabbage Bay 157 198 Wautu Herangi, Kopura, Pirongia 500 Nil Kerr, William, Port Charles 186 197 Whitinui, Te Kuiti 600 3° Lynch, John, Coromandel 1100 M5° Wiremu Hohepa, Tokaanu 300 400 Mackay, Hector, Gum Town 94 72 McCall, S. C. L., Coromandel 7> 39.443 43.942 McGregor, John, Malagawatch, Whitianga 162 198 McKay, J. D., Eiverslea, GumTown 88 118 BAST TAUPO AND EOTOEUA McKay, Murdoch, Gumtown 69 Nil COUNTIES McLoughlin, John, Glenmore, Tapu 260 272 (In Bay of Plenty Subdivision). McPherson, D. H., Mercury Bay 18 Nil Aterea te Kanohi, Eotorua 3° 42 Meiha Tupara, Cabbage Bay 21 36 Brown, William, Te Whiti, Eotorua 436 Nil Muir, W. B., Big Bay, Cabbage Bay 29 Crowther, J., Tauhara, Taupo 3° 35 Nairn, Charles, Sandy Bay, Port Charles ... 92 104 Erueti Hohepa, Eotorua 46 16 Otto, Andrew (Eetate of), Cabbage Bay 168 Graham, E. B., Wairakei, Taupo 884 Parker, Samuel, Beeson's Island, Coromandel 554 694 Hemi Heremaia, Eotorua 11 Pearce, P. G., Kapanga, Coromandel 12 7 Hieki Koura, G-alatea 300 Nil Piro Piro Neha, Cabbage Bay 24 35 Hipirini, Te Whetu, Botorua 130 Quibell, William, Mercury Bay 162 160 Hohepa Poia, G-alatea 120 100 Euffin, Eichard, Patapata, Coromandel 61 65 Kirk, Henry, Te Ngai, Eotorua 127 100 Seheland, F. L., Whitianga 11 Nil Maata, Ngarimu, Waiotapu, Eotorua 34° 400 Shrimpton, Samuel, Coromandel 200 206 Maria Horomona, Waitapu, Eotorua 600 845 Sill, Praneis, Ahirau, Cabbage Bay 21 3° Mehaka Tokoponamu, Galatea '54 230 Smyth, John, Whitianga 132 172 Merepeka Hare Hare, Galatea 82 120 Stewart, John, Kuaotunu 33° 521 Mita Taupopoki, Whakarewarewa 225 Surflen, E. J., Waimate Island, Coromandel 98 96 Namana Kamaraira, Ohinemutu 100 200 Tekou, Maketu, Coromandel '53 80 Nepia Matenga, Ohaki Waiotapu, Eotorua ... 600 578 Te Moanaroa, Manaia, Coromandel 22 100 Panapa Nihotahi, Whakarewarewa, Eotorua 37 64 Uncles, John, Coromandel 400 494 Paiariki Tokorangi, Eotorua 300 54 Ward Bros., Colville Grange, Cabbage Bay 270 389 27 H.—23. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April39,3 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Wigmore, H. and R., Whitianga 274 290 Paterson and Co., Lome Street, Auckland ... 80 Wilson, James, Wilson's Bay, Tapu 100 99 Raymond, W. T., Mount St. John, Tauranga 37 Nil Wood, Arthur, Cabbage Bay 259 322 Stewart, G. V., Katikati 74 Yeoland, Mrs. M., Coromandel 22 27 Stewart, Capt. Hugh, via Paeroa, Athenree 58 Tanner Brothers, Tauranga 5 29 9,912 '2>7S6 Teraihi, Maketu 60 Nil Verooe, H. A., Tauranga 30 THAMES COUNTY Wallace, T. and G., Pongakawa 300 365 (In Auckland Subdivision). Wi Parera, Tauranga 876 1164 Alley, Henry, Hikutaia 500 376 Alley, John, Hikutaia 25 Nil 4,169 5.637 Bedford, George, More Pork, Puriri 22 Nil Bennett, James, Tapu 193 188 WHAKATANE COUNTY Butler, Hugh, Puriri '7 Nil (In Bay of Plenty Subdivision). Coombes, Robert, Parawai, Thames 143 203 Akuhata Paraki, Tβ Whaiti 54 14 Conelly, John, Thames 10 Anamate Ahekaiata, Ruatoki 100 Cribb, George, Puriri 86 80 Appleton, John, The Willows, Opotiki 40 Nil Dalziel, George, Mary Street, Thames Si 10 Arewhito Horomona, Rangitaiki, Te Teko ... 7° Driffill, Thomas, Slipper Island, Tairua 543 537 Armstrong, John, Toatoa, Opotiki 387 358 Earl, William, W. Kirikin 1500 1707 Ball, G., Taneatua, Whakatane 21 ! 32 Elliot, John, Puriri 1584 "37 Bank of New Zealand Estates Co., Whakatane 4'73 i, 3865 Hawkes, R. M., Golden Point, Tapu 81 9' Biddle, E., Waimana Taneatua 5° Jamieson, Mrs. P., Tapu 89 90 Black, John, Opotiki 3°4 397 Jamieson, W. O., Tapu 91 64 Black, Mrs. A. B., Opotiki 888 810 Jones, Mre. E. J., Sea View Run, Tapu 39 Bridge, T. R., Opotiki 85 ,6 Killgour, Thomas, Hihi Farm, Thames 72 i. Broderick, E., Whakatane 200 i 232 Knott and Co., A., Tairua 110 Nil Brown, Thomas, Maybank Farm, Opotiki ... 77 182 Laycock, H. Pukiroe, Tairua 600 372 Burnett, A., Opotiki 100 go McCormiok, Francis, Springfield, Thames ... 80 60 Burnett, Archibald, Otara, Opotiki 298 365 Mitchell, T. and W., Te Puru, Tararu 82 70 Burt Brothers, Matata 404 J 1017 Myers, A. M., Spring Farm, Puriri 218 336 Chalmers, William, Whakatane 3° j 3' Newby, Mrs. J. D., Hillside, Tapu 97 99 ChapmanBrothers, Opotiki 508 55° Rogers, Hahnemann, Tapu 11 Nil Chase, Timothy, Te Teko 26 3° Sainsbury, John, Whangamata * 40 Nil Clay, E, Kopeopeo, Whakatane 774 784 Savage, Benjamin, Tairua 11 Connor, James, Otara, Opotiki 176 ■56 Smith, R. N., Stanley Park, 'I hames 49° 476 Davies, David, Taneatua 50 Nil Steedman, J. B., Waikawau, Tapu 293 '95 Delica, John, Taneatua 132 Taylor, E. X., Oponui, Thames 35 3° Dawson, T., Stirling, Opotiki 460 575 Trotter, R. R., Waiomio 68 61 Dods, John, Opotiki 876 696 Walters, Esau, Kirikiri 30 5° Douglas, William, Raukokore 1666 i Nil Way, Ueorge, Thames 100 100 Drury, P. P., Purere, Opotiki 20 Nil Eivera, W. J.,Whakatane 150 177 7.283 6,422 E. Rehetara Heremi, Ruatoki 3° Ernest, Thomas, Taneatua 320 379 OHINEMURI COUNTY Flowerday, V. William, Tamatua, Whakatane 183 257 (In Auckland Subdivision). Forbes, John, Opotiki 200 ■5° Bowler Bros., Te Aroha 708 696 Gaekell,James, Opotiki 140 100 Cassidy, J. J.,Paeroa 18 Nil Gault, Alexander, Opotiki 200 Corbett, E. M., Waitekauri 295 240 Gault, W. J., Opotiki 207 177 Edwards, C. B., Te Aroha 237 300 Gill, Alfred, Whakatane 163 Nil Franklin, Charles, Owharoa 3° 100 Gill, E. P., Whukatane 80 "5 Hubbard, J. C, Komata Farm, Paeora 280 226 Gordon, John, Thornton, Opotiki 1300 ■ 1360 McCormick, W. J.,Waihou 5° j>4 Gordon, J. B., Opotiki 234 25 Otway Brothers, Aylesbury, Te Aroha 668 692 Gordon, J. W., Eiwai, Opotiki 200 200 Strange, F., Bell View, Te Aroha 394 398 Gordon, S. C, Waiotahi 12 24 Thorp, A. J., Paeroa 700 1000 Gouleton, Newton, Glendower, Opotiki 10 Nil Vuglar, John, Paeroa 3° Nil Gow, J. B., Carmyllie, Opotiki 654 778 Wright W. H., Paeroa 78 Nil Gow, J. B., Pahtikitow, Opotiki 3H Nil Hakeke Tamaikohe, Taneatua, Whakatane ... 40 460 3.488 3,7°6 Hayes, Augustus T., Waiotahi 283 Nil Hayward, A.K., Sibton, Opotiki 1053 Nil TAURANGA COUNTY Hayward, Joseph, Whakatane 100 I 195 (In Bay of Plenty Subdivision). Hedley, Anthony, Opotiki 26 60 Arnold, William, Mama Downs, Pangakawa 45 20 Hemi Morehu, Galatea 142 150 Bank of N.Z. Estates Co., Rangiuru, Te Puke 448 2a Hemi Tetokai, Ruatoki ,., 70 W. Te Puke 118 Himiona Rua, Matahina, Te Teko 200 1 170 Bennett, A., _ j Blakeney,R. F. and Middlebrook, Katikati... 96 114 Himiona Teheroi, Ruatoki 200 Boucher, E. W., Te Puke 146 Hirini Waiari, Omataroa, Te Teko 55; 40 Brown, Eliza, Mrs., Tauranga ■75 7°7 Hiri Weteri, Kokohinau, Te Teko 200' 190 Campney and Harvey, Tauranga 35 Hogg, H. R., Totara Farm, Opotiki 1010 j 1192 Clarke, W. A., Te Wairoa, Tauranga 400 230 Hoko Tahi, Te Houhi, Galatea 130 Cummings, W. J- G., Tauranga 38 Ho Oke, Whakatane 72 76 Davidson, J. A. M., Tauranga 200 '5° Horopapera, Mauparoa, Galatea 1OO IOC Elliott, J. E., Mrs. Fernglen, Pungakawa ... 37 Nil Howell, Noah, Otara, Opotiki 76 86 Graham,H.,TePuke 60 45° Hurunui Apanui, Whakatane 100 86 Harley, Charles, Waihi 360 296 Irehei Ngapui, Galatea 35 Harris, W. P., Lynwood, Te Puke 22 Nil Kaarawakata, Te Teko 106 73 Henare Tutahi, Te Ranginui, Tauranga 476 699 Keepa Simon, Matata 3° 19 Katterns, Rev. W., Katikati 5° 25 Kemp, Richard, Craigie Lea, Waiotahi 16 16 Langdale, Frederick, Pongakawa 100 78 Lewis, T. M., Penotara, Opotiki 16S 186 Lawfor.d, J., Motiti Island, Tauranga 107 Nil Mackay, Alexander, Raukokore 2779 McGhie, J. A., Te Puke 40 Nil Mannings, E. J., Matata, Bay of Plenty ... 40 28 Mita te Rangitua Koha, Maketu 61 56 Mata Rangitukehu, Omataroa, Te Teko 200 200 Morton, K,, Aongatete, Katikati ,,. 100 150 Matutaera, Ha tun, Te Teko ... 75 48 H.—23. 28

AUCKLAND DISTRICT— continued. AUCKLAND DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898. tfaunsell, B,. S., Opotiki 72 ss Sisam, A. J.,Whakataue 85 100 Maxwell, F., Fern Hill, Opotiki 291 282 Smith and White, Taneatua 72 6 100 tfaxwell, Peter, Harelaw Hill, Opotiki '95 197 Smith, Q-eorge, Tiehonga, Opotiki •5 600 Smith, B. L., Whakatane 200 187 tleAJester, John, Te Karaka, Whakatane ... 460 260 rfcCallion, John, Opotiki 15 Nil Souter, A. C, Mill Farm, Whakatane 3S6 Waimana, Whakatane 22 2 itcFarland, J., Opotiki 20 Nil Stanley, Robert, 5 ilcGarvey, W., Otutaniarau, Whakatane ... 100 Sutton, G. JB., Waiotahi, Opotiki 146 42 W., Te Tiko 7°5 1100 Taimona, Omataroa, Te Teko 120 54 ttcGarvey, . Nil 201 Taka, Euatoki 70 tfcQ-inley, James, Opotiki 200 16 tlcMiken, J. G., Strathmiken, Waiotahi 240 291 Talbot, Eichard, Clifton, Opotiki 14 ilehaera Eehua, Waiotahi 35 Tamihana Makawa, Euatoki 65 Tamihana, Waimana, Euatoki 20 klehaka Tokoponamu, Galatea 230 60 Melbourne, George (Native), Taneatua 160 Tawa Eakuraku, Waimana, Euatoki tfere te Kahu, Te Teko 36 32 Te Aku Hiki, Waimana, Euatoki 20 iloody, Samuel, Drumleigh, Opotiki 263 243 Teepa, Waiaukau 5' Morrison, William, Taneatua, Whakatane ... 55° 5 8o Tehata Waewae, Euatoki 41 Norton, A., Taneatua 46 Temaraanui Eawiri, Gelatea 98 104 tlou Te Galatea 200 Te Opera, Waimana, Taneatua 140 (Widow), Houhi, Tβ 60 Murray, Alexander, Whakatane 70 86 Paroa, Tangahau, Euatoki tfetana, Kuatoki, Whakatane 200 160 Te Paora, Eangikaia, Euatoki 34 Faora, Te Teko 60 42 Te Pau, Waimana, Taneatua 21 Te Eakuraku, Waimana, Taneatna 40 Hore, Galatea 36 60 Bohi, Buatoki West ■°3 Te Whaiti Paora, Galatea '5° Omaramutu, Opotiki 300 300 Te Wharepapa Turua, Galatea 76 98 )'Reilly, M., Ohiwa S6 Te Wharepapa Whatanui, G-alatea 83 5° 'aku Bruera, Omaramutu, Opotiki 400 400 Te Wiremu, Galatea 235 Pareake le o awa, Tβ Teko Nil Thorn and Peebles, Whakatane 653 520 Marae, !5° Sil Opotiki 100 100 Thompson, Henry, Opotiki 9' ?arika, 6 'arkinson, Alfred, Opotiki 2 S Thompson, James, Opotiki 73 'arkinson, Arthur, Waioeka, Opotiki 80 80 Thompson, John, Opotiki 99 '35 60 Thompson, Thomas, Opotiki 7i 52 Parkinson, J. H., Opotiki 76 82 'arkinson, T. H., Opotiki 55 Nil Thompson, William, Opotiki 96 Peebles, Alexander, Neidpath, Whakatane... 722 724 Thomson, C. W., Hikutaia, Opotiki '57 45 Peita Kotuku, Galatea 253 Troutbeck, H. (Executors of), Galatea 8782 8673 Tuherua Tehau, Galatea 134 134 Peita, Buatoki, Whakatane 200 5 1 118 Phillips, William, Whakatane 7' Nil Tuihema Tehau, Te Huhi, Galatea J Euatoki ile, T. H., Waioeka, Opotiki 104 100 Tupaea, 138 70 5ine Tito Hawera, Waiparapara, Te Teko ... 3° Turuwhenua, Whakatane 200 200 Piripi Te Ngaaterangi, Whakatane 36 Nil Vanstone, Eichard, Opotiki 74 63 Pohipi Nikorima, Omaio 100 99 Wakaunua, Euatoki, Whakatane 82 92 Powell, George, Omataroa, Te Teko 9' 61 Walker, John, Whakatane 15° IQO Wardlaw, William, Whakatane taerino Patupo, Waiohau, Te Teko 7i 40 Oporiao, ... '9 lalph Brothers, Matata 161 80 Westney and Co., Woodlands, Opotiki 1400 I259 and W., langihau, Galatea 122 182 White, A. Whakatane 270 292 Opotiki ... Wi Hunia, Omataroa, Te Teko 60 44 lawson Brothers, Elliott's Farm, 375 253 66 lawson, E. Taneatua Wi Kapua, Te Teko 79 H., 529 694 Whakatane leid, Dr. Alexander, Opotiki 300 7 1 Wilkin, Eobert, Alphington, ... 141 142 leid, J. H., Tahora, Opotiki 463 Wilson, J. E. B., Opouriao, Whakatane 88 141 Jeid, Walter, Oporiao, Whakatane 372 381 Win tie, Captain, Opotiki 506 374 lewiri Kirimana, Euatoki 112 Wi Nekorima, Eaepohatu, Galatea '3 23 Wiremu Te Galatea 100 Jiwiri Kirimana, Opotiki 180 I 12 Paraone, Whaiti, togere, C. Opotiki 78 Wi Eepa, Waikawa, Te Teko 100 200 B., 193 Euatoki Joss, E. O., Omaramutu, Opotiki S7' 297 Wi Tamaikoha, Otenupu, 90 3° and Sons, Galatea lust, J. P., Taneatua SOO Wylie, Joseph, 596 599 36* Galatea 660 Savage, James, Opotiki 473 4O2 Wylie, Thomas, 790 ieceombe, Thomas, Taneatua, Whakatane .. 1184 250 Young, George, Opotiki 50 40 ieccombe, Thomas, Orete, Whakatane 875 192 Jimpkins, G., Whakatane 668 759 48,438 49.739

NAPIER DISTRICT. NAPIER DISTRICT— continued. No. of Sheep on the Number showing the Sheepowners and April 30, April 30, RETURNof Sheep and Lambs in each county on the 1897. 1898. 30th April, 1897, and 30th April, 1898. No. of Sheep on Bruce, David, Fernside, Tokomaru Bay 305 Bruce, W. T., Fernside, Tokomaru Bay 6io Nil April 30, April 30, Ootterill, L. E., Hauturu, Waipiro Bay 3°59 35°8 1897. 1898. Dixon, George, Takamou, Tologa Bay 2OO 283 Ehau, Puketai, Ngaweka, Tuparoa IOI 123 COUNTY Enoka Eukuatu, Eahui, Eangitukia 95° 804 WAIAPU Waitangi, Tuparoa 686 (In Poverty Bay Subdivision). Eruera Eawhia, 5°° Tuparoa I IOO Anaru Ngamu, Kotutu Wbinau, Waipiro Bay 102 Eruera Moeke, Totaranui, _ ... 1560 Brumutu Eaniera Paringatai, Mokonui, Te IOO 160 Anaru Ngamu, Puhanga, Waipiro Bay 4°3 600 Rotokautuku, Tuparoa 9 Nil Araroa Arapeta Paliau, Potaka Waipiro Bay Bank of Tokomaru Est., Tokomaru Bay 19938 Eru and others, 1700 •544 N.Z., 17689 Te Tokomaru Bay ... 700 Beck, Eldred, Bexhaven, Tokomaru Bay ... 2400 347° Fairlie, H. H., Moana, Tututohora, Te Araroa 1618 1868 Frampton, T. M.,Mangatarata,Tokomaru Bay 63. 774 Biddies, John, Gisborne 3794 Boyd, J. J. M. Pouhautea, Port Awanui ... 800 77° Gardiner, T. H. R., Waipare, 3781 Brown, Cartwright, Waikura, Opotiki 973 1217 Hakaraia Mauhine, Pakira, Kangitukia I 12 'S3 29 H.—23.

NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Hamana Waihi, Kaimanga, Tuparoa 760 887 Tuhuka Haukamu and ManahiTaua Mauhoe, 3°4 3=O Hane Harewai and Repeka Anaru, Pakiki, I00O 1300 Bangitukia Tβ Araroa Tuihana Paerata, Anaura, Tologa Bay 406 7'3 Hapi Kahu, Tokomaru Bay 812 1220 Wallis, A. H., Onetohunga, Waipiro Bay ... 475" 4979 Hemara Moana, Tuparoa IOO Wliaaka Parakau, Okarei, Hick's Bay 170 •73 Hemara Moana, Tuparoa '74 Whanau Umuarihi Sheep Co. (Limited), '357 «5'5 Henare Maliuika, Te Wharau, Port Awanui S9S Rotokautuku, Tuparoa Henare Mahuika, Waiomatatine,Port Awanui: 1870 White and Brown, Makomako,Tokomaru Bay 9680 1 1700 Henare Mahuika, Tokata, Port Awanui ... 600 Wi Grace, Waibrongomai me Paritutatu, 242 244 Henare Mahuika, Tutara Wananga, Port 725 Tuparoa Awanui Williams, A. B., Ruangarehu, Waipiro Bay 15824 15984 Henare Raroa, Miringarangi, Port Awanui ... 197 272 Williams,E. J. V., Waipare, Gisborne 378[ 379° Henderson, E. H., Matakaoa, Hicks Bay ... 1724 1880 Williams, J. N., Waipiro Bay 43898 52940 Henerieta Peti, Te Horo, Port Awanui goo 78. Williams, T. S., Tuparoa 22816 27370 Hera Ngawati, Tuparoa 202 Williams, T. S., Matahiia, Tuparoa 29676 36585 Hindmarsh, J. and Q-., Waiau, Tokomaru Bay 2800 Wi Pahau, Puhunga Poraka, Waipiro Bay... 250 306 Hirini Pahau and Reliara Paepa, Te Herenga, 1000 870 Wiremu Huaki, Rangitukia 102 Port Awanui Wiremu Pokiha, Akuaku, Waipiro Bay >5°5 1678 Hirini Pahau, Herupara, Port Awanui 400 Wiremu,Terepu, andRinaWhakaho, Hahau, 130 '45 Hirini Poi, Kotutu, Port Awanui 406 p;oo Rangitukia Hohepa Tehaupai, Waihoru Bay, Port Awanui 200 Nil Wi Takeke, Waione, Te Araroa 202 302 Hone Parakimete, Waipare, Tokomaru Baj 56 60 WiTupaea and W. Milner, Port Awanm ... 3'3 2 95 Hone Rangi, Eangitukia '5 1 Nil Hone Te Ware, Whangaparaoa, Opotiki 393 400 232,514 286,311 Horianate Onga, Hinangatuhua, Port Awanui 60 Hori Mahue, Te Araroa >9S 357 COOK COUNTY Hori, Waikari, Waiumu, Eangitukia 200 300 (In Poverty Bay Subdivision). Hori Wanoa, Orirutia, Te Araroa 692 643 Akroyd Estate, TeTJmu, Waimata Valley ... 2469 2486 Jackson, W. G-., Rotokautuku, Tuparoa 256 Nil Allen, John, Makaraka 7 2 5 467 Ka Ratapu, Waiau, Tokomaru Bay 'S3 Arani Kunaiti, I iniroto '33 9' Kemp, E. J., Eotokautuku, Tuparoa '3°S Atkins, Jas., Patutahi 9S 190 Kemp, K. W., Waipare, Gfisborne 378i 379° Atkins, Robert, Motu 118 Knox, James, Port Awanui 1118 1383 Atkins, Robert, Willow Grove, Patutahi 200 200 Leman, Emanuel, Waihuka, Port Awanui ... 161 217 Babbington, Leonard, Kaiaua, Tologa Bay 91 256 Maaka Paweheru, Temarangairoa, Te Araroa 204 302 Bailey, W., Tatapouri, Gisborne 55 Makere, Ngarimu, Whareponga, Waipiro Bay 900 1100 Bank" of N.Z. Bst. Co. (Limited), Gisborne.... 20593 Makuini Kaiwai, Pukepoto, Eangitukia 92 200 Bank of New Zealand, Willows, Gisborne ... 2837 2787 Marehant, Joseph, Rangitukia 200 200 Barker Brothers, Glenroy, Gisborne 14470 '5'5° Maria Teruru, Mangaroa, Tokomaru Bay ... 199 35 2 Barker, P., Whataupoko, Gisborne 9°75 11185 McClutchey, Rebecca, Eotokautuku, Tuparoa 358 300 Barron, W. and G., Matawhero 662 4779 MekaeraPewhairangi, Hikiwai,Tokomaru Bay 253 3°3 Bartlett, Mary, and Panuera te Aitu, Muriwai 230 191 Milner, William, Eotokautuku, Port Awanui 278 374 Bayly, H. Mt. Paritu, Muriwai 4490 5'5° Miriama Terehu, Anarua, Tologa Bay 60 53 Beaufoy, J. H., Whakarau VX Miriama Wahanga, Maraehara, Rangitukia ... 500 662 Beets, W. G., Quarry Reserve, Makaraka ... ■38 198 Moat, Robert, Huiarua, Tokomaru Bay 2779 4091 BellerJV, A. L., Waimiro, Waimata Valley... 4106 355° Mokena Romio, Mangahanini, Tokomaru Bay 2430 3000 Bellerby, Benjamin, Ngakaroa, Ormond 3822 3438 Murphy, Edward, Waiau, G-isborne 12406 Benson, Mrs. Eliza, Ormond 40 2 Niha Tawhiwhi and Co., Tikitiki, Pt. Awanui 1915 2041 Benson, M. J., Mungatiaku, Ormond 300 260 Nopera Haenga, Kuriapawa, Port Awanui ... 149 ■65 Berry, Robert, Tiniroto 2000 2400 O'Eegan, William, Te Mata Tokomaru Bay 212 Birrell, R. McD., Te Hapara, Gisborne 262 253 Ormond, J. D., Anaura, Napier 6450 6200 Blair, A., Gorton, Hauiti . . 609 784 Pahoe te Ko and Hone te Kauri, Pt. Awanui 35° 476 BloomfieldBros.,TeHau-o-te-Atua,Whatatutu 25026 24884 Paora Haenga, Te Whakaumumu, Pt. Awonui 1016 1225 Boyd, Richard-, Mendlesham, Matawhero ... 5° 70 Paratene Ngata, Pohoturangi, Port Awanui... 372 600 Branson, W., Waimata Valley 33OO 3425 Paratene Ngata, Ahikouka, Port Awanui 2°35 2538 Brocklebank, George, Makaraka 700 876 Pene Heibi, Reporua, Tuparoa 5°45 5704 Brooking, Roope, Waireka, Whakarau 400 292 Pirika Houhou, Te Herenga, Port Awanui ... 700 607 Brown, Alexander, Waerengaahika 500 700 Piripi te Awarau, Kairae, Waipiro Bay 466 Nil Bruce, G., Yarrow Braes, Ormond 881 500 Pita Roke and Co., Heni Tiraka, Eangitukia I iOO 1050 Bruce, William, Pukerua, Te Karaka 1969 2564 Poihipi Mokena, Eangitukia ■83 290 Brunton, James, Buslimere, Makaraka 87 93 Poiwa Kakano, Waipiro Bay Bryson, Sarah, Patutahi 80 80 242 Karaka 800 Eawinia te Aungira, Te Kumi, Tuparoa 1OOO 109 1 Burgess, J. D., Te Rimu, Te 607 Eipaka Paku, Eangitukia i r 1 160 Burgess, John,Mangawhehe,Waerengaokuri 1000 1000 Eobertson, John, Waiapu Hotel, Eangitukia 586 810 Ca38ar, J. A. A., Kaitangata, Ormond 4332 5797 Ropata and Nepia Mahuika, Port Awanui ... 486 Nil Caesar, J. A. A., Riverside, Ormond 45° 230 Ropata Raku and Herewini te Maro, Port 192 357 Calcott, Mrs. Agnes, Quarry Farm, Patutahi 360 Nil Awanui Caldwell, Thomas, Doonholm, Hauiti 810 1000 Ropata Wahawaha, Tutarawananga, Port 630 Nil Cameron, A. J., Toroa Mahauri, Waerenga- ■65 ,58 Awanui ahika Ropata Wahawaha,Waiomatatini, Pt. Awanui 1990 Nil Cameron, C.E., Waehura, Waerengaahika .. 929 1 360 Ropata Wahawaha & Co., Tokuta, Pt. Awanui 867 Nil Cameron, D. P., Waerengaahika, Gisborne ... 101 Nil Eora Eangi, Waipiro Bay '52 '50 Cameron, E., Toanga, Gisborne ,7^6 235° Ruku Aratapu and Hakopa Haerewa.Waitangi Nil Cameron, John, Patutahi .63 4" Bushmere, Gisborne No. 1, Tuparoa Cameron, R. and A., ... 3'7 588 Eupuha Konia, Horoera, Te Araroa 200 200 Campbell, Mrs., Mangataikapua, Whatatutn 8060 8475 IOO Somerville, A.P. & W. P\, Makarika, Waipiro IO IOO 11000 Campbell, George, Patutahi 80 Bay Campbell, James, Makauri, Makaraka 48 Steele, T. Q-., Hauanu, Waipiro Bay 1020 '335 Campbell, Kenneth, Waiomoko, Pakarae ... 2086 2160 Tamihana Henare, Waipiro Bay 304 300 Carroll, Hon. J., Matokitoki, Gisborne 35' Nil Te Aorere Matahiki, Tokomaru Bay 4°5 Carroll, Thomas, Waerengaokuri 37 6 250 Tete Koromete, Okahu, Eangitukia 172 212 Carron, Louis, Motu ' 293 408 Te Wliare Haerewa, Taipuarongo, Rangitukia 61 Chambers, W. K., Repongare, Waerenganhika IOCOO 1 '35° Te VVhiturangi, Whenuakura, Port Awanui... 3' Clark, John, Opou, Gisborne QOOO 9070 44 Papatu, Gisborne Timoti Kauri and Warihi Huihui, Pt. Awanui 200 169 Clark, John, 9O5O 9000 H.—23. 30 NAPIER DISTRICT— continued. NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. ofSheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1807. 1S98.

Clayton, W. H., Rock Falls, Gisborne 6 77 655 Himiona Katipa, Waerengaahika 584 484 Clayton, W. L., Tawaroa, Tiniroto 1397 IO96 Himi Waaka, Muriwai 228 200 Cooper, James S., Tiniroto 12 60 Hindmarsh, J. and G., Tokomaru Bay' 24OO Nil Cooper, Mrs. B., Waerengaahika 37 Hine Tipuna Herewera Taita 'and Brua 119 •53 Cooper, Mrs. S. R., Hainauatua, Gisborne ,.. 2500 2500 Taituha, Eakaikiterou, Te Karaka Cooper, Mrs. S. R., Puatai, Gisborne 654° 6 995 Hohepa Kaharoa, Patutahi 4°3 500 Cooper, Mrs. S. R., Waitawhata, Gisborne ... 37°° 555° Holden, J. and T., Pouawa, Gisborne 5168 5726 Cooper, W. E., Kateratahi, Ormond 8i 203 Hollywood, Thomas, Gisborne 373 478 Cooper, W. H., Mangaone, Waerengaahika... 1250 Nil Hood, W. A., Arakihi, Hauiti 6700 7481 Craill, Robert, Waerengaokuri i5'5 1274 Hori Puru, Mangatu, Whatatutu 404 400 Craill, Robert, jun., Patutahi 25 Nil Howarth, George, Ormond 92 .Oraill, Thomas, Pal.utahi, 1800 2000 Hughes, T. W., Tarewa Nil 264 dimming, G. S., Gisborne 196 209 Hutchinson Bros., Waihuka, Gisborne 23500 24087 Davies, James, Sundown, Ormond 100 264 Hutchinson, E. M., Gisborne 2074 2524 Davies, Thomas, Mahunga, Ormond 5° 84 Hutchinson, Fred., Gisborne 1700 1720 Davis, George, Waerengaahika 9 Hutchinson, J., GKsborne 1608 1624 De Lisle and Son, Ahetiti, Waimata Valley .. 1521 2827 Hyland, John,Waerengaahika 376 "83 Denton, P. A., Waimata Valley 876 900 Ihimaere Tei, Kirikiriroa, Puatai '25 IS4 Devery, William, Whatatutu 1914 1409 Innes, James, Ngatawhakawhaka, Hauiti ... 205 27S Dewing, Alfred, Motokio, Gisborne 625 Nil Ioapa te Hau, Te Karaka 849 949 Dixon and Cannon, Mangatuna, Tologa Bay 600 59° Jackson, B. A., Waerengaokuri 487 Bobbie, David, Totangi, Gisborne 3820 35 6 Jennings, Rev. E., Waerengaahika 4 Dobbie, J. W., Patutahi 3°°1 Jex-Blake, Thomas, Waerangaokuri 2235 4250 Dods, James, Pouawa, Gisborne 1080 1067 Jobson, William, Bapanui, Makaraka 472 486 Dods, Mrs. H. D., Linburn, Waimata Valley 2073 2101 Johnson, Gc. B., Te Arai Bridge 22098 23783 Donner, Mrs., Waikereru, Gisborne 5 2 5° 5'75 Johnson, G. R., Patutahi 1896 Douglas, David, Whataupoko, Gisborne 473 538 Johnson, J. W., Maraetaha, Gisborne 23140 22035 Downes, William, Whakarau 7°5 Johnstone, Elizabeth, Annandale, Makaraka 72 Nil Dunn, Lawrence, Matawhero 61 Jones, George, Ormond 754 1140 Edwards, Wm., Parihimanihi,Waerengaahika 171 ■95 Judd, William, Matawhero 480 460 Elmers, Edward, Waimoko, Pakarae 630 807 KaraitianaAkurangi, Waituhi, Waerangaahika 55° 233 Eria Tutarakanika, Tualiu Wairoa '5' 4°3 Karaitiana Amaru, Hauiti 645 664 Espie, J. E., Newstead, Gisborne 818 838 Kararaina te Kane,Kopuatarakihi, Tologa Bay 97 Nil Fairlie, J. W., Glenelg, Ormond 284 12 Karauria, Paapa Haapu, Waerengaahika ... 120 142 Faulkner, James, Patutahi 394 400 Karepa Kautuku, Hauiti 421 527 Ferguson, J., Glencoe, Patutahi 1661 Keita Harahara, Mangatokerau, Tologa Bay 180 132 Ferguson, T. M., Te Hapua, Waerengaahika 1765 Nil Kempthorne, A., Westmere, Ormond '595 1826 Field, J. C, Makiri, Waimata Valley 73° 2499 Kennedy, James, Makauri, Gisborne 70 5 1 Fisher, Walter, Motu 199 292 Kent, H. E., Tiniroto ■474 '59' Fitzgerald Brothers, Tologa Bay 75°o 8700 Kenway Bros., Te Pahi, Waimata Valley ... 4036 3856 Flood, J. B., Te Arai Bridge 1248 Kenway, P. T., Kiore Station, Gisborne 9538 10886 Foote, George, Pouawa, Te Karaka 90 '3° King, W., Gisborne 1699 1714 Eraser, Thomas, Glenchville, Gisborne 1890 1815 Kirkpatrick, David, Patutahi 752 800 Gaston, Samuel,Tarewa 381 546 Komaru te Kahika, Kaitara, Te Karaka 3' 3° Gilman Brothers, Wharewai, Tologa Bay ... 454 690 Komaru te Kaihika, Te Karaka 31 Nil Globo Assets Company, Paremata, Gisborne 20240 Nil Kruse, James, Gisborne 1332 1013 Goldsmith, J. M., Gisborne 814 Langer, J. J., Mangarere, Whakarau 287 395 Goldsmith, T. J., Gisborne 692 610 Lardelli, V. S., Kowai Flat, Waimata Valley 7065 7292 Goodwin, Henry, Raekahu, Gisborne 486 465 Liddle Brothers, Gisborne ■83 Gordon, James, Ormond 22 12 Little, Robert, Gisborne 90 Graham, William, Ngakaroa, Ormond 5000 6891 Livingstone, Peter, Te Arai Bridge 359 601 Graham, William, Mangatoetoe, Ormond ... 45°° 3000 Loisel, Henry, Waihau, Gisborne 5060 6120 Grant, John,Te Renga, Tiniroto 383 300 Lougher, David, Gisborne 164 180 Gray, Charles, Waiohika, Gisborne 4457 476S Long, R. D., Waerengaokuri 3° Gray, Cnarles, Waimata, Gisborne 587 6'5 Love, W., Ormond 9 Gray, Charles, Waihora, Gisborne 1470 M93 Lysnar, G. H., Gisborne 1250 1200 Grayson, T.H., Bushmere, Makaraka 690 564 Lysnar, W. D., Waimata Valley 5548 Greaves, John,Bluegums, Patutahi 220 162 Lysnar, W. D., Whatatutu 2045 Gregg, Andrew, Gisborne 9 Lysnar, W. D., Gisborne 4890 6053 Habgood, Ebenezer, Makaraka ■47 3 MacAllan,Alexander, Strathallan, Whakarau 776 672 Hale, W. F., Mangarara, Tologa Bay 500 577 Macfarlane, James, Te Hapara, Gieborne ... 16500 20400 Hall, Fredk., Strathallan, Gisborne 2024 3424 Maelnnes, Malcolm, GlenImies, Tarewa ... 200 304 Hamon, J., Waerenga-ahika 1208 918 Mackley, S. M., Wensleydale, Pakarae 2367 2739 Hare Kaiwhanga, Papatu, Te Arai Bridge ... 5 2 4 Nil MacLauren, W. G.,Whataupoko, Gisborne... 1334 1364 HaretiWhakauru, Wharekaka, Tologa Bay ... 199 404 Malone, Dennis, Makaraka •52 Harris, E. F., Okitu, Gisborne 18 Nil Mander, M. B., Horoiku, Gisborne 1562 2012 Harris, T. J., Avondale, Waerengaokuri ... 5000 5552 Marshall and Fitzpatick, Ormond 1161 Harris, W. E., Waerengaokuri 2400 2400 Matenga Taihuka, Parimanihi,Waerengaahika 496 600 Hataraki Rangi, Kirikiriroa Hauiti 200 290 Mate Haere, Paremate, Hauiti '5° 203 Hataraka Temepara, Paremata, Hauiti 3°5 400 Matthews, Charles, Teruamui, Gisborne 110 180 Hatten, W. F., Ormond 423 476 Maua Kiterangi, Mangatuna, Tologa Bay ... 17 Nil Hatton, Alfred, Ferndale, Ormond 314 394 Maura Terangi, Hauiti 218 92 Hawea Tipuna, IVasertown 200 3°4 Mazengarb, Mrs. C. E., Waerengaahika 6 Nil Heale and Lysnar, Waimata Valley 5522 Nil McAlister, James, Whatatutu 617 Nil Hegarty, Andrew, Poha, Waerengaokuri ... 1100 1400 McConnell and Millington, Gladstone Road, 30 84 Hemi Porou, Whareongaonga, Muriwai 180 328 Gisborne Henderson, R. H., Doonhill, Whakarau 284 35° McCutchen, James, Wharekopai, Gisborne... 1196 1900 Heni te Auraki, Rehengaere, Waerengaahika 5°4 706 Mclldowrie, James, Pouawa, Gisborne 641 697 Hepburn, Robert, Ellerslie, Patutahi 306 McKay,F. W. and D., Mangataihahu, Ormond 5°5 685 Heremaia Tahunaatai, Puatae, Hauiti 206 239 McKenzie, A., Seaforth, Ormond 2152 1865 Heta, Mungunga, Pakarae 118 142 McKenzie, John, Patutahi 496 652 Hills, J. E., Patutahi 89 McKenzie, John, Te Karaka 474 555 Himi Hone (Executors of), Te Arai Bridge 800 801 McLean, A., Te Rahui, Te Arai Bridge 1970 Nil Himi Ngarungitukia and Kuta Pongaru, 60 64 McLean, A., Waikohu, Tβ Karaka 10298 10568 Whareongaonga, Muriwai McLean, A. F., Glenroa, Waihuka 995 1219 31 H.—23

NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on

April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

McLean, Alexander, Gisborne 240 3°9 Bead and McNair, The Elms, Pakarae 2194 2482 McLoughlin, Patrick, Ballinamuck, Patutahi 796 97° Redpatli, George, Whakarau 26; 449 McNair, Daniel, Matawhero 79 94 Reeves, Andrew, Tologa Bay 3=4° 354° McMillan, D., Ormond 29 Reeves, Andrew, Wharekaka, Tologa Bay ... i68o '945 MoPhail, Archibald, Cairnmore, Tiniroto ... 6>5 906 Reid and Bartram, Pouawa, CHsborne 2800 2800 MoPhail, Herbert, Monowai, Gisborne 3800 3910 Renata Tupeka, Muriwai 34° 386 McSareney, Isaiah, Wliakarau 206 Rewi Takata, Ngatara, Waerengaokuri 5°S 45 6 Mekarore, Waerengaahika 300 250 Reynolds, R. J., Mangaheia, Gisbome 8602 8823 Meke Tamaka and Tiopera Ngarangione, 40 5' Richardson, Edward, Motu 424 53° Muriwai Richardson, Peter, Kaikoura, Tiniroto 558 7 5 Merearihi Ruki, Paremata, Hauiti ... i 60 49 Richardson, William, Waimata Valley 1271 '394• Mere Koura, Pareraata, Hauiti 131 219 Richardson, W.F., Te Matai, Waimata Valley, 636 664 Mere Moana and Holraa Taiki, Muriwai ... 189 ■ 107 Richmond, O. and H., Motu 199 282 Milii te Kane and others, Hauiti 101 203 Rideout, H. G. G., Poututu 454 674 Miller, R. C, Waerengaabika 1500 2554 Rihara te Whatika, Muriwai 3° 40 Mills, Alexander, Tuahu, "Wairoa 4.s6 557 Robb, A., and Sons, Patutahi 112 90 Molii Tamitea, Waituhi, Waerengaabika ... 81 67 Robeke J. D., Whataupoko, Gisbome 'S2 •5° Moore, J. A., Paremata Reserve, Hauiti 538 614 Ruka Hinaki and Ngaru Turanga, Kere- '35 254 Morice Brothers, Te Aroha, Gisborne 6071 5527 kereroa, Pakarae Moriee, Francis, Matawhero 197 156 Rutene Ahuroa, Whaatutu 600 500 Morris, Mrs C. (Executors of), Mangaone, Te 580 749 Sargent, Edward, Patutahi 577 Karaka Score, John, Gisbome 166 239 Morris, George, Huri Moana, Te Arai Bridge 20 Nil Scott, G. (Executors of), Gisborne 2385 2636 Morris, James, Waihora, Ormond 400 45' Scott, J. K., Mohi, Motu 254 399 Morris, John, Ormond 245 300 Scragg, Stephen, Patutahi 43 Morris, Wm., Mangaoae, Te Karaka 608 757 Seymour, Charles, Whangara, Gisbome 16500 Morris. William, Waimare, Ormond ■73 Nil Shaw, C. J., Waerengaahika 209 Mossman, W. J., The Laurels, Waerengaokuri 1010 1198 Shelton, F. J., Gisborne 100 Muir, Finlay, and Co., Waipaoa, Wbatatutu 23557 24688 Sinton, Robert, Tiniroto 230 292 Muldoon, John, Matawhero 39° Sisterson & McRae, Reay, Te Arai Bridge ... 3»5° 3985 Murphy, Edward, Panikau, Hauiti 8785 9900 Smith, Abbotsford, Pouawa, Gisbonie 97 '79 Murphy, Edward, Waiau, Gisborne 10320 Nil Smith, G. A., Rangariri, Whakarau 299 658 Nehe Waru, Tologa Bay 345 376 Smith, Guthrie Brothers, Hangaroa, Waere- 1100 1733 Nelson Brothers, Gisborne 28 2 ngaokuri Netana Puha Taihamite, Whatatutu 3°3 354 Smith, H. W. Guthrie, Gisbome '474 185 Newman, A. B., Marshlands, Ormond 2500 2500 Smith, Joseph, Camp Stream, Motu 293 596 Newman, A. M., Homebush, Ormond 1500 1600 Smith, William, Waitaria, Gisborne 1300 '331 Ngawini Iliaka, Waewengaokuri 3°3 Somerville, W. P., Tologa Bay 37'8 366; Nieol, Henry, Te Arai Bridge '37 '5° Speedy, William (Trustees), Remuhau, Wae- 3"S8 3639 Nikora Tautau, Mangatuna, Tologa Bay 67 65 rengaokuri Niven, Peter, Opou, Gisborne 9 Spence, G., The Delta, Tologa Bay 3520 333° Noa Whakaatere, Awapuna, Gisborne 400 395 Spencer, S. K., Waerengaokuri 782 ■°57 Noperakiwi, Gisborne 194 118 Steele, A. C, Patutahi 197 Nopera Rangiuia, Mangatuna, Tologa Bay ... 1795 2'44 Stephenson, W. "E., Matawhero 12 Nukama Karini, Mangatuna, Tologa Bay ... 62 60 Stevens,R. E., Chewton Glen,WaimataValley 1252 I 2 10 Nutting, James, Gisborne '97 Nil Stewart, R. H., Ohuia, Patutahi *359 I28O Orr, J., Rangatira, Te Karaka 18080 20341 St. Ledger, Ralph, Tauwharetoi, Tiniroto ... '3°4 I IOO Orr, James, Kanakanae, Te Karaka 1300 1223 Suriderland, J. W., Niagare, Gisborne 700 986 Otene Pitua, Te Kowhai, Te Arai Bridge ... 300 374 Swarbrick, J.,Tawera '53 Paia Terangi, Waituhi, Tiniroto 60 Tamati Tantau, Kopuatarakihi, Tologa Bay 460 596 Paea and Rina, Muriwai 300 46 Tame Patereti, Muriwai 10 10 Paia Waituhi, Waerengaahika 52 Nil Teitgen, F. C. H., Makaraka 374 454 Palairet, G., Maungakiore, Te Arai Bridge... 542 Nil Tiopera Tahoro, Raukoheo, Puatae, Hauiti... 4< 39 Paora Kunaku, Ruakituri, Tiniroto 184 Tepora Tamararo, Pavamata, Hauiti 230 276 Paramena Mokemoke, Whareangaanga, Muri- 5° 79 Thompson, Mrs. Heni, Tekeke, Gisborne '453 ■ 611 wai Thompson, Edward, Te Karaka 32 52 Paratene Kamaru, Tologa Bay 5' Nil Thompson, John, Whakarau 34O 500 Paratene Waata, Tβ Reinga, Tiniroto 15' 97 Thomson Brothers, Tupai, Whakarau 481 579 Parker, C. J., Parewaru, Te Arai Bridge ... 6860 999° Thomson, John, Waerengaahika .. 4 Parkerson, William, Ormond 834 1060 Tiemi Wirihana, Muriwai 404 Partridge, John, MangatotaraWaimata Valley 2752 2282 Tiffen Brothers, Mangatu, Whatatutu e 7760 7875 Paulson, Alfred, Mangahoui, Gisborne >S&7 1694 Tiffen Brothers, Puhatikotiko, Gisborn jja ... 35°° 3600 Peach, Arthur, Ormond 62 43 Tipora Ruru and Oriwia Euru, Te Kara 90 '25 Peach, Dixon, Topuri, Patutahi 600 600 Tiripa Puku, Whareongaonga, Muriwai 545 480 Peach, Dixon, jun., Hangaroa, Waerengaokuri 39 6 400 Todd, A. A. and D., Waimata Valley 791 879 Peddle, K. P.,'Hangaroa, Waerangaokuri ... 1100 1090 Tombleson, John, Waimata Valley 2651 2178 Peddle, W. F., Matawai, Poututu 1830 2007 Tombleson, W., Matawai, Waerengaokouri ... 2121 2420 Pene Mataora, Muriwai 4°4 428 Tonar, Mark, Haunui, Motu, Whakarau 100 '93 Pene Waru, Mangatuna, Tologa Bay 204 266 Torrie, J. and G., Poututu 1063 1400 Peneta te Hira Mangatu, Whatat.ntu 190 200 Trafford, Arthur, Taretu, Muriwai 897 928 Perenaru Waharoa, Mangaheia, Hauiti 735 7°5 Trafford, Thomas, Hangaroa, Waerangaokuri '95 Nil Perry, J. L-, West Ho, Hauiti 2373 3100 Trimmer, John, Hauiti '999 2211 Petchell, W. J., Arakihi, Ormond 2833 4445 Trumper and Kennedy, Te Karaka 53 '3 Peti Taihuka, I'arihimaniM, Waerengaahika 408 400 Tucker, W. H., Kaiti, Matoki, Gieborne 3400 3500 Pine Wahapeka, Kopoutiaki, Gisborne "5 240 Tucker, W. H., Makauri, Gisborne 5S52 4944 Pipi Tamitere, Waituhi, Waererigaahika 526 604 Union Bank of Australia, Lowden Hills, Hauiti 12700 17257 Pirika Toatoaand AronaRawirena, Tiniroto 200 5' Union Bank of Australia, Mangatoetoe, Hauiti 4160 1800 Powell, William, Te Karaka 377 341 Von Pein, Johann, Gisborne 882 985 Poynter, James, Kilburn, Ormond 200 Nil Wakano Komuka, Te Awapuni, Gisborne ... 232 122 Price, J. E. C, Waihora, Te Karaka 400 637 Wall, H. H., Waerengaokuri 3433 4230 Rahia Tautau, Tologa Bay 37' 395 Wall, John, Havendale, Makaraka 1000 853 Ranga Tapine, Taihamite, Whakntutu 70 130 Walsh, W. C, Makaraka 666 Nil Rangi Whaitere, Te Arai Bridge 200 200 Watson, H. N., Kaimoe Patutahi 838 890 Raniera Komaru, Mangatuna, Tologa Bay ... 75 103 Watt, D. B.,Cheviot Hills, Waerengaokuri... 1670 '586 Rankin, W. J., Waimaru, Ormond '9 Wells, B. W., Blackwood, Patutahi 2539 2600 6—H. 23, a H.—23. 32

NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30,1 April 30, April 30, April 3i>, 1897. ; 1898. 1897. 1898.

Wetene Rikirangi, Te Arai Bridge roo 102 Arapata, Hapuku, Kopuawharo, Tβ Aute 605 606 Wethered, Arnold, Makahakaha, G-isborne ... 4400 43OO Arapata, Hapuku, Mohaka, Te Aute 1620 1215 Wethered, Walter, Lavenham, Patutahi 3100 Nil Arapata Takahi, Mohaka '654 2' 34 Wethered, Walter, Lome, Te Karakn 79 'o 8661 Arona, Ngawiki, Mahia loo 140 White, G. J., Ruangerelm, Ormond 499 576 Ata Hakiaha, Obiwa, Frasertown 87 White, Jainee, Peach Grove, Ormond 291 35° Aterata, Hemokai, Te MaliangaNo. 1, Mahia 200 200 Whyte, David, Abbotsford, Tiniroto 1000 11 30 Baker Brothers, Ruakituri, Marumaru 881 959 "Wi and Po Raltaitapu, Tologa Bay 80 Bank of N.Z. Estates Co., Awa Mate, Wairoa 6340 5796 Wi Hooni, Te Reinga, Tiniroto 100 51 Barker and Stacey, Aialou, Frasertown 778 Wi Kepa Puhipuhi and Waho Ki te Rangi, 61 60 Bayly, Isaac, Umumanga, Mahii 2534 3249 Mangatuna, Tologa Bay Beamish, N. H., Kakariki, Mohaka 5980 8700 Wilkinson, H., Makaraka 90 10 Black Brothers, Waikakariki, Morere 500 700 Willau, Greenwood, Gisborne 1616 Black, D., Clyde View, Wairoa 226 122 Williams, Henry, Taumatukatu, Hauiti 810 1283 Black, J. S., Orere, Wairoa 367 476 Williams, J. N., Turihaua, Waipiro Bay 7240 7654 Black, S. and J. A., Waitaniwha, Nubaka ... 1258 1300 Williams, J. N., Pakarae, Waipiro Bay 2500 2000 Bluegum Tangiora, Kaiwhitau, Maliia 176 300 Williamson Bros, and Rose, Gisborne 35000 335°° Boothman, William, Ruakituri, Marumaru ... 595 1220 Williamson, G. M., Parikanapa, Gisborne ... 6000 7500 Broadhurst, J. B., Frasertown 1018 1230 Winter Brothers, Tawa, Whakarau 486 453 Brown, J. H., Whakaki, Wairoa 13989 16723 Winter, M. 0., Patutahi ■7 Brown, T. F., Ferndale Euakituvi, Wairoa.. 599 585 Woodward, J. C, Patntahi 10 Carroll, Thomas, Huramua, Turiroa 5110 4816 WiPere and Peka Kerekere, Foututu, Waere- 33°o 3953 Carewell, James, Basin Farm, Morere 398 579 ngaahika Carswell, T. and W., Waireka, Wairoa 5398 6466 WiPere and Peka Kerekere, Tangihanga, &c, 10185 14067 Chambers Brothers, Kiwi, Wairoa 25667 Waerengaahika Chapman and Powdrell, Waimatai,Frasertown 1217 1897 WiFere, Rakaikiterore, Te Karaka 1000 1109 Clunie, Thomas (Estate of), Opoitf, Marumaru 1616 1688 Wi Pere, Pukepapa, Ormond 3432 Nil Couper, R. J., Mangapoike, Frasertown 4333 4645 Wiremu te Au, Kaiawa, Tologa Bay 3°4 480 Couper, William, Frasertown 18 23 Wiremu and Rawinia te Pei, Muriwai 5> 57 Crombie, K. B.,Oputama, Mahia 1518 1500 Wiremu Hateu, Whakato, Te Arai Bridge ... 100 60 Cunningham & Smith, Tutira Lake, Napier... 18650 18700 Witana Puanga, Rotootahi, Hauiti 76 108 Dalgety, F., Huakituri, Wairoa 13998 13400 Worsnop, A., Mount Florida, Tiniroto 900 882 Dolbel, P. and R., Kawhaka, Taradale 24430 24870 Yardley, William, Whataupoko, Gisborne ... 183 192 Donnelly, G. P., Ohurukura, Napier 11295 12089 Donnelly, H. L., Cricklewood, Wairoa io85£ 12227 759.607 810,961 Duff Brothers, Clyde Bank, Wairoa 10757 10756 Eden, T., Marumaru 606 604 BAST TAUPO COUNTY. Elliot, William,Manutawhiorangi, Frasertown 8500 9577 Bank of N.Z. Bet. Coy., Loch Inver, Napier 10750 6076 Elwin, W. J., Turiroa 35° 37° Eria Taranui, Boutu, Tokaanu 126 I05 Eparaima Wharekura, Nuhaka 5 1 5' Eru Te Eurinui, Korohe, Tokaanu 94 Epeniha Pona, Opoho, Wairoa 96 97 Haare Waaka, Tokaanu 61 82 Erami Kaihue, Tahaenui, Nuhaka 100 100 Ham, J. A., Kaimanawa, Tokaanu 59° 870 Erimana Hirini and Pani, Hungahunga, 82 100 HapetaWiniata and Co.,Kakapo, Tokaanu... 240 Waipapa, Mohaka Hoani Te Rakato, Peni Nuku, and Proi'a I2C 798 Eriapa Hemara, Wairoa 200 167 Tokoahu, Tokaanu Erueti te Moko, Frasertown '37 127 Hoani, W. Tauri, Tokaanu 369 Erueti Whareparoa, Ohiwa, Frasertown 117 132 Hori Tamaiwliana, Paoru, Tokaanii 229 254 Essex, W. H,, Marumaru 5>° Nil Hori Turi, Te Whakao, Tokaanu 384 Fernie Brothers, Tongoio, Petane 16527 Hura Kumeroa, Tokaanu 1446 Nil Fletcher, J. A., Marumaru 351 Kepa Teahuru, Tapapa, Tokaanu 300 ■598 Gaddum, F. E., Kopuawhara, Mahia 1747 '953 Kingi te Mahauariki, Moturoa, Tokaanu 7°5 700 Gilmour, William, Waikare, Petane 758o 8000 Mihi Wihakarau, Kakapo, Tokaanu 55° Glendining, Mrs. L., Waihua, Wairoa ''59' 12399 Parata Paurini, Tokaanu 98 8S Goldstone, W., Riverslea, Frasertown 2051 2021 Parekarangi te Takinga, Tongariro, Tokaanu 496 506 Goldstone, W., Willow Farm, Fraeertown ... 283 285 Paremeta Patena, Tokaanu I 160 Nil Goodall, George, Tiwhanui, Mohaka 850 1072 Pukutohe Patumoana, Tokaanu 757 990 Greening,Kate, Te Mahanga, Mahia 81 Riwai Tearamoana Taupo, Tokaanu "3 140 Greening, W. H., Kaiwaitau, Mahia 160 100 Smith, W. H., Taharua, Eskdale 3880 2754 Griffin, W. E , Pakowhai, Frasertown 5224 Nil Tautahanga, Hautu, Tokaanu '5° 142 Hague and Summerfield, Wairoa 89 Nil Tawhirau, Tauranga, Tokaanu 359 Haimes, William, Upper Mohaka, Taupo Road 209 212 Te Araroa, Tokaanu 300 400 Hamilton, Win., and Matene, Ruawai, Tutae- 4932 6340 Te Hamuti, Kaimanawa, Tokaanu 160 Nil kuri, Frasertown Te Hamutu Haukino, Tokaanu 362 222 Hamlin, J. P., Te IThi, Wairoa 4811 4805 Te Irimanuka, Tokaanu 151 200 Hana Mihingerangi, Nuliaka '25 202 Te Mate Parae, Tokaanu 200 182 Hansford, Sidney, Morere 589 598 Tewhata Tehata and Hapeta Winiata, To- 172 100 Harata Tulii, Tahaenui, Nuhaka 101 90 kaanu Hawkins, W. and T., Waipapa, Mohaka 100 131 Tuaiwa Te Wharepapa, Poutu, Tokaanu 100 "5 Hemi Pera, Nuhaka 186 Tuia Tekahu, Te Henga, Tokaanu 227 298 Heemi tlnuwai, Nuhaka 100 Nil Tuiri Takiwa and Takiwa te Moma, Taupo 5080 Nil Hekairo Mete Whaata, Tauapate, S. Mahia 300 400 Turei te Aramoana, Tokaanu 119 ■57 Hemara Hawene, Mahia 100 100 Wairehu Rupena, Tokaanu 800 Nil Hemi Tohu, Tarawera 5° 68 Wan ikau, Tokaanu 120 ■58 Heremaia Hikirangi, Tuhara, Wairoa 146 214 Wikatene, Tokaanu 60 92 Hetekia Kaihote, Wairoa 5° Wi Tamaiwliana, Tokaanu 268 335 Hirawanui Ngakuru, Wairoa 200 131 Hird, Joeias, Wairoa 806 861 29,100 "9.355 Hirini, Kereru, Te Puia, Mabia 608 552 WAIROA COUNTY Hirini, Moekau, Whakaki, Wairoa 93 82 (In Napier Subdivision). Hirini Piki (Est. of), Te Mahanga No. 1,Mahia 200 300 Ahenata te Maire, Nukautauroa, Mahia 300 Hirini Nui, Nuhaku 101 Akuhata Puna, Mohaka 94 Nil Hiritai Tawihira, Hereheretau No. 2, Wairoa 100 Nil Anderson, A. and D., Mahi, Morere 396 520 Hodges, Henare, Paora, Tialio, Mobaka 598 700 Ani Karangaroa, Nuhaka 9i 97 Hohia Ahikaiata, Frasertown 37 40 Apirana, Taketake, Oarai, Wahanui 162 233 Hone, Whariki, Nuhaka 190 '25 Apirana, Whatawhata, Ohiwa, Fraserlpwn ... 400 500 Honiana Puna, Tongoio, Petane 596 700 33 H.—23.

NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 3 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898. tieeina Ngamako Tupeka, Nulmka 63 Hope, Frederick, Fernleigh, Napier 2OOO 2298 80 Hovi Nia Wairoa 8 Ngaruhe, Waipapa, Te Aute Nia, 3 '77 Mahia 6 Nil Hori Mahia 55° Nil Niccolls, A. H., Puihi, Mohaka 112 HoriTeaho and Kingi Teaho,Kopani, Mohaha 200 200 Nicholson, B. W., Waipapa, ■52 Mohaka 100 Soromona Taruna, Opoho, Wairoa 260 300 Ni Ranapia, Waikari, te Nuhaka 200 Hura 3°5 Niri Whanga and Paora Hau, ... 20.3 Takitati, Kahotea, Wahanui 356 2O2 Ihaka Kemara, Mahia 120 200 Noye, Edward, Mahia 3°° Koturoa Wairoa 20 10 Ihaka Pia Hira and Mohaka 380 Nuku Raua and Manu, Co., Moliaka Ihaka and Mohaka 290 380 Nutana Tekawe, 296 363 Taumata, Pae, Co., Mohaka Ihaka, Whanga, Wairoa 336 300 OUiyier, J. M., 270 392 Marumaru O'Neill Brothers, Ohuka, Frasertown 8593 9040 Ingram, C. P., Opoiti, 65 Maliia Iopa, Frasertown 140 ■65 Ormond, G. C, 17322 17227 lremi Waiana, Mahia IOO 110 Orr, J. K., Mangaone,Marumaru '55° ■975 Iritana Hami, Wairoa 70 22 Palmer, Thomas, Frasertown 400 400 Pane Huka, Rahaturua, Wairoa 506 600 Itereama Wiremu, Kupa, Mohaka 145 1139 82 Joblin, J., Uplands, Nuhaka 558 Paraihe Peta, Nuhaka '71 M. Mangatoto, 287 82 100 Kaliu Teritc, Kiliitu, Wairoa ' 100 9' Paratene, Mohaka Tβ Waikareraoana 100 Parekapa,Taepa, Tutu-o-to Kaha No. 4,Wairoa 170 297 Kapu Reneti, Rere, Waitai, Frasertown Kara, Mahia ioi Parker, Lucy J., • 534 1674 Frasertown 52 140 Patterson, J. G., Morere 1 22 Karaihe, Waikaremoana, and Mohaka 2 Karaitiana Te Huke. Mohaka Pearse, Ihaka, Co., 25 4 2379 530 406 Tiniroto Kararaina Hereheretau, Wairoa,.. 100 Penty, Edward, Ruakituri, 362 474 Wirihane, 104 Marumaru... Karauria Re Mahia 100 PeraTamihakawai, Mahurangi, 3°3 454 witi, Nuhaka 129 Karauria Waka Nuhaka 70 Nil Peta Nepia, 115 No. 2, Wairoa... 200 200 Petira Kopu and Hare Hame, Mohaka 334 473 Karena Rawhi, Hereheretau James, Waikaremoana, Fraser- •5° Karepa Mataira, Nuhaka 199 192 Phillips and Mahia 188 town Kawana Kereru, Kawaitau, 144 Frasertown... 33° Nil J., Marurnaru 25' Phillips, J. R., Waikaremoana, Kent, H. Waerea and Hana Tangemarae, Opoho, 200 200 Kent, I. H., Marumaru 69 Piki Napier Nil Nuhaka King, Joseph, Waitara Bush, Pohui, 2630 128 Wairoa 495 Piri Mete, Nuhaka 184 Kingi Karauria, Opoho, 498 Mahia 100 100 Nuhaka 100 100 Piripi Purupuru, Kopuawharo, Kingi Nau, Pita Ngapuketurua, Nuhaka 98 143 Komene te Ito, Portland Island, Mahia 204 320 Mete, Frasertown Pita te Hau, Mahia 100 Lambert, Bertram, Te Pokopoko, 4025 4245 100 Frasertown 333° Porahira, Hereheretan No. 2,Wairoa 140 Lambert, Fenton, Parkhurst, ... 3396 Hapimana, Frasertown •38 253 Loan Company, Springliill, Mohaka 5850 6560 Poutahi Land and Powdrell, Joseph, Turiroa, Wairoa 2917 3'24 Land and Loan Co., Maungaharuru, Mohaka 5403 6169 166 182 L., Mohaka 353 475 Poyzer, Arthur, Avvatere, Wairoa Lemuel, J. Teurupu, Pohokura, Tarawera 100 Wairoa, Mohaka 100 Ra'ihania Waipapa, 97 Lena, Eamlose, Charles (Estate of), Wahanui 1006 Nil Lindsay Brothers, Napier 3173 3932 Nil Inverleith, Marumaru Ranapia, Waikari, Mohaka 432 Lomax, J. P., 1989 Waikari, Mohaka 54 A. Gγ., Wairoa 34 Ranapia, 598 Lundon, M. Hakaiaha,Frasertown 324 Kirinini, Mahia 400 373 Rangi ■58 Maata Hereheretau No. 2, Wairoa 180 100 Kirikiri, Mahia 93 202 Rangi Ibakara, Maata and Paekoti Teaho, Whanga- 100 Macandrew Brothers, Awa-o-Totara, Napier 13.68 13760 Rangi Pepuere 33° welii, Mahia Maika Taruke, Nuhaka 5°° Wairoa 100 Ohinekura, Frasertown 332 Raniera Oneone, Hereheretau, Makahi Tapiki, 605 Mahia 100 100 Clyde, Wairoa 10 Raniera Tarairo, Maloney, William, North ... 3° Wairoa 200 Ereti Mokeke, Nuhaka 100 Raiiiera Tawhiri, Hereheretau, Marara'Hamneaand .. Haw.aikirangi, Wairoa 140 '56 Matene Ruawai, Tukurangi, Frasertown 2460 2265 Rapihana Kopu 168 Rauna Hape, Hereheretau No. 2, Wairoa ... ■85 76 Matenga Waitaniwha, Nuhaka '74 Mohaka No. Wairoa 202 Remiora, Puna, Waikariteihana, ... 400 295 Matcre Ngarara, Hereheretau 2, 232 l 100 Renata Waihape, Mohaka 189 9 Matetu Tame, Mahia 141 Wairoa ,O Wairoa Rewi Parareka, Hereheretau, 3 Mayo, G-eorge, 52 Mohaka 600 Marumaru 289 309 Rewi Tawera, Terua, 477 Mayo, Hugh, Nuhaka 100 ■25 Wairoa 232 266 Rewi Tawera, Ruakuku, McDougal, W. J., Rewitai Mohaka 400 800 Nathaniel, Morere 216 230 Whanga, Tongoio, Mclntyre, to Mahia 62 70 Thomas, Mount Ville, Tarewa 237 300 Rewi Kauru, Taituharu, Mclntyre, ... Reni Toheriri, Kopuawharo. Maliia 101 100 Mclvor and Tait, Waikari 6000 6197 Wairoa ... 2822 3°74 Richardson, G. E. G., Nuhaka 1940 2107 McKinnon, J. M., Kaihunahuna, Upper Mohaka John, Arapawanui, Napier 20500 21 200 Riddiford and Co.,Pohokura, 19.18 2085 McKinnon, ... Riria Pomana, Nuhaka 5° 5° MeKinnon Brothers, Stratholm, Wairoa 399' 44.18 188 Mahia 57 Robinson, W. J., Morere 119 McLeod, D. A., Hopelands, ■36 Nuhaka 180 Pohuinui, Mohaka 161 '59 Ropotini Matawliina, 232 McMillan, Archibald, ... Tio and Tutu Hokianga, Mohaka 76 99 McPherson, Alick, Avonville, Tarewa 95 Ruiha ... Farquhar, Springhill, Frasertown 43'8 4376 Rutene Tuhi, Manunaru 378 MeRae, ... llavid, Moumoukai, Morere 700 1000 Mein Brothers, Kiwi, Wairoa 24972 Nil Shaw, 108 182 Sim Brothers, Mohaka 2018 Nil Mere Tirikohai, Mahia Mangarukai, Morere 490 57' Meretene Waipapa, Mohaka 908 967 Sloan, Robert, Karena, Smyth, J. F., Pilot-station, Wairoa 1105 996 Mi Oriwa, Frasertown 122 129 182 Opoho, Nuhaka 99 Stacey, S. Q-., Frasertown 170 Mita Henare Mihingare, ... 9' Mohaka 2000 2000 Tarapuhi, Waikari, Mohaka 200 Stark, James,Lavin Dale, Mohi George, Taina Tami, Riekie, Wairoa >°54 "94 Molesworth Tarewa 380 500 Stevens, Bros., Stewart, C. E., Whiorau, Nuhaka 1722 1688 Munro, W. C, Riverina, Frasertown 3009 3446 Napier C, Inverleith. 1840 Nil Tait, John, Waitaha, 3266 3847 Munro, W. Marumaru, and Sim, Mohaka 2500 and Co., Putere, Napier 9351 955' Tait, Mrs., Misses, Murray, Roberts, ... 206 Tait, W., Tunanui, Nuhaka 500 45° Natau Ihimaera, Waikaremoana, Fiasertown 223 Frasertown Taitua Ru, Mahia 5° Nat. Bk. N.Z. (Ltd.), Pakowbai, 43'7 Mohaka Waikaremoana,Frasertown... 202 Takarei Haparoa, .64 205 Nawhaka Iraia, Tame Mete, Nuhaka '65 168 N.Z.L. & M.A. Company (Limited), Napier 7829 7942 8423 8700 Taare Mete and Toro Nepia, Nuhaka "79 188 Neale, W. A., Waihi, Frasertown Petane 202 Potaka, Mohaka 636 59' Tare, Papi, and Arama ; Pohio, 254 Nehemia te Huiki, Aram-i and Rahcke and Hoani Hata, Arapawanui, 132 284 Tare, Papi, Pohio, Hukanui, 197 ■5° Nereta Watene ; Waimaka, Frasertown Petane Tawamaru Heni Toherire, Mahia 200 Ngahiraka Taurima, Mahia 97 H.—23. 34

NAPIER DISTRICT— continued. NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April3". April 30, April30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Taylor Brothers, Egypt, .Frasertown 2127 2502 Bicknell, Joseph, Fuketapu 1006 1111 Taylor, I. E., Burnside, Erasertown 175° 1840 Birch, A. S., Oruamatua, Moawhango 31239 30744 Taylor, T. E., Morere 751 749 Birch, W. J., Erewlion, Napier 3 '83° 34298 Teka, Hema, and Rewi Atana, Whakata- 55° 600 Black Brothers, Eskdale 7'S ngirua, Frasertown Blair, John, MillFarm, Puketitiri 785 789 Teotaeo Mataitai, Hereheretau No. 2, Wairoa i io 87 Bodley, Henry, Pohui 2030 Te Rina and Mihi Whaanga, Nuhaka 3°° 258 Bourke, 0. O. D., Papakura, Taradale =;oo Toteira Teoriki, Nuhaka 91 Bousfield, K. W. R., Makirikiri, Hastings ... '93 Nil Thorpe, Stephen, Turiroa 2115 2422 Boyle, James, Havelock N. 610 Nil Tiemi Mete, Nuhaka 200 3°4 Bridgeman, William,The Poplars, Hastings... 190 600 Tiemi Ni, Arapawanui, Petane 1000 Nil Broughton, William, Ngapuke, Fernhill 6027 5778 Tiki Matarae, Wairoa 98 82 Burke, Patrick, Rhodes' Farm, Puketitiri ... 52 63 Tio Pera and Henare Teaho, Pirau Mohaka... 204 294 Campbell, Hugh, Poukawa, Napier 24093 22184 Ti Pare, Waikareraoana, Frasertown 234 Canning. Charles, St. Andrew, Eskdale 238 Nil Tirarua te Kaura, N uhaka 160 180 Canning, Davis, Riverslea, Hastings 974 80 Tite Paterete, Nuhaka 157 217 Carmichael, A. and D., GUengarrie, Napier ... 6S oo 53°° Titoko Wliaanga, Nuhaka. 83 101 Carswell and Sons, The Incline, Napier 1926 2455 Torbett, J. F., Wahanui 1760 Carswell, David, Woodside, Puketitiri 887 919 Torr, J. M., Wairoa 290 280 Cato, C. H., Parepipi, Napier 45 32 Torr, T. and W. H., Alton, Turiroa 1207 1180 Chambers, J. B., Te Mata, Havelock N. [ 2925 '2344 Towgood, Estate of, Tangoio, Napier 15900 Nil Chambers, John, Mokopeka, Hastings '3500 '3°45 Tunis, T. J., Windsborough, Frasertown ... 5°4i 4860 Chambers, T. M., Tauroa, Havelock N. '2395 '2573 Tunks, T. J., Mahanga, Frasertown '959 2432 Chase, Thomas, Makatote, Moawhango 84; 2089 Tutara Haraana, Wairoa 100 Clark, G. M., Wairoaiti, Petane 2 735 2663 Twigg Brothers, Mangaruhe, Marumaru 5000 5050 Clark, H. 8., Seafield, Petane 2890 2800 Twigg, F. C, Petane 1300 Clegg, William, Petane 800 800 Twigg, H. J.,Ridgemount, Petane 9000 9184 Codd, C, Moteo, Puketapu 597 834 Utuku One, Mahia 100 282 Cohen and Stock, Napier 1510 Nil Vaughan, R. G-., Tahaenui, Wairoa 672 838 Collison, B. D., Claremont, Hastings 3674 4000 Waaka Toroaiwhiti, Nuhaka 52 74 Conroy and Co., Napier 655 292 Waata Hata, Arapawanui, Petane 288 3°o Conway, James, Moawhango '9 Nil Wahati Wairau, Mahia 70 100 Conway, Jeremiah, Hastings 40 70 Waipatu Winitona, Te Rere, Frasertown ... 210 Cooper and Abbott, Ardlussa, Puketapu 5788 Nil Walker, Douglas, Pakiri, Frasertown 500 600 Corkill, John, Moteo, Puketapu 375 300 Walker, George, sen. (Estateof), Wai Nuhaka '0.553 9184 Couper, D. M., Glenora, Eskdale 2900 3400 Walker, G.,sen. (Est. of),Waikokopu, Nuhaka 280 43° Coupei,,W. A., Kaharanaki, Havelock N. ... 23000 7040 Walker, Niel, Ohinepaka, Wairoa 1907 2075 Couper, W. A., Mount Erin, Havelock North 12050 Walker, Niel, Ruapapa, Wairoa 10149 10068 Crighton and Lubbock, Mangaone, Rissington 2180 2080 Walsh, Patrick, Maraenui, Nuhaka 304 Crosse, Thomas, Woodland, Hastings 1005 877 Watene Huka, Wairoa 800 800 Crosse, Thomas, Whak&tu, Hastings ..* 1200 2629 Watene Paioneone, Mahia 1400 400 C'ullen, J. C, Elms, Hastings '<) Wepiha Wainohu, Mobaka 127 167 Dalgety and Co., Glenross, Fuketapu 17650 16760 Wetini, A., Kune, Tongoio, Petane 610 1200 Davey, John, Poukawa Reserve, Hastings ... 1672 3° Wheel, Thomas, Mangatawa, Marumaru 573 67. Davis, Edward, Springvale, Puketapu 3477 3574 White, Mrs. J., Awatere, Wairoa 210 192 Dillon, Alfred, Belmont, Eskdale 3232 3' 55 White,W. B. andF.,Maungataniwha,Wairoa 4050 439O Dillon, F. J.,Eskdale 525 f JO Winiata Hira, Arapawanui, Petane 600 600 Dolbel, P. and R., Taradale 2969 3108 Wiremu Kaipuke, Mahia 100 100 Dolbel, Philip, jun., Redcliff, Taradale 1000 1000 Wiremu Pani andTeteiraKemara,Nuhaka... 121 172 Donnelly, G. P., Criesoge, Napier 19188 • s 2.^ Wi Tamahi, Nuhaka 100 102 Donnelly, G. P., Waimarama, Napier 29580 29162 Wi Tekahu and Co.,Whakapuore, Mohaka... 1100 ■3°9 Doole, William Okoeke, Moawhango '53 595 Wi te Paretipua, Mahanga No. 1, Mahia ... 200 200 Douglas, W. (Estate of), Te Mahanga, Napier 35558 347°o Douglas, William, Koparekore, Napier 1243 Nil 496,053 528,345 Du Croz, P. F., Raukawa, Te Aute 11958 12043 Duff, H. and A., Whakarara, Kereru 733' 73' 7 HAWKE'g BAT COUNTY Dunn, Mrs. Ellen, Dunmore, Puketitiri 2014 1992 (In Napier Subdivision). Egerton, Mark,& Co., Motukawa, Moawhango 2030 25'4 Abbott, Henry, Ardlussa, Puketapu 6710 Ekengarangi Hapuku, Manukairakau, Te Aute 178 480 Abeolom, J. II., Te Kohi, Napier 1308 H3O Elbourne, William,Rosemount, Puketapu ... 2000 '393 Airiniand G.P. Donnelly, Mangaohane,Napier 1938. 18183 Elliot, John, Hastings 82 Akemelii te Ratima, Paki Paki '45 161 Elliott, George, Havelock North 128 Nil Anaru te Wanikau and Boyd, Timabanga, 12 1 50 13021 Ellison, Charles, Dunblane, Spit 211 26; Napier Ellison, Mrs. Mabel, Manukairakau, Te Aute 366 399 Anaru te Wanikau and Boyd, Makokomiko, 6632 5070 Erueti Arani, Pungataua, Moawhango 8264 9866 Napier Eruini Amorewa, Wainui, Ohingaiti 1021 1090 Anderson and Royse, Te Harato, Eskdale ... 21554 22155 Evans & Campbell, Maraekakalio 1408 '378 Andereon, William, Briar Lea, Petane 80 40 Evison, William, Pukahu, Havelock N. 18 Ani Kanara, Papaaruhe, Te Aute 123 164 Farmery, Charles, Hastings 606 166 Ani Kingi, Wainui Run, Moawhango 1 3806 9006 Flanders, John, The Lawn, Clive 120 Arami Tini, Runanga, Tarawera 88 152 Gordon, Captain, Clifton, Clive 16746 16932 Arapata Hapuku, Kohai, Te Hauke, Napier 1100 402 Gordon, C. L. T., Taurapa, Hastings 3493 32.S 2 Arihi te Nahu, Te Hauke, Te Aute 836 876 Gordon and Moore, Rakamoana, Napier 18280 19206 Arnold, George, Olive 965 Grace, J.E., Tapnpa, Tokaanu 2269 Nil Baker, Thomas, Double Crossing, Tarawera.,. 481 565 Gray, Upsall, The Allenton Estate, Hastings 89 Nil Ball, John,Rough Ridge, Puketitiri 173 284 Groome, M. E., Onipu, Te Aute 325' 2292 Barbour, David, Little Bush, Taradale '53 Nil Groome, T. H., Te Ante 740 Batley R. T., Moawhango 12457 15009 Hakopa te Ahunga, Taurawhiri, Moawhango 3377 4217 Batley, R. T., Awarua, Moawhango 1288 245° Hallett, Thomas, Hawkston, Napier •5557 15900 Beamish, N. E., Whanawhana, Hastings 20000 19500 Hapuku Tenahu, Te Aute 180 Nil Bee, George, Pakowhai, Taradale 1000 336i Harawira Heperi, Moawhango •455 1608 Beecroft, W. A., Hastings 5 2 73 Harding, A., Kereru 23823 24798 Beuch, P. F. W., Moawhango 254 48, Harper, W. T., Taradale 376 254 Bennett, John, Newstead, Napier 15000 '497s Harpham, William, The Farm, Taradale 82 16 Bennett, S. J., Omaranui, Taradale 33° Nil Harrison, John, The Hawthorns, Taradale ... 41 5 Bicknell, John, Puketapu 10 Nil Harvey, John, Willow Park, Havelock N. ... ■318 NU 35 H.—23.

NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. NAPIER DISTRICT—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, I April 30 April 30, April 30, 189?. 1«!)8. 1897. 1898. i__

Hauturu Piriniha (Estate of), Moawhango ... 21 IO i8oo Murdoch, H. H., Murdoch Road, Hastings.... 23 22 Hawthorne, Jaa., Willowvale, Greenmeadows 3° 45 Nairn, Mrs Susan, The Lawn, Napier 5° Nil Heald, Charles, Te Aute 67O Nil Neagle, Richard, Wharerangi, Taradale 700 IO97 Hebberley, James (Estate of), Tarawera 3595 353° Neagle, E. J., Taradale 48 40 Henare Kepa, Moawhaugo 8090 4>°5 Nelson Brothers (Limited), Apley, Eissington 15206 I32IO Heperi Pikirangi, Moawhango 2528 2320 Nelson Brothers, Mangateretere, Tomoana ... 14312 18962 Heslop, J. & W..(Est. of), Puketapu, Taradale 2559 2681 Nelson, William, TuH Tuki, Havelock North 15672 I5OOO Heslop, J. &W. (Est. of), Omaranui, Taradale 7172 7418 Newbould, A. J.,Tahune Arnoa, Taradale ... 275 '35 Higgina, John, Orwell, Napier 5° 165 Ngahere te Pataka and Co., Pohokura, Tara- 20 46 Higgins, Lawrence, Tuhirangi, Puketapu ... 933' 10398 wera Hiha, Ngarangaione, Mahanga, Kaiwhata, 800 Nil Noa Huke and Aronoa (Est. of),Ohiti, Fernhill 3870 445° and Para, Marewa, Moteo, Puketapu Nortli British and Hawke's Bay Freezing "93 'M5 Hill, K. J., Fernhill 5437 587S Company, Grange, Petane Hill, W. B., Puketitiri 7 1 60 North, L. W., Dartmoor, Puketapu j368 1114 Hiraka te Rango, Wainui, Moawhango 1906 2045 Nugent and Brown, Maraekakaho 500 Hiraka te Rango, Moawhango 6994 S272 O'Keefe, John, Springbank, Moawhango 293 467 Hoera Terango, Moawhango 45°3 Nil Old, Oliver, Moawhango 682 1456 Hohepa Kumeroa, Tokaanu 667 1000 Old, William, Moawhango 200 487 Holford, Q-eorge, Oruarei, Hastings 2220 2438 Onewa te Marangatawa, Moawhango 378 400 Holt, John, Arohiwi, Hastings 101 9i Ormond, Hon. J. D., Karamu, Napier 2600 2580 Hori Tupaea, Te Hauke, Te Aute 784 837 Orr, John, Papakura, Taradale 707 400 Hoterini Rani, Paki Paki 360 Nil Orr, John, Puketitiri 1000 Howell, John, Puketitiri 354 394 Orr, J. S. Hukunui, Puketitiri 1000 1282 Howse, George, The Terrace, Puketapu 981 823 Orr, William, jun., Orwell, Clive 320 600 Hughes, A. E., Puketitiri 4' 100 Paora, Eokino, Eunanga, Tarawera 597 100 Hughes, Henry, Bushey Park, Puketitiri 260 Nil Paraire Tomoana and Timirana Eatima, Ko- 132 122 Hura Kumeroa, Rangipo North, Moawhango 1235 1 176 parakore, Pakipaki Hutchinson, Francis, Rissington 4685 4810 Paramena, Oneone, Kahumoko, Pakipaki 1000 1000 Ihaia te Ngira, Waitio, Fernhill 1560 2123 Parker, William, Te Horo, Moawhango 30 Irimana Ngahou, Waiakaho, Maraekakaho ... 600 400 Paurini Eaua Kopura, Wainui, Moawhango 1400 '5'5 Joll, D. J., Harewood, Hasting3 93 Peacock, G. (Estate of), Brookland, Puketapu 4949 Keepa Winiata, Maraekakaho 700 820 Peddle, S. W. P., Hendley, Napier 5952 7800 Kepa te Ahum, of Tepapa Tokaanu 680 Peddle, T. P., The Rock, Pohm 359° 4°45 Kelly, John, Green Field, Clive 1628 Pehira, Kingi, and Tengu Kingi, Turangarere, 443° S367 Kereama Teheheu, Arawhiti, and Wipikai, 55 S6 Moawhango Pohokura, Tarawera Pell, Stephen, Clive 300 400 Kerei Pohiahia, Waitio, Fernhill ... 167 140 Pine Tuakau, Opaea, Moawhango 3547 4016 King, J., Waitara Bush, Pohui, Napier 3445 Potter, Q-. C, Upper Mohaka, Taupo Eoad... 695 ■4'3 Kipa Anaru and Mihi, Pohokura, Petane' ... 86 Nil Powdrell, Henry, Meanee 170 61S Kitto, W., and Sons, Pahou, Petane 810 560 Priest, George, Papaaruhi, Te Aute 299 298 Kittow, William, Waima, Petane 150 316 Proctor, Samuel, Hessington Wood, Pohui... 5' 32 Krause, E F., c/o Gordon & Moore, Napier 3~S3 400 Pulford, Henry, Pine Farm, Clive West 40 103 Land & Loan Co., Whakamarumaru, Napier 9968 9 295 Eangi Hurinui, Runanga, Tarawera 99 103 Landsdown, Richard, Korokipo, Meanee 104 160 Rapana Tanguru, Mangaohane, Napier 4°5 Nil Limmer, H. T., Hastings 20 Nil Raumaewa te Rango, Moawhango 5307 Nil Lincoln, John, Patoka Napier 600 797 Renata Pukututu, Te Aute 335 320 Lopdell, Jae., Papakura, Meanee Nil 55 Rhodes, E. H. (Trustees of); Patoka, Napier 36592 37250 Lowry, T. H., Okawa, Fernhill 25412 26290 Eigger, John, Salisbury, Maraekakaho 336o 3325 Lyndon, G., Moawhango U70 Rihiona te Tua, Moawhango '749 1280 Lyon, James, Pakaututu, Puketitiri 3024 2692 Rirerire Wereta, Moawhangoiti 182 400 Macdonald, Alexander, Kuripapanga 100 1016 Roberts, John, Clive Grange, Clive 11526 ! 1221 Mackenzie, R. H., Gruinard, Havelock North 11900 Robertson, Peter, Puningi, Clive 5'° 170 Mackenzie, R. H., Hilton, Havelock N. 10440 454° Robinson, William, Te Aute 225 62O Macniven, J. H., Greenfield, Clive 1727 '525 Roper, Frank. Southland Road, Hastings ... 2 5 Main, J. C, Riverslea, Hastings • 482 264 Royse and Anderson, Poporangi, Kereru 26000 253°° Mari Taiuru, Motukawa, Moawhango 2033 2581 Russell, A. H., Tunanui, Napier 11640 12862 Marshall, James, Eskdale 1300 1362 Russell, A. H , Twyford, Hastings 6740 6857 Marshall, J. H., Whareponga, Petane '57° ■565 Russell, Hon. H. R. (Estate of), Te Aute ... 6156 6100 Marshall, Robert, Aberfeldie, Petane 103 Eussell, Hon. W. R., Flaxmere, Hastings ... 6205 53'6 Martin, George, Taradale '85 120 Russell, Hon. W. R., Sherenden, Fernhill ... 12700 13200 Mason, Maurice, Taheke, Te Aute 10610 10700 Rymer, George, Napier 18 27 Matene Paora, Pohokura, Tarawera 66 Nil Schon, J. C, Moawhango ... 500 Nil McCutchen, Oliver, Greenmeadows 28 Shaw, Langley, Korokipo, Napier '759 2824 McDonald, D., Queen Street, Hastings 135 132. Sheild, Arthur, Waikonini, Puketapu 14700 14270 McDonald, Donald, Pukahu, Havelock N. ... 1000 1002 Sheild, Arthur, Mangatutu, Puketapu 555° 6600 McDonald, G. A., Napier 35° Shrimpton, W., Matapiro, Maraekakaho 20700 20220 McDonald, James, Pukahu, Havelock N. 997 956 Simmons, William, The Bush, Kereru 380 3S6 McDonald, William, Pukahu 100 Nil Sinclair, William, Hastings 57 60 McGill, Mrs. Eliza, Raureka, Hastings 200 6 Small Brothers, Waihau, Napier 35'7 3739 McGlashan, William, Eskdale 22 Nil Smith, H. P. (Estate of), Olrig, Maraekekaho 32119 3°SS5 McHardy, Alexander, Longlands, Hastings... 21750 Nil Smith, W. H., Hedgeley, Eskdale 10029 11890 Mclntyre, Alexander, Braehead, Puketitiri... 400 481 Sowersby, Eobert, Hastings 7 McKain, I. S., and Sons, Petane '53 '73 Stock, William, Strotford Lodge, Hastings ... 3' Nil McKay, Alexander, Kohinarakau, Haveloek N. 1997 Nil Stormer, Frederick, Woodlands, Puketitiri ... 261 187 McLean, Allan, Duai-t, Havelock N. 237 244 Stothart, James, Eskmount, Petane 2500 4000 McLean, D. A., Hynish, Maraekakaho 1467 1440 Studholme, John, Owhaoko, Napier 68909 .69682 McLean, Hugh, Hastings 563 Nil Tait and Mills, Hakawai, Napier 1772 2680 McLean, Archibald, Greenhill, Maraekakaho 55°° 4805 Tangatake Pohuka Hapuku, Te Aute 1220 McLean, R. D. D., Maraekakaho 62000 61000 Tanner, T., Endsleigh, Havelock N. 7996 6809 Meinertzhagen & Moore, Waimarama, Napier 29120 30096 Tanner, T., Wai Puanga, Eskdale 17130 18824 Merehira Taipu, Makofeomiko, Moawhango 5°5 869 Tarati Patuware, Te Hauke, Te Aute 90 118 Midgeley, Thomas, Royston, Clive 1374 1389 Tawhi Paranihi, Wainui, Moawhango 9'5 866 Mission Station, Meanee le, 647 1709 Temuera, Waitio, Fernhill '53° 1578 Mohoanui, Moawhango 602 565 Terehunga Tomoana, Waipatu, Hastings 202 Nil H.—23. 36 NAPIER DISTRICT— continued. NAPIER DISTRICT—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Teuamirangi, T. E., Roy's Hill, Maraekakaho 500 650 Beagley, W., Pinfold Road, Woodville 586 930 Te Rini Pine, Rungatawa, Moawhango 9181 10460 Beaumont, John, Saddle Road, Woodville ... 497 493 Te Roera Tareha, Waiohiki, Taradale 850 Nil Beckett, W. M., Koromiko, Norsewood S. ... 140 ■83 Thompson Brothers, Havelock Road, Hastings 20 265 Bengston, Johannes, Ormondville 253 244 Thompson, James, Clive 75 1112 Bergersen, Anders, Makaretu 806 805 Tiffen.H. S. (Est. of),G-reenmeadows,Taradale 4306 Nil Berkahn, A. C. A., Long Hill, Wakarara ... 393 389 Tolmie, Allan, G-lenlyon, Maraekakaho 1504 1485 Berkahn, C. A., Wakarara 38 203 Tong, F. C, Moteo, Puketapu 4°3 Nil Berkahn, Franz, Makaretu 122 100 Trimble, Robert, Hazelthorp, Hastings 253 20; Berkahn, John, Makaretu ■3' 117 Tui Ratima, Koparakore, Paki Paki 99 79 Berkahn, W. F. H., Greenhill, Maharahara 2400 2900 Tuka Matairangi, Ngaurukehu, Moawhango 1480 Nil Berkahn, W. F. W., Maharahara 1500 Turner, J. P., Pnketitiri 346 37 2 Bibby, Edward, Lunsdale, Waipawa 5373 4283 Tuxford, A. E., Petane 306 288 Black, G. J., Craig-y-Nos, Ashley-Clinton ... 1510 Twigg, H. J., Petane Grange, Petane 100 141 Bliss, F. W., Whariti, Woodville 400 600 Villers, Charles, Kaiarero, Petane 446 35° Blowes, William, Maharahara East 3° Von Haast Brothers, Maraetara, Spit 39' *45 Boese, W. F., Wakarara 10 Waata Rakaiwerohia, Waitio, Fernhill 1260 •55[ Boggiss, Hales, Umatoroa Downs, Danevirke 281 Waikare Karaitiana, Kaingaroa, Moawhango 10600 8316 Bolton, Zachariah, Ashley-Clinton 265 286 Walker, Malcolm, Otakuao, Maraekakaho ... 1100 1100 Booker, Samuel, Makaretu 244 2.6 Wall, H. J, Hastings 55 14 Bovaird, J. H., Ormondville 3<-<5 300 Wall, Robert, Hastings 250 Bowden, Leonard, Riverside, Wakarara 179 293 Wallace, Neil, Willow Bank, Eskdale 4360 435° Bowman, E. H., Kaikora North ... 100 92 Watene Hapuku (Bst. of), Vβ Hauke, Te Aute 232 Bowman, George, Woodville 555 575 Waterhouse and Fitzherbert, Puketapu 16700 16000 Boyle, James, Havelock N. 1179 Nil Watt, J. (Estate of), Longlands, Hastings ... >745' Brabazon, John, Makotuku 265 200 Watts, J. 0., Hastings 599 372 Brabazon, Pamuel, Oakleigh, NorsewoodS. ... 75° 600 Weaver, Alfred, Hastings 270 5' Bradley, Joseph, Spring Creek, Woodville ... 1588 800 Wellwood, Ambrose, Hastings 130 40 Brady, Patrick, Takapau 95 98 Wellwood, Arthur, Hastings 242 '39 Brennan, Mrs.B. M., Sunnyside, Ormondville 190 200 Wellwood, Robert, Southland, Hastings 7°3 '525 Bridge, H. H. and S., Droxford, Woodville .. 1712 1709 Wetini Rangiapohia, Pohokura, Tarawera ... 121 Nil Bridge, H. H., Fairfleld, Ongaonga 11210 ■°434 Whibley, E. J., Harewood, Hastings 3° Nil Britten, John, Waipawa 992 552 Willan, Thomas, Birds' Nest, Meanee 702 498 Browne, T. A., Norsewood 3°4 100 Williams, E. H., Napier 5° Buchanan, H. D., Kumeroa ... 3801 3723 Williams, J. N., Frimley, Hastings 9036 945° Buchanan, J. J., Fairsteam, Tikosino. 861 884 Williams, T. W., Willowford, Puketapu ... 363 352 Bunning, S., Mangatoro Valley, Danevirke ... 586 450 Williams, William, Rissington 3 6 Burgess, F. G., Woodville 8 '97 Williamson, G-. W., Koparakore, Te Aute ... 2052 Burkin, George, Wakarara 62 73 Winiata te Whaaro, Waiakaha, Moawhango 3624 2700 Burtton, Richard, Tataramoa, Whetukura ... 61 Wirimu Hapukn, Te Hauke, Te Aute 320 186 Burtton, Richard, The Pines, Kumeroa 398 296 Wirimu Pohio, Arapawanui, Petane . 300 Callaghan, Michael, Mount Erin, Woodville 3°' 300 Wirimu Ponatahuri, Te Hauke, Porangahau 207 293 Cameron, Ronald, Whariti, Woodville 900 Nil Wiripina Mare Mare, Koparakore, Te Aute 97 83 Carlson, Henry, Danevirke 256 704 Wiripo te Hana, Pohokura, Tarawera 60 61 Carlson, J. A., Kumeroa 680 596 Wyatt, Joseph, Hastings 460 359 Carlyon, A. S. G-., Gwavas, Tikokino 27000 26000 Carlyon, H. F. F., Rangitoto, Takapau 2600 3002 >3'4372 1309056 Carr, Ernest, Whariti, Woodville Nil 1280 Carson, John,Wakarara 198 WAIPAWA COUNTY Carter, James, Maharahara 186 21 I (In Napier Subdivision). Carter, L. W. F., Woodville 300 33° Adams, W. J., Blackburn S 69 596 Castles, W. J., Cave Farm, Whetukura 203 303 A'Deane, J. B., Ashcott, Ongaonga 14111 1350° Christoffersen, Otter, Makaretu 79 Aiknian, James, Blackburn 205 Clark, Andrew, Burnside, Woodville 335 53° Akuira Paewai, Tawakeroa, Danevirke 120 28 Clark, J. T., Masterton Road, Woodville ... 6 Alder, C. W., Blackburn 297 394 Clark, W. C, Blairgowrie, Woodville 389 472 Alder, W. T., Blackburn 192 293 Clarke, Herbert, Springfield, Woodville 3°o Amundsen, Bernt, Maharahara 572 Nil Connor, J. J., Lake Farm, Makaretu 1730 2700 Andersen, Hans, Makaretu 61 79 Cook, A. W., Ashley-Clinton 602 599 Anderson, J. S., Whetukura 162 Cook, Charles, Pine Grove, Ashley-Clinton... 458 414 Andersen, R. M., Ashley-Clinton 141 33° Cook, George,Mount Pleasant, Ashley-Clinton 146 113 Andersen, Sven, Ormondville 107 98 Corbett, Michael, Umatoroa, Danevirke '3 '3 Anderson, Mrs. Clara, Blackburn 392 468 Cordell, A. E., Pearson's Farm, Danevirke... no 131 Anderson, Mrs. L., BrickVilla, Ashley-Clinton 96 173 Costall, F. T., Umatoroa, Danevirke 637 Nil Arapata Meha, Waipawa 332 266 Cowper and Knight, Kaitoki, Danevirke 19325 17612 Arthur, E. H., Whetukura 42 150 Cox, Henry, Minster Farm, Woodville 233 329 Arthur, J. W., Woodbank, Ormondville 197 '94 Crosse, Thomas, Kumeroa 11500 10000 Aunger, Richard, Riverslea, Kumeroa 473 400 Oroucher, F. H., Maharahara 538 402 Austin, Thomas, Otawhao, Kumeroa 298 . Nil Cunningham, J. B., Woodville 500 500 Austin, William, Tikokino 37 43 Curtis, Walter, The Junction, Whetukura ... 40 Avison, Allen, Homewood, Waipawa 739 659 Curry, James, Woodlands Road, Woodville 226 Nil Baddeley and Henderson, Danevirke 1220 1912 Dassler Brothers, German Valley, Makaretu 5°7 Bagnall, H. T., Takapau 272 456 Dassler, William, German Valley, Makaretu 275 Nil Bailey, J. J., Waipukurau 3°3 7°3» Davis, E., Totara Farm, Kumeroa 2224 Baines, C. R., Papatu, Ormondville ISM 1400 Davis, Rees, Takapau 265 962 Baker, Henry, Spring Hill, Kumeroa 291 94 Davis, W., Kumeroa 2223 Baker, J. W", Whetukura 5 1 Davis, Robert, Totara Farm, Kumeroa Nil Bank of N.Z. Est. Co., Mangatoro, Danevirke 38180 38433 Dickins, Alfred, Woodville 62 270 Bargrove, William, Belgrove, Kumeroa 485 502 Dickins, James, Woodville •34i 1018 Barker, J. H., Makotuku 274 263 Dickinson, Emml., MoorePark, Ashley-Clinton 198 240 Barlow, James, Wakarara 964 1060 Dittmer, A. F. F., Danevirke 295 Barnett, Albert, Maharahara 98 Nil Doak, Job, Maharahara 489 35° Barry, D., Fernhill, Umatoroa, Danevirke ... 400 400 Doar, Joseph, Stanton, Blackburn 500 600 Barton, G-. F., Kumeroa 123 290 Donghi, Joseph, Ormondville 187 Beachen, J. P., Brookside, Ongaonga 697 686 Douglas, Ralph, Morven Hills, Wakarara ... 358 508 37 H.—23.

NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. NAPIER DISTRICT—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30. April30, April 30, April 30, 1897.' 1898. 1897. 1898. Downing, W. E., Bellevue, Takapau 609 912 Hoera Rangiwliakaewa, Kaitoke, Danevirke 26 S 278 Durham, George, Springvale,Ashley-Clinton 500 Hogg, Edward, Hogburii, Tikokino 398 359 Durham, R. T. M., Ashley-Clinton 302 Nil Hoggard, Arthur, Otope, Danevirke 800 800 Durham, W., Woodburn, Ashley-Clinton ... 605 555 Holden Brothers, Rakiatoi, I ikokino 3700 3000 Ebbett, G-eorge, Heretaunga, Maharahara ... 494 49° Holden Brothers, Springvale, Tikokino 12480 14233 Ebbett, James, Hastings ... j 38.5 379 Holder, H. R. Riverside, Woodville 4221 3489 Ebbett,, W. H., Maharahara 474 Holland, E. H., Sunnyside, Norsewood 611 Edgecombe, J. W., Glenburn, Takapau 600 698 Hooper, H. S., Arlington, Waipukurau 8144 8090 Elderehaw, M. E., Takapau 301 Hope, Mrs. M., Ongaonga 79 95 Ellinghatn, 1\, Whittlewood, Ashley-Clinton 1742 1810 Hope, William, Clifton, Woodville 490 190 Elliott, A. W.. Mount Pleasant, Papatawa ... 535 395 Howard, J., Epping Forest, Takapau 242 55° Elliott, A. E., & Son, Mt. Pleasant, Papatawa 975 976 Howard, Josiah, Smedley, Tikokino 16000 F4000 Ellis Brothers and Nelson, Wilding's Siding, 723 203 Howes, William, Rose Bank, Oruiondville ... 92 Nil Otawhao Howse, Thomas, Ashley-Clinton 1 231 1280 Ellison, W. J., Syloania, Takapau 800 800 Hughes, David, Hill House, Woodville 468 352 England, G-eorge, Bengrove, Maharahara ... j 997 594 Hughes, Thomas, Bradley Grreen, Woodville 1408 ■389 Fairbrother, Isaac, Deep Creek,Whetukura... 213 'S^ Hulena, Sebastian, Forest Hill, Norsewood ... 288 298 Finsch, Mrs. Herman,Norsewood ... | 34 41 Hunter, T. H., Otope, Danevirke ... 3697 4O45 Fitzjohn, W, Danevirke 100 172 Hunter, W. G-., Otope, Danevirke 1587 1500 Fitzjohn, William, Wakarara 172 Hutt, Joseph, sen. (Estate of), Waikopiro, 3!3 300 Fletcher, Josepli, Happy Valley, Wakarara 500 485 Ormondville Fletcher, Mrs. H., Pendle Hill, Wakarara ... 1408 •425 Hyde, Thomas, Hyde Park, Woodville 383 3'M Forward, Francis, Makotuku 35 70 Inglis, James, and Sons, Makaretu 95 6 1411 Fothergill, Thomas, SpringBank, Orniondville 198 181 Inglis, James, Tikokino 53° 376 Foulds, William, Rosedal Farm, Danevirke... 100 Ingram, Mrs. A. A., Tikokino 95 84 Fountaine, T. F., Otawhao, Kumeroa 2646 2645 Ingram, C. R., Whetukura 84 Nil France, G-. W., Maungarata, Matatnau 900 1100 Ireland, Benjamin, Blackburn ■5° 185 France, William, Matamau 250 400 Ireland, John, Forest Hill, Ashley-Clinton ... 243 272 Francis, G-eorge, Papatawa 272 282 Ireland, Joseph, Ashley-Clinton 15 Nil Franklin, Joseph, Waipukie, Woodville 270 98 Jackson Brothers, Kumeroa 700 Frederickson, C.F., Farnington, NorsewoodS. 335 300 Jackson Bros., Kumeroa 911 698 Freemantle, W. E., Makeretu 400 504 Jackson, Ebenezer, Glenathol, Whetukura ... 152 Friberg, Mrs. C, Makotuku . 253 200 James, John,Devon Farm, Woodville 500 40 Friie, C. A., Norsewood S. 242 122 Jensen Brothers, Danevirke 1402 Nil Gaisford, Henry, Oringi, Danevirke 16710 17268 Jensen, H. P., Whineberry, Makaretu 147 158 Galloway, James, Maharahara W. 837 855 Jensen, N. P , Sonnerville, Ashley-Clinton ... 243 252 Gilbert, Thomas, sen., Woodville 202 232 Jenson, E., Maharahara West 376 392 Glass, James, Blackburn 176 230 Jessop, Thomas, Hillside, Norsewood 8. 389 393 Glenny, T. 8., Waipawa Mate, Ongaonga ... 758 686 Johansen, Carl, Makaretu 353 393 Goddard, Mrs. L., G-lenbrook, Ormondville... 88 144 Johansen, J., Mountain Farm, Makaretu 400 394 Goldfinch, G. J., Maharahara W. 708 667 Johnston, G. N., Valley Field, Wallingford 409 Gollan, J. D., Te Whiti, Norsewood 2240 2282 Johnston, Sydney, Oruwharo, Takapau 29000 29191 Goodwin, James, Greenhill, Whetukura 343 Johnston, Sydney, Mokoia, Woodville 5600 5600 Gower, John, Stanley, Norsewood 376 KaraitianaWirihana, Kakahukura, Danevirke 5°S 607 Gradwell, Frederick, Makaretu 500 656 Kelly, Patrick, jun.,Kiltenen Farm, Danevirke 343 293 G-rainger, G. W., Maharahara East "6o Nil Kemp, Daniel, Fernside, Kumeroa 780 788 Grant, A. J., Ormondville •53 108 Kemp, Edward, Kumeroa 1016 1000 Grant, J. A. & D. J., Burnside, Takapau ... 14160 ■3 657 Kilford, W. T., Brooklands, Maharahara East 597 566 Grant, James, Masterton Road, Woodville ... 10 Knapp, J. E., Makakai, Tikokino 1113 1100 Gregory, Robert, Kumeroa 350 306 Knight Brothers, Tahoraiti, Danevirke 8097 7764 Haira te Manaho, Danevirke S6< Nil Knight, J., Kaikora N. 2300 2300 Haira Paora, Hautotara, Danevirke 458 Knight, W. J., and A., Waretoka, Tikokino 3000 3000 Haliburton, Borthwick, Matamau ... 373 383 Labitz, Heurich, Grreen Valley, Blackburn ... 85 97 Hambling, Charles, Oxford Road, Woodville 260 194 Lambert, James, Maharahara 374 35° Hanita Temaero, Takapau ... 477 629 Larsen, Albert, Makaretn 162 ■43 Hansen, Anton, Makaretu 197 261 Law, John,Danevirke 422 427 Hansen, C. C, Wendside, Norsewood 264 200 Leach, Arthur, Onetree Hill, Ongaonga 137 Nil Hansen, Ole, Primrose Farm, Blackburn 797 793 Leach, Charles, The Hill, Ormondville 294 c»9 Harding, J., Mount Vernon, Waipukurau ... 25280 24430 Leighton, J.P., Matamau ■ 222 264 Harding, Mrs. S., Manor, Woodville 399 ■506 Lines, G. W., Springhill, Maharahara 500 554 Hardy Brothers, Brooklands, Tikokino 96s 820 Little, J. G, Kumeroa 671 635 Hardy Brothers, Mount Sorrell, Blackburn '453 1425 Lloyd, John, Bryn Dale Farm, Woodville ... 161 Nil Harper, William, Tikokino 691 714 Logan, W. H. A., Berridale, Woodville 460 '5° Harris, Bros., Rotomaotu Lake, Woodville... 474 Nil Lowman, John, Woodville 1187 1088 Harris, John, Kimberly, Woodville 345 Loye, W. G., Mount Hope, Ashley-Clinton... | 230 203 Harris, J. H.,Rotomaotu Lake, Woodville ... 286 Lyall, James, Danevirke "45 94 Hartstone, W. P., Woodville 3i Lynch, P. H., Puketoatoa, Kumeroa 70 15 Hastie, W., Kaikora North ... j 215 400 Mackay, Robert, Takapau 575 Nil Hawke's Bay Timber Co.,Tamaki, Danevirke 45'6 ci76 Mackie, J.I. N., Campfleld, Kumeroa 1397 1212 Hayes, Jeremiah, Pine Grove, Danevirke 500 "498 Magnussen, Per, Norsewood 48 6.5 Healey, Maurice, Woodville 75° 800 Manisty, Robert, Woodville 5 2 7' Heminingsen, Hans, Valbo, Makaretu 15 2 5 Martin, F., Willow Bank, Ashley-Clinton ... 5° Nil Hemmingsen, L. P., Rosendahl, Makaretu ... 32 33 Martin, W. C, Kumeroa 2600 2720 Henly, Stephen, Umataroa, Danevirke 63 Nil Matheson, Josepn, ijxLAcm Valley, Tikokino 970 982 Hensen, G., Ormondville 162 171 Mathews, James, Te Ohu, Norsewood South 900 2500 Herlihy, John, Woodville 334 '4 Mathews, James, Wakarara, Tikokino 3935 4484 Herrick, Mrs. J. L., Forest Gate, Ongaonga 11129 "535 Mathieson, L. A., Maharahara W. 76 6 Heslop, Mrs. J. F., Woodville 3077 2932 Mathews, James, Tikokino i960 '595 Hewitt, J. A., Kumeroa ... [ '45° 1493 Mattrwig, Julius, jun., Makaretu 6 Hewitt, T. P., Kumeroa 573 414 Maycock, John, Ormondville 90 111 Hickey, P. H.,Milbourne Valley, Kaikora N. 152 508 MeCormick, Archibald, Fernflat, Woodville 96 80 Hirst, W. W., Wakarara 97 182 McCormick, Patrick, Danevirke 2 5 Nil Hobin, John, Waipawa Mate, Ongaonga '93 235 MeCormick, W. C, Woodville 488 384 Hobson, Mrs. T., Takapau ,.. 3726 37/2 McDermott, T., Umatoroa Farm, Danevirke i 485 656 H.—23. 38

NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. NAPIER DISTRICT— continued. No. of SSheep on I No..of Sheep on . April 3D, April30, April 30,! April 30, ' 1897. 1898. 18U7. J 808. McDonald, Alex., Kumeroa 199 Preecott, G-. and T., Kopua, Takapau ii!4 1090 McDonald, Charles, Woodville 327 Prescott, G-. and T., Rakautatahi, Takapau ... 28oo 1150 McDonald, Donald, Woodville 3OO 670 Prescott, G-. and T., Otawhao 1012 2400 McDonald, James, Grasmere, Woodville 36S Price, A. H. and R., Tangarewa, Takapau 7954 75O3 McDonald, John, Masterton Road, Woodville 260 Nil Puhi Mahia, Whangai, Waipawa 802 Nil McGreevy, Stephen, Waipawa 779 768 Purves, W. and Gγ., Ngaetu, Takapau 738- Nil MeGreevy, Stephen, Mangatarata, Waipawa 320 5°9 Rasmussen, Peter, DaleFarm, Ashley-Clinton 4i 3° McGreevy, Stephen, Ormondville 1006 810 Rathbone, W., Abbotsford, Waipawa 8970 1010; McKay, Charles, Kumeroa 54 Reade, John, Maharahara 217 293 McKay,Lachlin, Ongaonga 773 676 Redpath, J. T., Woodville '5° 100 McKay, Malcolm, Ashley-Clinton 1206 886 Reeves, Joseph, Otaraia Farm, Blackburn .. 272 35S McKenzie, John, Tikokino 400 400 Reid, John, Blackburn 2 75 296 McKinnon, A., Craig-y-Nos, Ashley-Clinton 800 Nil Retitia Maremare, Rakautatahi, Takapau ... 100 McLennan, Mrs. Mary, Greenhill, Ongaonga 293 Nil Reupena Eruete, Ratautatahi, Takapau 39° 57° McLeod,David, andSons, Woodside, Ongaonga 3400 3000 Rhodes, J. B., Springhill, Ongaonga 7600 7725 McLeod, a. E., Whetukura 260 45° Richards, John, Providence,-Woodville 288 241 McLeod, Mrs. E., Glen Erie, Tikokino 91 109 Ronberg, P. C. E. K., Maharahara 5' McLeod, R., Maple Grove, Woodville 190 Nil Roberts, R. T., Avon Farm, Woodville 102 100 McMillan, Archibald, Delmore, Kumeroa .. 5°° 597 Robison, William, The Grange, Woodville... 394 394 McPeak, John, Angle Farm, Maharahara ... '83 ■73 Rood, Albert, Roslyn Farm, Tikokino 293 300 Melrose, John, HuntlyFarm, Ormondville ... 72 49 Rosenback, Baye, Takipo, Makaretu 37<> 380 Meredith, William, BrookFarm, Woodville Nil Ross, A. H., jun., Kbyber Pass, Makaretu ... 4650 4792 Mexted, Jessey, Highfield, Danevirke 5'54 Ross Brothers, Woodville 72 94 Miles, Charles, Ashley-Clinton 200 273 Rosvall, August, Highhill, Makaretu Miller, Thomas, Danevirke 52 58 Rosvall, N. P., Fernhill, Makaretu 1300 NU* Millett, Henry, Mangatoro Valley, Danevirke 230 Rosvall, N. P., Arandale, Makaretu 1270 Mills, Elijah, Woodville ■95 Nil Russell, H. H., Brookwood, Takapau 3281 Nil Mist, Tince, Maharahara ... 49 Nil Russell, Hon. H. R. (Estate of), Waipukurau 28773 27087 Monckton Bros., Broomfield, Woodville 1815 3087 Russell, T. P., Hatuma, Waipukurau 39573 39491 Monihana te Wbaingai, Waipawa 160 310 Sanders, H. M., Kopua, Otawhao 2777 3'24 Monrad, D. and O., Tepapakuku, Longburn 2800 2130 Sanders, James, Viveham-Maharahara 24 32 Monteith, J. H., Mangatainoko 1034 567 Sattrap, Mads, Makaretu 457 498 Morgan, J. H ,Fernglen, Woodville 384 425 Scally, Patrick, Matawehi, Woodville 250 Nil Morgan, W. L., Woodville 240 250 Schaare, William, Makotuku 92 Morrison, Finlay, Logan Braes, Makaretu ... 2442 2998 Schmidt, W., Danevirke 132 Mortensen, H. P., Norsewood S. 697 850 Scott and Witherow, Keretaki, Danevirke ... 96 Nil ' Morton, Charles, Ashley-Clinton 349 397 Scott, Jolin, Parkhill, Takapau 425 453 Morton, W. G., The Trig, Ashley-Clinton ... 293 246 Sebley, M. H., Willow Farm, Waipawa 118 10 Murphy, J. J , Woodville 111 136 Severinsen, Martin, Makaretu 575 686 Murphy, Mrs. S. A., Rosevale, Woodville ... 286 300 Shand, A. W., Sillar Riggs, Whetukura ... 13 Murray, John, jun., Shamrock, Woodyille ... 583 298 Shaw, Francis, Nikau, Woodville 1120 Neal Brothers, Makotuku 696 698 Skjottrup, P. P., Ashley-Clinton 89 128 Neilsen, Meikael, Fair View, Ashley-Clinton 860 Smart and Blake, High ViewFarm, Papatawa 222 191 Nelsen, Sven, Ashley-Clinton 596 697 Smith, Alex., Oringi, Danevirke 254 '94 Nelson, W. H., Kakoa, Woodville 3859 3866 Smith, A. M., Te Roto, Poukawa 2538 2664 Nelson, W., Whenuahou, Takapau 3762 39°7 Smith Brothers, Mangatoro Valley, Danevirke 35° 93 Nepe te Apatu and Hori Tawhai, Rakau- 1700 2073 Smith, Charles, Maharahara East 200 '53 tatahi, Waipawa Smith, Henry, Ormondville 100 '55 Newling, J.,Blue-gum Mount, Makotuku ... 9' "5 Smith, Hon.W. C, M.L.C., Waipukurau ... 2162 2049 Nicholson, John, The Laurels, Woodville ... 98 125 Smith, J. M., Three Springs, Whetukura ... 90 ■38 Nielsen, Chresten, Murphy's Road, Woodville 6 61 Smith Thomas, Mangatoro Valley, Danevirke 498 '8s Norman, Peter, Kumeroa 2 297 Smith, W. W., Kuineroa 38 35 O'Connor, John, Tamaki Stream,Danevirke 350 394 Smyth, Harry, Drumaroad, Kumeroa 397 400 O'Hagan, John, Riverdale, Kumeroa 393 389 Smyth, John,Kumeroa 3472 2834 Olsen, Albert, Albert Villa, Ormondville ... 144 Snee, L. L., Clive 122 .76 Olsen, Andreas, Willow Park, Norsewood ... 213 201 Speedy, H. A., The Tunawa, Takapau 2011 241 1 Olsen, -Johannes, Ashley-Clinton 99 128 Speedy, W. (Estate of), Alexandra Farm, 1498 1682 Omundsen, E. T., Maharahara 21 Nil Woodville Ormond, Hon. J. D., Woodville, Napier 7450 7"95 Steed, J. W., jun., Ever-Green, Ongaonga ... 1612 1560 Packer, Job, Papatu, Ormondville 196 - '43 Stenberg, Alexander, Highgrove, Makaretu 33+ 454 Paget, Thomas, Ferndale, Takapau 782 1000 Stirling, M., Whetukura 40 56 Pahemata Pikihuia, Waipawa 45 6 Stokes Bros. (Trust.), Milbourne, Kaikora N. 42000 42295 Pana, Joseph, Ashley -Clinton 375 373 Stokes, William, Winterdine, Blackburn ... 94 122 Parker, John, Danevirke soo Nil Sullivan, J. O., Glenview, Blackburn 365 467 Pattison, Robert, Otawa, Kumeroa 1027 1009 Symone, A. M., Forest Home, Wakarara 3°4 362 Paulsen, Matthias, Broowood, Takapau 3864 Tanner, Thomas, Matamau, Havelock N. 1620 "45° Paulsen, Matthias, Waitangi, Takapau 1893 2113 Tattershall, D. B., Kumeroa 35 33 Peart, William, Riverbend Farm, Kumeroa... 192 '35 Taylor, Mrs. M. J., Wakarara '95 282 Pedersen, Carl, Forest Hill, Makaretu 264 295 Thomas, Mrs. Henry, Woodville 315 3°3 Pedersen, Jens, Woodville 497 500 Thompson, J., Ormondville Farm, Clive W.... 257 400 Pedereen J. L., Blackburn 100 '52 Thompson, 8. E., Hillend, Wakarara 132 296 Pedersen, Peder, Wagga Wagga, Danevirke 120 Nil Thomsen, Johannes, Silver Creek, Makaretu 378 398 Peebles, Alexander, Nikau. Woodville 10C3 Nil Thomson Bros., Takapau 608 8?o Persen, August, Ashley-Clinton ■53 97 Thomson, W. J., Takapau 297 386 l*ersen, Carl, Rimu Flat, Ashley-Clinton ... 54 56 Thomson, William, Takapau 484 486 Petersen, H. P., Ongaonga 629 588 Timmins, Thomas,Fernleigh, Wakarara 10 Nil Petrowski, G. A., Ongaonga 6 Todd, Robert, Whetukura 203 280 Pettersen, Johan, Norsewood S. 200 280 Troup, James, Woodville 5° Pettit, John, Merryvale, Ongaonga '592 •556 Tuely, 0., Old Ford Farm, Woodville 190 148 Pharazyn, G. N. and H. H., Danevirke 6192 6460 Tufveeen, John, Sunnyside, Ashley-Clinton... 480 600 Plank, Mrs. A., Broom Hill, Makotuku '3° 98 Tuoliy, Thomas, Whetukura 35° Porter, Mrs. H , Hill Farm, Ashley-Clinton 5'8 698 Turfrey, Edwin, Wakarara 164 243 Potter, Charles, Kumeroa 130 i3« Turfrey, William, Hillside, Blackburn 606 800 Pram, C. E., Woodbine Cottage, Blackburn 102 160 Tyler, William, Ashley-Clinton 230 399 39 H.—23.

NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. NAPIER DISTRICT—continued.

No. of Sheep on A 0. of Sheep ou April 30, April 30, April 30,1 April 30, 1897. J898. 1897. I 1898.

Vesty, Matthew, Little Bush, Tikokino 202 300 Fleming and McKenzie, Tamumu 1496 1487 Waldrom, Benjamin, Rockhill, Waipawa ... 946 1250 Ford, John,Woodside, Waipawa ... 20 > 25 Walker, Charles, Craigie Farm, Danevirke ... 25 21 Fougere, G. W., Kaikora N. i6oo 1648 VValker, George, Scotston, Ongaonga 1097 IO86 Francis, William, Westcoombe, Weber '95 300 Wall, James, Heretaunga, Maliarahara 16 Nil Franklin, Ford, Ti-tree Point ... 2375 25.11 Wallace, J. II., Mangatewai, Takapau 5° 458 Franklin, Geo., Crispens Grove, Herbertville 7 10 Nil Watkins, Charles, Ashley-Clinton 295 262 Franklin, George, Manganoney, Herbertville 600 Nil Watson, George, The Pines, Norsewood S. ... 271 279 Franklin, Mark, Wimbledon 2000 2000 Watson, Robert, Danevirke 3'Z 202 Franklin, R. (Est. of),Bloomfield, Titree Point 4634 4821 Webster, J.K., Whetukura S3 Franklin, Stephen, Pine Grove, Titree Point 3185 i 3481 Welch, Stephen, Maharahara 20 Nil Fyfe, Andrew, Manuka Wara, Waipatiki ... 254 1. 26? West, Charles, Ormondville 98 ■3° Giblin, Alfred, Oporae, Waipatiki 8200 8037 West, W., New Forest, Ormondville 423 384 Gollan, D. M., Tamumu 3435 35°° Whibley, J. P., Woodville 148 Gollan, S. H., Mangatarata, Waipukurau ... 44192 44500 White, F. and E. R., Sherwood, Ashley 286r 2889 Gollan, T. (Estate of), Culloden, Tamumu ... 1283 '397 Clinton Gray, Mrs. Mary, Willow Farm, Kaikora N. 82 87 Whitehead, Mark, Kumeroa >53 6 1398 Gregorie, F. M., Oporae, Waipatiki '43° 1870 Wigan & McDonald, Willow Bk., Waipawa 2623 2400 Guerin, Michael, Waimata, Herbertville "56 1401 Wilkes, James, Halfmoon, Waipawa 181 ,96 Hales, T. C, Wimbledon 434° 4400 Willan, R. J., Mangatera, Danevirke 200 Hales, William, Herbertville 600 1006 W ille, Kristian, Tamaki Yiew, Danevirke .. 235 Nil Hall, Robert, Porangahau 107 202 Williams, Ven. Arch. S., Te Aute Run, Napier 29206 29501 Hart, Robert, Waipatiki 238 35° Williamson and Co., Mangatera, Danevirke.. 2118 Nil Hartree, Henry, The Gums, Patangata 1789 1541 Williamson, J. J.,& S., Mangatera, Danevirke 2120 Harvey, W. S., Milness, Weber 262 Nil Wills, James, Coldstream, Ormondville 129 173 Healy, John, Porangahau 1488 '33' Wilson, Ernest, Belle View, Ongaonga 62 62 Herbert, Alfred, Forest Hill, Weber 3°'5 3025 Wilson, Robert, Kenly Green, Ashley-Clinton 855 850 Herbert, Frank, Titree Point 57 Wilson, Robert, Umataroa, Danevirke 3° Herbert, J. and C, Farnham, Herbertville ... 6235 6200 Wiremu Takana and Co., Danevirke *?; 617 Herbert, T. W., Herbertville 500 556 Woodburn, Matthew, Otawhao 298 242 Herbert, W. J., Herberts Mount,Wimbledon 1812 2114 Worsnop, Edward, Osborne Farm, Wakarara 300 288 Hertzel, C.A. & F. W., Little Niagara-Weber 208 360 Wright, George, Danevirke 92 3' Heta Matua and Henare Teatua, Kowhai, 1636 1566 Wright, H. T., Rangitoto, Whetukura us 180 Porangahau Wright, John, Bolingbooke, Kumeroa U48 828 Hoani te Kuru, Ito Urunga, Porangahau ... 2120 2580 Holden Brothers, Mangareiu, Tikokino 2100 1980 7'3,871 714.693 Howard, Thos., Holly Combe, Kaikora N. ... 1100 '243 0 Hudson, J, A., Wallingford 1699 PATANGATA COUNTY Hunt, Edwin, Waipatiki 232 400 (In Napier Subdivision). Hunter, G. and P., Porangahau 48000 49000 A'Bear, T. N., View Farm, Waipatiki 493 S67 Jensen Brothers, Burnside, Weber 100 Nil Ahitaua Nopera, Eparaima, Wallingford 406 559 Johnson, Andrew, Wimbledon 600 6'5 Anstis, James, Elsthorpe k>93 700 Johnston, Walter, Tamumu 27979 28418 Anstis, W. C, Elsthorpe 800 Keita Ropiha, Porangahau 352 404 Armstrong, J. (Exors.), Glenora, Akiteo 2000 2000 Kerr, Thomas, Tahoukeretu, Weber 297 445 Arnaboldi, P. J., Harwood, Weber 228 372 Keys, James, Greenhill, Elsthorpe ... 1 708 1024 Barker, John, Mangamire, Porangahau 10050 10637 Kinnear, H. G. Balfour, Pukeroa, Kumeroa 2313 2998 l'eachen, Samuel, Elsthorpe 820 1000 Kuru Brothers, Wrimbledon ... 258° Beetham Brothers, Te Apiti, Kaikora N. 23249 25763 Lambert, Alfred, Porangahau ... 59° 53° Berntsen, N. J., Moen Farm, Waipatiki 694 598 Land and Loan Co., Viewfield, Waipukurau 1600 Bird, John,Woodlands Farm, Wallingford ... 1909 1814 Leyland, Philip, Valley Farm, Kaikora N. ... I 20 i 4' Bond, Job, Wimbledon 799 1000 Limpus, Charles, Patangata ... '765 '749 Bond, Richard, Spring Creek, Wimbledon ... 180 200 Livingstone, Mrs. C, Goldfield, Kaikora N. 142 Nil Brown, J. M., Titohi, Waipawa 4660 4182 Logan, Andrew, Burnbrae, Tamumu 3332 3261 Buchanan, J. S., Kaikora North 1496 '4'5 Lovejoy and Jensen, Burnside, Weber 272 Busby, William, Pourerere, Waipawa 40799 40662 Lunt, Mrs. Alma, Spray Hill Farm, Weber 302 362 Caley, W. H., Weber 81 129 Mabbett, John, Mill Stream, Weber "99 1196 Cameron, K. F., Strathallan, Weber 552 513 MacDonald, Donald, Herbertville 1290 Campbell, Angus, Greenhill, Kaikora N. 167 182 Mackenzie, Alexander, Weber 302 Cassidy, John, River Bend Farm, Weber ... 42 148 Mackersey Bros., The Lake, Wanstead 16342 17900 Charteris, George, Rhone Creek, Weber 378 275 Mackersey Brothers, Pukikora, Wanstead ... 900 700 Cheer, w illiam, Kohatewai, Elsthorpe 1000 993 Macpherson, C. S., Willow Park, Kaikora N. 27 Nil Chote, Harry, Belmont, Weber 83 92 Maloney, Michael, Wanstead 20 Nil Clark, Charles, Kaikora N. 1206 1156 McAuley, R. S., Elsthorpe 914 '5'4 Clark, Edward, Tamumu 373 453 McGaffm, Andrew, Elsthorpe 5'° 1000 Cogswell, Mrs. L. J.,Homestall, Weber 180 222 McHardy, Alex., Blackhead, Waipawa 31307 32870 Collier, W. F., The Waterfall, Weber 148 170 McKain, W. A., Birch Farm, Herbertville ... 400 446 Collins, James, Homewood, Kaikora N. 6000 6000 McKenzie, Donald, Strath-na-Sealg, Weber... 43°° 5000 Cripps, Isaac, Forest Hill, Wimbledon 7°7 900 McLean, Alex,Braeside, Titree Point 1490 '59° Cripps, Mrs. Leah, Mt. William, Wimbledon 1608 Nil McLean, Alexander, Leckmelm, Weber 172 260 Crosse Bros., Mount William, Titree Point 1500 McLean; Donald, Waipatiki 600 588 Crosse, L. G., Kelvin Grove, Weber 4000 455° McLean, Mrs. E., GoodwinFarm, Waipukurau "99 1248 Curling, R. S., St. Lawrence, Patangata 29527 } 27888 McLean, John, Arataura, Herbertville 2112 2400 Davis, D. E., Innismore, Waipukurau 4645 4703 McLean, Kenneth, Weber 5'3 780 Davis, John, Weber 40 Nil McLean, Peter, Viewfield, Waipukurau '999 Nil Dillon, Alfred, Willow Bank, Patangata 3395 33 "6 McLeod, D. R., Ausdale, Waipawa 200 200 Dillon, A. H., Elsthorpe ... 1300 115° McLeod, Roderick, Hartfield, Ti Tree Point... 1264 '457 Doria, Birley D., Porangahau 75 McMullien, Henry, Happy Valley, Weber ... 302 500 Doria, Victor, Porangahau 42 302 McNaughton, Allan, Kaikora North IC3 300 Douglas, Francis, Elsthorpe ' McNeil,.Thomas, Hopefield, Waipatiki 294 835 1300 353 Drower, Mrs. F. H., Eparamia, Wallingford 1695 1684 McNutt, Samuel, Wanstead 2870 2700 Duncan, Misses M. aud B., Eisthorpe 983 1411 Menefy, A. O., Mount Wolff Weber ... 55 Easterbrook, Geo., Titree Point 772 97' Missen, J. H., Riverside, Waipatiki 252 292 Kvaiis, Robert, Homewood, Kaikova N. 1840 1708 Missen, W. J., Waipatiki 203 270 Fleming, D. S., Flemington, Wanstead 9234! 9168 Morgans, Evan, Mary's Vale, Wimbledon ... | 2166 2397 7—H, 23. H.—23. 40

NAPIER DISTRICT—continued. NAPIER DISTRICT— continued.

Mo. of Sheep on .No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30,3 1897. 1898. J18i<7. 1898. 89?. !_ Mullins, James, Elsthorpe 400 Wedd, Charles, Rangatira Mata/Elsthorpe... 396 376371 Munro, Donald, Braemore, Weber IOO Wells, Alfred, Titree Point ... I1100IOO 13711370 Munro, Donald, Stratlimore, Weber 408 400 Wheeler, Frederick, Waipawa ... — 44' Munro, Donald, Linside, Weber 45° 900 White, G-. H., Pakowhai, Porangahau ... 68068O 67:672 Munro, D., Waimata Stock Reserve, Weber 7°5 800 White, G-.H., Milborne, Porangaliau ... 537 506501 Munro, Donald, Aehmore, Weber 1300 1400 White, John (Estate of), Wallingford ... 29369 3109.S3109, Musson, George, EIsthorpe, Hastings 6[o Nil White, Tajlor, Angora Valley, Wimbledon... 556 73735 N.Z.L. and M.A. Company, Glentui, Napier 3089 3121 White, Wm., Part Homewood,Kaikora N. ... 803 75375, Ormond, Hon. J. D., Wallingford, Napier ... 39700 395°° Whitehead Brothers and Pyke, Titree Point 334 501500 Palmer, William, Weber 533 676 Wiffin, Henry, Woodlands, Wimbledon ... 986986 99995 Parsons, J. and C, EIsthorpe 1402 1520 Wiley, W. M., Waipatiki ...... 442 5454' Patterson, J. J.,Tautatie Block, Waipatiti... '1209 1409 Williams, J. N., Edenhara, Kaikora N. ... 26951 269126917 Peck, Daniel, Pukehoi, Weber 404 500 Williams, Ten. Archdn., Mangakuri, Napier 33O5233652 3400134000 Pedersen, R., Breakwater Farm, Waipawa ... Nil ,76 Wi Matxia, Porangahau ... 518 " Nil Pepper, Thos., Lonehand Farm, Elsthorpe ... 1178 Witherow, J"., Elsworth, Patangata ... 3500 345'345° Perry, Charles, Summer Hill, Wimbledon ... 172 384 Wlight Thomas, Quarry Farm, Weber ... — 414 Poole, Thomas, Rockhill, Weber 484 597 Wylie, William, Weber ... 141 13131 Pope, Mrs. J., Motuotaria, Wanstead 598 628 Ramsden, J. D., Onepoto, Waipawa 2078 2489 726,281 756,6c75 6 6 54 Rathbone Brothers, Homewood, Waipawa ... 1976 2200 WANGANUI COUNTY . Rathbone Brothers, Kiversdale, Waipawa ... 800 800 (In Napier Subdivision). Rathbone, William, Tourere, Waipawa 7000 8500 Aporo, Karioi ... 101 88S Renata Pohai, Estate of, Herbertville 35° Nil Craig, William, Tuhirangi, Wanganui ... 3800 40614060 Retter, J. C, Elsthorpe 500 Nil Hirata Kumeroa, Tokaanu ... 1247 I2I121 S Rice, John,Roundhill, Weber 160 235 Hohepa Paraone, Ruanui .., 233 301300 Riddell, J.E. and J. A., G-urteen, Herbertville 3170 3 >4° Hori Weeti, Karioi ... 98 14,143 Roberts and Co., Tautane, Herbertville 13936 14665 Huirua Rangitauira, Tapaewai, Ruanui ... 176 24242 Rupuha, Te Hianga, Porangahau 649 7°5 Kerei te Hokawhitu, Rangiwaea, Moawhango 200 19192 Ryan, Denis, Table Hill, Porangahau 1390 1490 Laurenson, Thomas, Moawhango ... 120 Nil Ryan, D. P., Peninsula, Weber 800 797 Matine, Teraiki, Karioi ... 70 Nil Ryan, Michael, Elsthorpe 894 McDonnell, Edward, Makotuliu, Karioi ... 12721272 •398139! Sanders, W., Motuotaria, Wanstead 26953 27000 Melnnernay, Michael, Aratataramoa, Euanui 95095° 20112010 Sargent, John, Lake Farm, Wimbledon 995 '459 Menhira Tekooro, Karioi ... 167 9199 Sarnighausen, E., Mount Crosse, Weber 879 810 Meriana Bauangina, Karioi ... 473 401400 Sebley, J. K., Porangahau 102 120 Mitchell, Charles, Turangarere, Moawhango 2197 23612360 Senk, August, Weber 263 Nil Moniaku, Karioi ... 93 9!98 Simcox, Rev. F. E. I,, Porangahau 317 163 NgaruroroPohe , Turangarere,Moawhango... 1407 ■ 1687168; Sims, David, Wallingford 1 114 Nika Waiata, Ngaurukehu and Whakatara 1410 164'1640 Sims and Hudson, Eparaima, Wallingford ... 2674 Nil Euanui Sinclair, Anthony, Patangata 213 214 Pare Matau, Karioi ... 140 251250 Siteman, William, Spring Vale, Wimbledon 800 1400 Peeti, Karioi ... 91 37.373 Siteman, William, Spring Hill, Wimbledon... 1595 1385 Pikimairawea Kereti, Karioi ... 96 2K216 Small, W. H., Fernside, Kaikora N. 291 1 2642 Raniera Piako, Otutorohinga, Tokaanu ... — ago251 Smith, F. W., Manukahau, Waipatiki 467 296 Eapera Waiata, Ngaurukehu, Moawbango ... 15001500 1461462 Speedy, Graham, The Peak, Herbertville 33°o 3083 Eaukawa, Moawhango ... 418 45:4S2 Speedy, Graham, Wood bank, Herbertville ... 3400 35'7 Raureti te Kooro, Rakatapuama, Ruanui, i 244 48.484 Speedy, John, Burnview, Herbertville 7860 8570 BawiniateWanikau, Ngaurukehu, Moawhango 14.1 14251421 Speedy, G. and W., Pipi Bank, Herbertville ... 5449 5072 Rira Peti, Karioi ... 77 Nil Speedy, J. G., Waierua, Wimbledon '475 143° Ropoama Pohi, Turangarere, Moawhango ... 1289 1508150} Stewart, Thomas, Esdale, Titree Point 2850 2980 Bora Porokoru Murimotu, Karioi ... 92 9:92 St. Hill Bros., Wangaehu, Porangahau 24345 26000 Rotohiko Notemane, Karioi ... ico Nil Sutherland, Donald, Dunbeath, Elsthorpe ... 407 630 Ruhia Wiringo, Murimotu, Karioi ... 200 19^194 Tetzlaff, Albert, Weber 498 490 Ruka Puhaki, Tapaewai, Euanui ... 1246 ■3591351 Thompson, James, Oero, West Clive 900 75° Stubbing, Frank, Karioi ... 3023°2 26226; Tiffen, F. J., Elms Hill, Napier 12705 13630 Studholme, J. F., Ruanui, Napier ... 16254 2060c20600 Tipene Matua, Makarmu, Porangahau 4235 5040 Studholme, John, Murimotu, Karioi ... 46520 5240^52404 Tod, James, The Park, Kaikora N. 2898 2961 Taimona, Karioi ... 3033°S 33^337 Tod, Robert, Braehead, Kaikora N. 2210 1816 Terei Rewi, Karioi ... 100 '9319,: Tucker, Frederick, The Retreat, Elsthorpe... 93' 1198 Tihema Aropeta, Turanganui, Moawhango ... 1114 3°430/ Tungane Maihi and Puhi Maihi, Te Whangai, 912 809 Timi Houra Raketapauma, Moawhango ... 420 24324; Waipawa Tukino, Karioi ... 80 898c Ward, Alex., Woodcliff, Wimbledon 4H3 4643 Whango te Kooro, Pata Puta, Moawhango,.. 760 ioo<1000 Ward, Robert, Patangata 89 55 Winiata Toitupu, Karioi ... 59 717 1 Watson, Alexander, Mangateiki, Elsthorpe... 838 1200 Wiripo te Kooro, Patupatu, Ruanui, Napier 262 47c476 Watts, Edward, Early Mount, Kaikora N. ... 2283 2269 Weaviers, C. M., Weber 5' 5° 87,092 99.973

WELLINGTON-WEST COAST DISTRICT. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued.

No. of Sheep showing the Sheepowners and the Number on RETURNof Sheep and Lambs in each county on the April 30,1 April 30, 30th April, 1897, and 30th April, 1898. 1897. I 1898. No. of Sheep on Beaven, Harold, tlrenui 3«9 Bleakley, E. G., Urenui April 30, April 30, 164 97 1897. 1898. Cole, Harry, Tarata 62 Corcoran, Patrick, TTrenui 41 97 Court, P. W., Tarata CLIFTON COUNTY, 263 Cunningham, R. P., Tikorangi 112 .tkinson Brothers, Sentry Hill,NewPlymouth '5° 700 Darke, R. and P., IJreuui Harold, Pukearuhe 184 lagshaw, 182 316 JJowman, W,, Furangi Jo 73 laker and Lacey, Urenui I 460 Drummond, R., Tarata L 545 41 H.—23.

WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued.

2Jo. of Sheep on No. or" Sheep on April 30, April 30. April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 18118.

Early, E. J., Tarata 85 76 Chapman, A. F., Rahotu 16 '5 Eastwood, J. O., Tongaporutu 7° Ching, Richard, Opunake '°53 1698 Ellerm, William, Urenui 4°4 Christensen, Christen, Inglewood 9 9 Fearon, John, Tongaporutu I 122 Clemoe, Robert, New Plymouth 200 200 Meld, W. B. and Or. W. H., Urenui 426 45 S Clough, Henry, Inglewood 84 54 G-austed, Charles, Tarata 45 Coad, Alfred, Mangorei, New Plymouth 124 G-eorge, J. C, Uruti Road 712 I I ID Coad, W. H., Mangorei, New Plymouth 5 Nil Gibbons, E. H., Urenui 2OO 274 Collins, J. J. and C. B., New Plymouth 54 22 G-ilbert, J. J., Pukearuhe IO 8 Colson, Alexander, Bell Block 40 36 Glassford, J. Or., Urenui 499 693 Conolly, Frank,.Inglewood 116 Orlassford, W. G., Urenui 202 399 Corney, Joe, Inglewood 4° 25 Greenwood, F. C, Urenui 302 Cowley, Mrs., Tariki Road • 3 Greenwood, F. D., Urenui 1064 1171 Cox, S. T., Opunake 49 41 Grieve, J. W., Tarata 397 456 Crisp, Charles, Pungarehu 95 8 Halcombe, A. W. F., Urenui '95 123 Davidson, John, Tariki Road 39 Hart, VV. H., Puvangi 10 Davis, W., Inglewood 293 300 Hawortb, E. R. A., Inglewood '59 Nil Death, G. G., Tarata 700 300 Hicks, R. T., Tikorangi '3 59 Dobson, C. B. and R., Inglewood '54 234 Hintz, A. J., Urenui 288 Ellerm, E. J., Sentry Hill, New Plymouth... 62 76 Waitara Hintz Brothers, Urenui 112 ■58 Elliot and Bayly, 295 1 '7 Hogan, Wm., Urenui 367 294 Evans, Charles, Oinata 39 Nil Hogg, H. L., Matau 35 Fleming, James,Pungarehu 97 97 Jellyman Brothers, Inglewood 182 Franklyn, W. H., Inglewood 3« Jones, W. W., Mokau 402 297 Freeth, J. J., New Plymouth 160 Nil Joll, S., Waitara 130 42 Gamlin and Hook, Inglewood 27 93 Judge, A. E., Tikorangi 34' 243 George, Edwin, Omata 14 23 Jupp, G-. A., Uvuti Road 193 253 Gibson, John, New Plymouth 5' 19 Jupp, W. H., Tikorangi 100 300 Giddy, W., Huirangi 42 5° Kennington, S. J., Tarata 93 Glynes, John, New Plymouth 38 Nil King, Newton, Bell Block 758 [089 Goddard Brothers, Waitara 35 36 Knuckey, Samuel, Tikorangi 160 162 Gray, W. J., Okato 55 28 Kyngdon, G-. B., Urenui 28 28 Grieve, Robert E., Tarata, Inglewood 280 405 Lambert, Isaac, Tarata 25 40 Hall, George, Lepperfcon 7 86 Laurent, E. A., Tarata '74 Nil Hall, William, Lepperton 3,' 26 Laurent, L. F., Tarata 236 293 Harkneas, J. Or., Midhirst 59 67 Laurent, W. J., Tarata ?,?, Hempton, Thomas, Okato 5°5 618 Leech, A. B., Purangi 92 85 Henwood and Penuington, Inglewood '4 Nil Lovel, William, Tongaporutu 21 34 Hickey, J. M., Opunake 31 28 Esau, Waihi, Waitara 20 81 Hills, Jesse J., Stratford 300 45° Marsh, 66 McOutchan, W. A., Tongaporutu I S8 660 Hiroa and Co., Tarata Paton and Webb, Purangi 380 Nil Honeyfield Brothers, Oakura 493 Paton, W. J. B., Purangi 395 Honeyfield, H. J., Onairo, New Plymouth ... '93 Nil Pease, J. F., Tarata, Hawera 900 Honeyfield, J. C, Moturoa, New Plymouth 342 357 Prestney, Jno., Tarata 457 Honeyfield, W. J., New Plymouth 21 Nil Prosser, John, Tarata 270 '74 Honnor, William, New Plymouth 104 Nil Raby, C. E., Pukearuhi 234 Honnor,Wm, Carrington Rd., NewPlymouth 52 Nil Reeve, John, Egmont Village 136 Nil Horrocks, L., Brownlow, Inglewood 54 888 Riddcll, George, Waitara 3400 2390 Hoskin, A. J., Bell Block 500 489 Rogers, M. D., Urenui 230 Howell, William, Rahotu 61 Rowe, C. N., Urenui 617 9,6 Hughes, William, Oakura 48 Nil Sarten, James, Tikorangi 86 5° Hunter, Peter, Inglewood 46 46 Sarten, Levi, Waitara 9 7 Hutchenson, F. B., Tarata '3 Nil Sheppard, N., Inglewood 168 Irvine, Hugh, Waitara 400 Silk, H. N., Purangi, Inglewood 278 285 Jeffries, Charles, Rahotu 20 20 Syme, William, Waitara 24 42 Jennins, Edmund, Waitara 409 652 Telfar, A., sen., Urenui 6 61 Julian, Mrs. Elizabeth, Oakura 8 Nil Vaughan, H.E., Urenui J 86 Kelly, Thomas, Glenfern, New Plymouth ... 655 998 Vickery, Francis, Tikorangi 328 238 Kennedy, G. S-, Inglewood '83 190 Wade-Gery, T. H., Urenui 162! 365 Kenny, Robert, Inglewood 33° 180 Webb, F. J., Lepperton 256 328 King, H., New Plymouth ■65 196 Whitaker, F. A., Tarata ■45° 1500 Kingdon, E. B., Inglewood 500 607 Knyvett, J. G., New Plymouth * ... 48 60 15.433 22,537 Langley, Richard, Inglewood 75 72 Law, George, Durham Road, Inglewood 62 64 TARANAKICOUNTY. Leech, Charles, Inglewood 381 Alexander, L. W-., Okato 740 361 Lepper, C. M., Lepperton 39 Allen, T., New Plymouth 24 25 Lile, W..J., Inglewood 38 Alley, H. J., Huirangi 140 Nil Lindsay, Alexander, Inglewood 3' 35 George Lucas, Usher, Tarata 95 122 Allington, H Oaonui 18 Andrews, Chas., Okato 2C 38 Lusk, David, 14 Andrews, Fred., Huirangi 180 110 Mace, P. H., Oakura 200 300 Baker, Robert, Mangorei, New Plymoutli ... 127 Nil Marsh, F., Egmont Village , ... 3° 27 William, Waitara 2 33 Marsh, Mrs. J. F., Inglewood 18 Nil Baker, Inglewood Bayly, Albert, Omata 482 Nil Marshall Alfred, 204 243 Bayly, William, Warea, New Plymouth 275° 3066 Martin, George, Smart Road, New Plymouth 80 Allen, " 47 Martin, W. P., New Plymouth 92 Nil Bell, Okato J., Bell, P. T., Urenui 83 Nil Matthews, W. Inglewood 374 Bint, P. T., Inglewood 68 39 Maxwell, Ebenezer, Opunake 694 998 Blake, W., New Plymouth 82 46 McHardy, Charles, Opunake 2 5 Broughton, F., Inglewood 33 McMillan, Robert, Tariki Road 13 17 Brown, John, New Plymouth 240 270 Mills, H. P., Oakura 3'° '5° Brown, William, Lepperton 67 62 Monro, Alexander, New Plymouth 22 S 15 Buckthought, P. 0., Oakura 3° Morris, Frederick, Tapua, Oakura 99 36 Thomas, Rahotu Chamney and Swan, Motukawa Road, Tarata 198 200 Morrow, 7 H.-23. 42

WELLINGTON-WEST COAST— continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. No. of Sheep on i No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Kational Bank New Zealand, Oakura 45° Nil Godkin, James, Ngaire — 400 Neilson, Andrew, Inglewood 9H 686 Godsal, E. H., Otakeho I 720 1260 O'Connor, Timothy, Opunake 22 i 22 Gooding, Charles, Ngaire — 3° Okey, H., New Plymouth i7oo 1500 G-riffin, Cornelius, Toko 709 692 Paterson, N. L., Carolea, Inglewood 814 Guppy, Robert, Toko — "94 Paterson, Robert, Tarata 72 Nil Harmi H. W., Bird Eoad, Stratford ! '75:175 38i Paynter, William, New Plymouth 100 Nil Hill, J. C, Pohokura 35° 35° Pe'tch, Robert, Tarata 400 Hine, J. B., Toko — 95 Petersen, R., Stratford Soo Nil Hine, Thomas, Toko 1560 1693 Pettigrew, S., Pihama 21 Nil Hodgkinson, C, Toko 80 76 Pollock; A. R., Fitzroy 75 Howard, Robert, Ngaire 367 Nil Porter, Thomas, Toko 606 Nil •Jackson, G. and J., Manganui, Stratford ... 1400 968 Pott, George, Onaero, ITrenui 477 Nil Johnston and Reader, Toko — 5' Price, Richard, Egmont Village 8S 93 Jones and Tindall, Tariki Road — 800 Putt, Henry, Bell Block 66 9' Jones, C. A., Wnipukn — '45 Rapson, H., Tongaporutu 40 Nil Jones, G-. and W , Midhurst 302 ,500 Rogers, J. H., Urenui 193 Nil Jones, William, Tariki Road '5 Rossiter, Mrs. 8., New Plymouth 92 92 Kerrisk, Michael, Huiroa 231— Nil Rutherford and Son, Rahotu, Pungarehu ... 240 51 King, S. W., Eltham 358 Nil Salway, Frank, Bell Block 30 190 Lyford, Thomas, Stratford ■313 '7 Sampson, F. H., Lepperton 98 108 Lysaght and Son, Toko, Hawsra 3435343S 4595 Sargeant and Standish, Inglewood 585 705 Maekay, Alexander, Stratford 575722 440 Saxton, H. W.., New Plymouth 296 323 Maekay, Joseph, Midhirst 2070 2572 Sheridan, William, Inglewood 174 Macmillan, James, Toko 295 289 Sehriber, August, Inglewood 92 Nil Maroney, Michael, Strathmore 85 '0 Schroeder, August, Inglewood 14a McAloon, Owen, Strathmore 25 Simpson and Linn, Toka, Eltham 360 Nil Meyenberg, C. H., Stratford —19 92 Skelton, H. O., Fitzroy 76 20 Milne, Henry, Toko 220 300 Sole Brothers, New Plymouth 242 69 Mottram, J. G., Toko — 406 Sole, Gustavus, Bell Block 40 Muir, J., Wangamomona — 149 Stanley, W., Bgmont Road, New Plymouth... 41 79 Murdock Brothers, Toko 530 525 Street, Romulus, Bell Block 600 598 Myers, F. W., Strathmore — '9 Stronge, C. S., Oanoui 11 36 Nash, 0., Stratford 18 24 Sutherland, W. G., Waiongona 97 97 Newish, Robert, Midhirst 356 Nil Tate, G. V., Waitara 5 1 83 Phennegar, John. Toko — 20 Thomson, W. D., Awakino 874 1126 Ralfe, P. P., Cardiff I0i°5S. 96 Turner, George, Inglewood 25 27 Reid, A. W., Stratford — 254 Wade, A. G., Pungarehu '3 16 Richardson, Joseph, Stratford '313 20 Waite, Henry, Bell Block 41 Nil Richards, S. K., Toko — 2964 Wallath, Herman, New Plymouth 72 36 Robert, Ernest, Strathmore — 32 Wareham, G. W., Oakura SO Scholes, A., Toko 200 180 Watson, Fred., New Plymouth 45 >4 Speck, A B., and C. H., Toko 160 Wells, Philip, New Plymouth 82 Stead, C. V., Midhirst 295— 172 Wells, Robert, Huirangi, New Plymouth .... 23 11 Stewart, P. J., Stratford 331133'i 4182 Western, Thomas, Bell Block 656 650 Symes, W. and A., Toko 2400 2600 Wilkie, David, Waitara 380 Taylor, William, Ngaire — H Wilson, J. S., Tarata 250 Tipler Brothers, Tariki Road 89 66 Wills, A. T., Rahotu 59 1 398 Tylee, G. R., Midhirst 225 100 Wood, Mrs. M., Oakura Q 12 Walter, Edward, Toko 270 Woodger and Cole, Tarata 46 Nil Waters, P. W., Cardiff —25 Nil Wright, W. R., Pungarehu 20 Nil Watkin, John, Cardiff 107 94 Zimmerman, Franz, Tariki Road 48 Nil Were, Jas., Stratford 16 150 West, C. H., Strathmore — 150 27,048 28,349 White, P. G., Wangamomona 21 Nil Wickhavn, P., Toko 344 7 66 STRATFORD COUNTY. Wicksteed, A. H., PuraDgi — 5 1 Aiken Brothers, Toko 1180 Nil Wickstead, A. S., Tariki Road 136 180 Aiken, Gus, Mangaehu, Toko ... . 1012 980 Wingrove, John, Toko 39' 396 Anderson, J. C, Stratford ... 746 580 Wood, A. W,, Ngaire — 18 Bain, G. C Toko 83 Young, W. H. H., Midhurst 1622 Bateson, Elias, Tarata 142 98 Baxter, Richard, Tarata 118 Nil 47,51147.5 62,047 Bayly, A. and C, Toko 9070 955° " Bayly, Frank, Toko 3024 HAWERA COUNTY Bayly, Fred., Toko 1950 1325 (InWanganui Subdivision). Bayly, G. T., Toko, Hawera 2100 Nil Adams, John, Meremere 36 56 Bayly, H., Toko 2134 299.S A'Court, William, Lake Road, Hawera 25 <° Belcher, James, Cardiff , ... 5° Alexander, A., Hirstla.nds, Normanby 2649 875 Bieraeki Brothers, Strathmore '73 Allan, Andrew, Pihama 393 i^3 Brewer and Krull (Pohokura), Waitotara ... 4801 5 O5° Allan, Thomas, Meremere I2125S 125 Brake, Jno., Stratford 25 16 Appleyard, W., Hawera — 5°3 Buckthought, W. H., Stratford 141 Bailpy, James, Okaiawa — 5° Budge and Good, Toko, Manaia 800 Baird, M. P., The Bryrcn, Hawera 130 600 Butler, John, Toko 123 107 Baker, J. H., Hawera 732 "55 Christoffel, John, Ngaire, Eltham 421 Baker, William, Hawera — 2800 Coleman, James, Pohokura 266 Baraclough, L. S., Hawera i°5 5° Davies, W. R., Pohokura 18 SO Barclay, William, Manaia 94 Nil Drake, R. and W., Mahoe 85 Barleyman, E. Gγ., Manaia — 19 Elliott, Chas., Toko 100 Eil Ba,rleyman, W. J., Hawera — 14 Fraser, John,Toko 233 Barrow, Jesse, Tβ Roti 75 3i Fraser, Harry, Toko 303 293 Bayly, G. T., Meremere, Hawera — 900 Freer, M. S., Toko i486 1398 Bayly, G. T., Mokoia, Hawera 6875 6242 Giesen, C. F., Toko 1196 Bayly, T., Hawera 840 Nil Gill-Carey, T. C, Hawera 660 '463 Beard and Son, Tutaeariari, Hawera 2280 2928 43 H.—23.

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Mo, of Sheep 011 No. of Sheep on

April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1S97. 1808.

Beavel, Frederick, Manutahi 100 2O0 Hayes, Thomas, Kaponga 25 Bennett, H. R., Eltbam 254 Nil Henson, Robert, Awatuna 23 Best, J. and H., Normanby 827 695 Heppell, W. H., Tβ Roti 22 12 Birnie, William, Springbank, Normanby 42 '5 Heslop, John, Hawera 33 60 Bischoff, Thomas, Hawera 1649 2856 Hicks, Robert, Tongahoe, Hawera 1480 2298 Blair, Walter, Otakeho HO Nil Hikaka, Hawera 600 954 Blennerhassett, John, Otakeho 15 16 Holroyd, Thomas, Manaia 499 600 Boddie, J., Eltham I5OO ■5>5 Hunter, Moore, (Est. of), Barnside, Hawera 2562 2700 Bogue, John, Normanby 196 Illston, A. T., Manutahi 400 699 Bremer, F. A., Okaiawa ■9°S 300 Inkster, Gideon, Normanby 500 900 Bridge, T. A., Brookland, Manaia '75 40 Iredale, Frederick, Hawera •5' Nil Brisco, James, Te Roti 25 Nil Jackson, Charlotte, Hawera 500 Brown, Q-. M., Ngaire 3° 26 Jenkins, T. H., Dove Dale, Eltham 962 95° Buchanan, Donald, Hawera 616 659 Jones and Tindall, Tariki Road 616 Nil Buchanan, J. W., Hawera '436 Jones, J. W. F., Pukatea, Hawera 800 906 Buckrell, George, Manutahi 355 398 Lambie, Robert, Oeo, Pihama 1944 1890 Burke, William, Mangatoki 32 20 Lander, G. and J., Manutahi 560 1125 Burr, Patrick, Te Miro, Normanby 786 844 Lareom, S. &., Hawera 335 500 Campbell, Colin, Manutahi 180 55 Lewis, J. W., Kaupokonui, Manaia 667 180 Campbell, J. J., Norwood, Manaia 254 ■37° Linn, Henry, Hawera 260 4 Campbell, J. J.,Kaupokonui, Hawera 2212 198 Linn, James, jun., Eltham 168 Nil Campbell, John, Manaia 400 200 Lindsay, J. T., Eltliam 596 Campbell, W. J., Eltham 39° Livingston, James, Waipapa, Hawera 3686 338o Carmichael, James, Meremere 182 Nil Loft, F. H., Hawera 500 250 Carroll, Thos., Okaiawa ..; 209 25 Loney, Richard, Eltham 20 Casserly, John, Hawera 708 Lovell, W. C, Spring Grove, Meremere 379 Nil Chapman, Victor, Hawera 385 39° Lysaght, B. C, Hawera '55 1570 Clark, Donald, Manaia 56 5° Lyeaght, F. V., Hawera 960 989 Clearer, W. A., Te Roti 35 35 Lysaght, H. T., Otaku.Normanby •545 972 Cooker, John, Hawera '93 12 Lysaght, J. R., Mokoia, Hawera 433° 4400 Coleman, William, Eltham 285 207 Macrae, E., Ngaire, Manutahi 2280 Nil Coplestone, Alfred, Eltham I2O Macrae, Ewen, Manutahi 1510 3100 Corrie, A. J., Hawera 1020 240 Marsh, E. H., Hawera 200 300 Corrie, A. J., Dunrod, Hawera 66 197 McDonell, A., Meremere 800 1500 Corrigan, J. R, Meremere, Hawera 493- 1062 MeGovern, Frank, Eltham 92 Corrigan, J.R., Taiparohenui, Hawera 485 MeGregor,Duncan, Hawera 37 Nil Corrigan, J. R., Tiritirimoana, Hawera 453 McGuire, Frank, Okaiawa 692 Nil Corrigan, S. S., Hawera 1701 Nil McKeown, Arthur, Pibama 270 Cowper, James, Hawera 95 '5 McLachlan, A., Pihama 821 897 Coxhead, G-. and J., Otakeho 865 1216 McLean, W. R., Hawera 1818 2333 Crowley, Jeremiah, Okaiawa 137 188 McRae, R. E., Manaia ... 3° Nil Curtis, H. B., Inglewood 1400 1612 Mellor, Henry, Hollywood, Auroa 896 396 Davidson, James, Hawera 1062 1062 Milham, William, Manutahi ' 29,6 200 Death, George Croftmoor, Hawera '783 1668 Miller, Henry, Makino Road, Hawera 500 800 Delamore Brothers, Normanby 286 Miller, John, Makino Road, Hawera 5 00 600 Dive, Bradshaw, Eltliam 881 ! 120 Milne, Alexander, Hawera 399 320 Dive, W. E., Hawera 112 130 Milne, A. C, Manaia 996 Douglas, William, Hawera 1400 13OO Moore, F. E., Hawera 175 '5° Downs, G-. W., Hawera 506 409 Morrison, Joseph, Hawera 953 773 Duris, William, Hawera "83 880 Mortimer, Arthur, Otakeho 96 Nil Edwards, Mrs. E., Manutahi 200 :JOO Mortleman, A., Awatuna 24 Egmont Racing-club, Hawera 36O Mudford, G. J., Kapuni '5 16 Exley, Robert, Manaia 3° Nil Muir, Quentin, Hawera 448 140 Exley, T. R., Kaponga 25 12 Murphy, James, Manaia 2478 Nil Fantham, A. A., Hawera 385 490 Murphy, Patrick, Meremere Nil 232 Field, W. F., Hawera 353 251 Nairn, L., Eltham 20 Fitness, E., Eltham 28 Newing, Ed., Manaia 400 456 Fleming, W. H., Otakeho 469 380 Nicholas, T. G-. L., Hawera 162 Nil 800 Forbes, John, Normanby 700 Ogles Brothers, Hawera i _ 18 Forbes, Magnus, Hawera 300 170 O'Shea, Edmund, Hawera J 1362 Foreman, R. W., Manaia 434 425 O,Sullivan, James, Normanby 5° 40 Forsyth, Simon, Pihama 788 691 Oughton, J. S., Okaiawa 4oo Nil Foy, T. H., Hawera 72 Owen, T. W., Otakeho 769 755 Fraser, Kenneth, Otakeho 272 288 Parker, J. C, Whareroa Road, Hawera 323 Frethey, J. H., Kaponga 40 10 Partridge, D. G-. and T., Eltham 32 G-all, Matthew, Manaia 90 6 Patterson, J. J., Manaia 400 Gamlin, J. N., Manaia 420 Pearce, J. S., Manaia 65 Gibson, E. A. P., Eltham 150 Nil Pearce, William, Manaia ■ 2300 1790 Glenn, G. (Trustees of), Manaia 2449 387 Pease, A. C, Mangatoki 16 198 Godkin, J. B., Ngaire 67 Perrott, E. G\, Awatuna 292 Godsal E. H., Otakeho 300 Perry, J. L., Manaia 1400 Good, A., and Co., Pihama 1710 4125 Peterson and Sons, Clent Hills, Meremere ... 838 1400 Gocd, Thomas, Oeo, Pihama 2925 2920 Pettigrew, S., Pihama 24 Good, Thomas, and Son, Te Reti, Pihama ... 810 Piper, G. E., Meremere '397 2853 Goodson, Charles, Box 40, Hawera 1224 Nil Powdrell, W. D., Beach Farm, Manaia 1772 1099 Goodson, M. J.,Waihi, Hawera 1491 63 Preece, George, Mangatoki 17 Nil Goodson, M. J., and others, Hawera 2790 3214 Pring, James, Manaia 576 Greaves, H. P., Hawera i860 2077 Quin Brothers, Eltham 925 Granville, John,Etham 20 Quin, J. T, Normanby 640 300 Hair, J. A., Eltham 70 800 Rainie, C. ¥., Manaia 40 24 Hair, William, Manaia 486 599 Reid, Matthew, Manaia 335 8 Hastie, Andrew, Manaia 75° 30 Riddiford, Fred., Hawera 2020 1300 Haetie, E. R , Manaia 700 Nil Riddiford, Mrs. Alice, Hawera 700 1435 Hawken, C. J., Opuhi, Otakeho 140a Riddle, J. V., Normanby 13 H.—23. 44

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No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Robertson, A. and A., Hawera 1127 1369 Bourke, Patriot, Patea 1071 I5t> Robertson, Dnncan, Otakeho 44 371 Bowcher, S. H., Momohaki, Waitotara 880 I 1OO Robertson, J. and W., Spring Bank, Hawera 1110 1062 Bradley, John, Derry Farm, Waverley 980 995 Robertson, J. and W., The Lakes, Hawera ... 3024 2890 Bradley, R. M , Momohaki 257 Nil Rogers, J. W., Piliama 1092 600 Braithwaite, Gr. F., Ngama'ta Pouri 250 287 Sanders, Job, Fihama 72 18 Bremer Brothers, Elmina, Patea 1410 1410 Schinkel Brothers, Pihama 755 220O Bremer Bros., Kohi, Waverley 899 600 fieott, J. W., Manutahi 720 473 Bremer, Gγ. F., Crescent Falls, Patea 909 998 Scott, Thomas, Inaha 200 Brewer, William, Waihou, Waitotara 7°5° 7060 (Sellers, J. H., Okaiawa 400 415 Bridge, Charles, Marks Hall, Waverley 575 603 Shearer, William, Okaiawa 213 I 256 Broughton, G-., and Co., Patea 741 998 Shove, Ernest, Otakeho M43 1027 Brown, B. S., Rukumoana, Eltham 487 980 Siggs, J. H., Manaia 600 32 Campbell, Peter, Manutahi 853 779 Smith, James, Hawera 687 708 Carman, Alfred, Patea 140 100 Sowerby, Thomas, Aorangi, Hawera J 467 Carman, George, Patea 150 Nil Sowerby, Thomas, Makino, Hawera — 1 1800 Cheyne, James, Aden, Waverley 294 Nil Sowerby, Thomas, Mason's, Hawera 2272 727 Chowen, John, Waverley 1092 868 Spratt, Henry, Hawera 162 164 Churchill, Richard, Opaku, Patea 284 296 Stade, F. A., Mangatoki '97 Clark, Edward, Sea View, Hurleyville 192 213 Stevenson, John, Pihama 27 Nil Clark, Thomas, Waitotara 120 Stone, Charles, Kapuni, Manaia 272 200 Coghill, David, Waverley 1783 1167 Stone, John, sen., Inaha, Manaia 600 600 Coxhead, Robert, Tamaha, Hurleyville 1250 Nil Stott, C. H., Manaia 460 Cox, W. H., Momohaki 90 Struthers, Thomas, Pihama 284 362 Crabb, J. S., Alva Park, Manutahi 546 796 Sutherland, Alexander, Manaia 1296 1704 Crawshaw, Charles, Okoutai, Waitotara S°5 697 Syme, G., jun., Hawera 230 J7S, Crawshaw, John, Okoutai, Waitotara 5°5 588 Tama ta Iki, Hawera 200 Nil Cullinane, D. P., Waitotara 75° 900 Taylor, Q-eorge, Kapuni 1o Curtice, W. F., Patea 776 764 Taylor, William, Ngaire 66 Nil Davidson, Alexander, Patea 1183 1361 Thomson, William, Hawera 3900 3800 Davis, W. R., Waverley 11 8 Tonks, A. S., Hawera 36 Dawson, E. F., Waverley 1300 Tosland, J. S., Pihama 75 38 Death, F. C. Whenuakura, Patea 1000 900 Turiakina, Hawera '55 Nil Death, G-., Waverley 1896 1851 Turner, Gγ. C , E'tham 1231 Death, Samuel, Eltham 1010 1600 Walker, John, Okaiawa 75 495 Death, Thomas, Patea 109 1 1067 Ward, W. H., Hawera 5 2 Nil Derrett, W. and E., Pine Kill, Patea 2826 2524 Wariner, Robinson, Mangatoki 10 Nil Deri-ett, W. and E., Kawhiti, Patea 1400 1500 "Washer, E. A., Langside, Hawera 2 5 80 Dickie, Alexander, Oteka, Momohaki 910 906 Webber, George, Hawera >4 Dickie, James, jun., Waverley 678 678 Wells, W. T., Manaia, 1200 939 Dickie, J. G., Huanui, Waverley •497 1392 White, Henry, Brookover, Kaponga 21 20 Dixon, A. E., Waverley ■77 Nil White, W. &., Hawera 35°° j Nil Drewery, Lot, Allon 296 233 Wilkie and Roberton, Opuhe, Otakeho 3096 < Nil Dudley, Jacob, Waverley 53 196 Williams, K. A., Hawera 40 Dunlop, James, Alton 7° Dyke, Henrv, Waverley 1600 1880 Williams, William, Sea View, Meremere ... 1 230 Williamson, A. H., Kakaramea 2230 1900 Edgecombe, Richard, Patea 366 Nil Wills, Edward, Otakeho 56 8 Elliott, J. D. W., Waitotara 7°3 Brookfleld, Kaponga 48 202 Elmslie, Peter, Fernydell, Waverley 893 963 Wilson, Gilbert, j T Wilson, Waiter, Mangatoki 29 Nil Experimental Station, W averley 753 Wilton, M. H., Meremere 3 J 58 Fall, T. A., Wensleydale, Manutalii ... 61 Nil Winks, John, Woodside, Normanby 610 ! 2111 Fergusson, D. B., Hurleyville • 140 180 Wiseman, A. D., Whareroa Road, Hawera... 2 57 I Nil Field, F. R., Waitotara S89 954 Wood, A. W., Ngaire 700 Nil Fisher, W. B., Waitotara 995 1100 Wood, W. R., Okaiawa 8 Nil Fleming, David, Waverley S°3 '5 Woods. C. 0., Koroinatuarua, Hawera 255 400 Foreman, Thomas, Alton 7° Wyborn, J. V., Inaha 29 497 Fowler, James, Hillside, Patea 161 '3 Yandle, Robert, Otakeho 20 Foy, T. H., Tuke Road, Hawera < : 95 1001 Young, N. C, Manaia 20 67 Fraeer, William, Box 2, Momohaki ■5° Young, W. S., Otakelio 1500 1190 Frere, Temple, Creek Run, Waverley ■7'3 1165 Gallagher, Ernest, Manulahi 25 3° '5°>>°3 151,682 Gibbs, James, Alton 187 199 Gadsby, William, Patea 48 495 PATEA COUNTY Gower, George, Matukuroa, Patea 2000 2200 (In Wanganui Subdivision). Grower, W. and S., Mount View, Palea 2319 1186 Aiken, Alexander, Gowanlee, Waverley '595 1789 Graham, John, Hurleyville 180 Nil Aiken, G. C, Netlierby, W averley 140 Nil Guthrie, Alexander, Manutahi 39° Nil Alexander, A., Opaku Run, Normanby "75 2200 Haddow, J. Gk, Kaimoku, Ngamata Pouri ... 138 '73 Alexander, T. and G., Waitotara 2690 Hamilton, R. B., Manawapou, Manutahi 3453 33°° Allen, Thomas, Alton 172 168 Hamlin, Mrs. H. A., Kakaramea 32 35 Allen, Thomas, Mill Farm, Alton 600 595 Hannay, W. M., Tβ Pare, Waverley 1498 151" Annabell, J. R., Ngamata Pouri 92 109 Harle, Mrs. Jane, Ngamatapouri 254 170 Asch, William van, Ngmnatapouri 2527 3620 Harper, Benjamin, Waverley Nil 100 Ball, James,Kaikura, Kakaramea i486 ; 1696 Harris, J. E. and H., Waverley 752 794 Balmforth, William, Manutahi 800 Ii 7°6 Hatrick, A. and J. A., Wanganui 1160 1738 Barry, Michael, Waitotara 690 1 690 Hawes, O., Waverley "493 1194 Bason, Isaac, Waitotara '5° I 233 Hawken, 0. J.,Patea 75°' Bason, Thomas, jun., Omahine, Wanganui... '3° j '5° Hawken, C. M., Patea '853 758 Bayly, Emanuel, Opaku, Patea 3° Nil Hawken, Joseph, Kakaramea 1844 1997 Bennett, R. E., Birkby, Waverley 55° Nil' Hawken, 0. J., Patea 2250 1000 Birch and Co., Omata Vale, Waitotara 1600 1712 Hayes, W. H.,Waverley 200 Birch, William, Brunswick 100 100 Hearn and Kennedy, Waverley 1760 2300 Blake, E. P., Patea 1614 1846 Hicks, Wilfred, Waitotara 79 170 Blake, Samuel, Mildred Hill, Kakaramea ... 2190 2780 Hines, R. M., Kaimanuka 243 Bourke, Edward, Waverley 170 Hirst, W. L., Palmereton North 5°99 5548 45 H.—23.

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No. of Sheep on No. of Siieep on

April 30, April Si,, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898. lodge, Henry, Hurleyville 22 22 Palmer, W., Mount Pleasant, Waverley i77o 1510 ETogan, Thomas, Patea 4° Nil Palmer and Devorill, Waverley 6o 25 Efokopaura, Patea 200 100 Parsons, John, Kakaramea 1244 "ii Blone, Thomas, Kohi, Waverley 849 785 Parsons, Wm, Waitotara 1777 ' 1765 Honeyfield, E. M., Park Farm,' Patea 3OI 5 2420 Paterson, Jolm, Kakaramea 25 Nil ffope-Johnstone, 0. H. E., Momahaki 1094 1092 Pearoe, G. V , Kakaramea 2370 2543 EFopkinson, J. R., Mount Pleasant, Waverley 691 690 Peavce, R. B., Kakaramea 888 910 Bowie Brothers, Woodlands, Waverley 1169 1468 Pearson, Robert, Daoar Ridge, Waitotara ... 500 792 Elowie, John,Lily Vale, Waverley 4'7 300 Peat, James, Belmorit, Waitotara 853 i 700 EFughes, James, Waverley 200 200 Peat, John, Maungapapa, Maxwelltown 4280 4291 ETughes, J. D., Waverley 810 778 Pepper, Henry, Waverley 64 60 Efughes, J. W., Okotuku, Waverley 467 894 Platt, George, Waverley 985 1925 ETunter, Alexander, Hawera 454 Powdrell, J. D. (Trustees of), Kakaramea ... 855 900 Eimter, John,Putahi, Waverley 77' 795 Pratt, A. F. H., Waitotara 3948 3939 Eluritau, Waitotara 50 Proude, J. B. D., Kaipara, Matapouri 500 1000 E£urley, Jeremiah,Patea 86 Proude, J. B. D., Mangapapa, Matapouri ... 75° 22 5 Efurley, John, Patea S8S 600 Arouse, Mrs. Richard, Patea 100 IOO Etuston, James, Kakaramea 478 481 Ramsay, W. R., The Kraal, Waitotara 354 Elutchison, Geo., Momohaki, Waverley 2131 ■398 Rankin, John, Hummacks, Waitotara 2 roo 2000 Elutchison, George, Otautau, Waverley 1910 1842 Rliatigan, Mrs. M. J., Patea 35° 200 [tines, Peter, Whenuakura 297 253 Richardson, G-eo., Waitotara 150 200 [on, John,Balgowrie, Waverley 2833 2740 Riddell, James, jun., Springwells, Waverley 7 l65 6840 [rvine, Lawrence, VVaverley 5 1 87 Saunders, G., Rata Park, Waverlev 580 596 faekson, Rayney, Waverley 3065 2662 Saunders, Thos., Waverley ■55 246 Fames, Charles, Matapouri 465 600 Scown, R. S., Alton 82 Fohnston, George, Waverley 300 100 Seaton, William, Down Land, Waitotara ... i°3 06 Fohnston, Naomi, Waverley 400 400 Sewell, R. J., Momohaki 62 97 rohnstone, John, Waverley 520 224 Sheahan, Jeremiah, Patea 5° Fones, W. G., Alton 1520 1030 Sheild, J., Stotfold, Patea 647 398 Fones, W. N., Kakaramea 18 497 Smith, C. H. P., Waverley 1696 1691 Karipa Hamiora, Papatupu, Waitotara 100 '5° Smith, J., and Sons, Makowhai, Ngamata- 1900 2565 Keating, M., Pigroot, Waverley 500' 500 pouri Keenan, Patrick, Waverley 33 Nil Spaaks, G-., and Sons, Appleton Park, Alton 984 874 Kendall, A. T., Marohema 80 Nil Stewart, Hugh, The Grange, Waverley 1287 Kirk, H. C, Waverley 48 Nil' Stewart, Wm., Waverley 40 ■ Nil Klingender, William, Riverdale, Patea 436 378 Strachan, Alexander, Waverley S°° 800 Laird, C. B., Momohaki 400 Nil Strombom, H. C, Kohi, Waverley 273 Sweeter, Waverley 256 Leo, James, Waverley 1200 1300 George, 100 164 Lifflton, E. N., Ngamatapouri 254 709 Symes, Albert, Oika. Whenuakura 680 188 A. and Lind, W.-S. and Son, Waitotara 2148 2269 Symes, A., Waitaranui, Momohaki ... 1220 Lloyd, J. E., Springfield, Waverley 55 21 Symes, A. and A., Lloyds, Momohaki 300 Ejupton, Isaac, Waverley 3160 2067 Symes, A. and A., Momohaki 2390 45° Macdonald, Duncan, Burnside, Waverley ... 896 598 Symes, E. P., Westholm, Waverley 1500 1050 Vlacdonald, Finlay, Waverley 360 Symes Oscar, Waverley 1500 1250 Macpherson, E. T., Kohi, Waverley 800 800 Symes, W. C. & S. R., Whenuakura, Manutahi 3688 J 3286 VIacpherson, Jno., Kaimanuka 190 192 Tawake Tawhitopau, Waitotara 74 Vlarchant, W., Bosehill, Waverley 740 696 Tawhitopau, Papatupu, Waitotara 140 Marshall, Richard, Patea 279 Tayler, L. A. and W. E., Hurleyville 190 Mathieson, J. H., Woodleigh, Waverley 861 666 Taylor, D. S., Waverley Taylor, Joseph, Waverley 418 McCarthy, Helen, Hurleyville 199 65 263 100 McCarty, Hugli, Manutahi '545 Te Kopa, Whenuakura, Patea 167 248 VIcConacliie, Donald, Kaimanuka 680 680 Tekura Tawhiti, Waitotara 50 McDonald, Watson, Waverley 200 96 Thorpe, N. F., Patea '37 320 McFarlane, W., and Son, Waverley 15° 400 Turner and Barmforth, Patea Soo MeKenzie, A. and J., Waitotara • 596 797 Turner, F., Otoia, Patea 1000 Nil VIcKenzie, John, Waitotara 700 598 Turner, G. C, Mtham 1181 Nil Waionui, Kakaramea McLean, Duncan, Waverley 280 45° Tutangi 100 Tutawa, Patea McLean, John, jun., Waverley 280 440 100 100 McMeckin, Jsimes, Waverley '35 Nil Verdon, M. and L., Waverley 250 59° Vliddleton. Hugh, Waverley 1985 Verry, John, Urnuroa, Waitotara '74 1380 Miller, G. W. A., VVaverley 198 Walker, James, Bank Head, Waverley 2270 James, Waverley 2360 Miller, Mrs. M. A., Waverley 200 374 Walker, jun., 700 700 Vlitcalfe, H. P., Les Efferts.'Waverley 424 484 Walkinton, J. B., Waverley .[. .563 Kakaramea 262 260 Wall, John, 440 Mitchell, Alexander, Waverley 500 S°° Morehu, Pera, Okaiawa '5° '43 Watkins, W. H., Waverley 300 570 Morgan, J. H., Okotuku, Waverley 402 584 Watkins, William, Waverley ' 400 Watt, Miss A. P., Waverley 400 Morton, Frederick. The Grange, Waverley ... 2638 Nil 749 Moss, J. H., Momohaki 342 336 Wicks, John, Waverley 160 36 Muir, R. L., Weverley 890 981 Wightinan, Thomas, Waverley 691 Vluldrock, Hugh, Waverley 589 59' Wilford, A., Wainoa, Hurleyville '793 865 Muldrock, Mrs. H., Waverley 100 Nil Wilkie, J. M., Manutahi 1800 Wilkie and Wilson, , .874 Murphy J. J., Waverley 500 500 Waitotara '59' 1590 Murray, R. and J. M., Orangimea, Waitotara 586 Nil Wilkins, Mrs. G\, Waverley 1608 William, Momohaki, Waitotara Wilkins, John, Westley, Waverley 'S°7 Murray, 90 90 600 555 Murray, William, Charlotte Grove, Waverley 855 1183 Willcocks, A., Otakeho 300 Nil Waverley Williams, Evan, Alton Napier, S., 795 492 456 551 Sewing, Henry, Waverley I TO Nil Williamson, H. D. H., Whenuakura Nil Wilson, Raithby, 54 Nicholas, R. J. H., Hurleyville 92 39' Frederick, Waverley i°45 1100 Nicholson Brothers, Kaihu, Waverley l8OO 900 Wilson, William, Elslea, Wlienuakura 1871 1617 3'Neill, Patrick, Sea Yiew, Waverley 620 600 Wybourne, M. H., Brookvale, Whenuakura... 888 D'Reilly, G., Waverley 286 Wybourne, W. H., 840 295 Cawood, Whenuakura ... 2450 3'Reilly, W. C., Momohaki 506 500 D'Sullivan, Michael, Manutahi 2500 2440 216369 222,365 Palmer, Alfred, Paranui, Patea 34OO 3600 H.—23. 46

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No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1807. 1898. 1897. 1898.

WAITOTARA COUNTY Montgomery Brothers, Brunswick 2382 2082 (In Wonganui Subdivision). Moore, Mrs. J. (Estate of), Kai Iwi "4397 21695 Alexander, T. and &., Waikare, Waitotara... 2J9 1 Nil Morrison, William, Armadale, Maxwelltown 333 284 Wanganui Mullins, Anthony, Brunswick 100 Anderson, M. S., Westmere, 43° 34° 86 Anderson, W. D., Pukeariki, Maxwelltown... 22 5° 2222 Mullins, Anthony, Brunswick 4 990 Ashton, W. M., Kaiwhatu, Wanganui 1500 [224 Murray, F. A., Box 96, Wanganui 200 500 Austin, H., Wanganui 300 34° Murray, J. B., Southern Grove, Wanganui ... 3595 3296 W. Nil Bayly Brothers, Kai Iwi 639 3900 Murray, John, "Wanganui 43 Mrs. C. L., Ope, Maxwelltown 239 200 Bayly, Daniel, Kai Iwi 3380 4036 Nicholas, ... Biilinghurst, C. K., Maxwellfcown 14 Nicholson, Neville, Kaitangata, Parakino 400 400 Blair, Duncan, Rapanui, Wanganui 3274 3279 O'Leary, John,Wanganui 470 500 Bowcher, S. H., Wangairai S83 Nil Palmer, G. W., Woodlands, Wanganui 900 629 Brennan, John, Wanganui 600 700 Parsons, William, Sunnyside, Waitotara 2887 3"64 Brown, Harry, Kai Iwi 21 900 Peake, E. J., Wanganui 444 566 Brownlie, Christopher, Brunswick '73 196 Peake, H. L., Mowhanau, Wanganui 256 320 Bryce, John, Waipuna, Wanganui 1209 1120 Pearce, G-. V., Peyman's, Kakaramea 3200 Tukutuku, Maxwelltown ... Peat, David, Omaranui, Wanganui 2675 2375 Bunting, B. J., 483 496 880 Bunting, Thomas, Maxwelltown 80 i 10 Peat, James, Mangaharopito, Waitotara 93° Caldwell, James, 300 Peat, John, Maxwelltown 6745 6270 Makirikiri Nil Campbell, B. A., Tokomaru, Wanganui 1221 2418 Peat, Moore, and Alexander, Wanganui 8200 Campbell, G. W., Brunswick 648 355 Perrett, Edwin, Butcher, Wanganui 7° 'S 2 Okehu Cave Bros., Bloomvale, Wanganui 1577 1484 Pharazyn, Mrs. B. W., Marahau, ... 9840 "'793 ' 200 Kai Iwi 270 Chugg, W. F. Irwin, Wanganui 3' Piripi Ropata, Tawhitinui 100 68 Clinton, Richard, Maxwelltown 1062 1162 Pita te Bahui, Collins, W. A., Branxholme, Wanganui 160 '85 Powell, Mrs. S., Wanganui 92 Nil and Sons,Xaurapoa, Wanganui River 1400 2400 Proude, J. B. D., Kaimanuka, Matapouri .. 34° 300 Connor Kai Iwi 18 Nil Cooper, W. J., Box 16, Brunswick 859 867 Rangikauea, Crawley, H., Missionary Station, Kai Iwi ... 3°4 300 Rangirunga Piripi, Maxwelltown 200 •5° Crowley, Denis, Waitotara 54 '93 Rangitauru, Tawhitinui 96 78 Currie, James, Kai Iwi 2 655 2881 Raugiwhakateka, Tawhitinui 92 70 Currie, Thomas, Pueroa, Brunswick 690 1000 Ratana Rangitahua, Karatia 60 6S Cutfield, John, Wanganui 276 70 Reid, John, Seafield, Wanganni 2176 2049 Maxwelltown 1 Rendall, John, Pickwick, Wanganui '456 >46S Darbyshire, John, 39 44S 6 Darbyshire, Nathan, Maxwelltown 443 426 Reynolds, S. J., Maxwelltown 5 Darbysliire, W. J., Maxwelltown 536 494 Rhodes, J. and T., Waitotara 25,8 349° Richardson, Brunswick 45° Davis, James, Brunswick 377 <4'5 W., Davis, R. and J., Maxwelltown 1187 1064 Richards, S. K., Waitotara 975 Nil Waitotara 00 [800 Ritchie, William, Blueskin, Wanganui 4090 4000 Death, Henry, 15 60 Dempsey, James, Wanganui 54° 57° Riwai, Waitotara 70 Dymock, H. E., Homelands, Wanganui 998 976 Roach, John, Brunswick 120 184 Station, Momohaki, Waverley Nil Robertson, G. S., Waireka, Wanganui "33 1112 Experimental 647 228 Foreman, Stephen, Wanganui 2642 2600 Robertson, P. H., Makirikiri Brunswick 67, Rodwell, George, Tokomaru, Wnnganui 746 860 Forlong, P. G., 7'4 1800 1800 Charles, Makirikiri '53' Ross, Donald, Otakino, Makirikiri G-eorgetti, Toi Brunswick 660 Grant, David, Wanganui 84 Nil Ross, Robert, Farm, 650 Mrs. R., Tokomaru, Brunswick 170 Russell, F. M., Rata Farm, Waitotara 1566 1482 Hair, J. 5°4 Hair, Mrs. R., Woodstock, Brunswick 646 588 Russell, S., Wanganui Hall,'Thomas, Kaikokopo, Aramohs 992 995 Russell, William, Sherwood, Wanganui 477 497 Pipiriki Shaw, Henry, Maxwelltown 166 Hamuera Kairoto, 58 Makirikiri 2862 Handley, John, Okelm 2494 2444 Smith, Charles, Te Korito, 3460 Handley, Samuel, Waitotara 16to 1136 Smith, F. W., Kai Iwi 37" 296 Handley, William, Nukumaru 9 Smith, H. E., Tauwhare, Brunswick 1207 1989 A. H., Waitotara 359 Nil Speeding, J. C., Brunswick 845 758 Hansen, Waitotara 757 Hartwell, Mrs. Jane, Waitotara 500 500 Sutton, William, Owhehiti, 650 J. E., Brunswick 606 586 Symes, A. J,, Kailwi 739 1100 Hewitt, 100 100 Hines, Marohewa 243 Nil Tapapa Whiro, Waitotara R. H., 100 Hoani, H. te, XJawiri, Waitotara 100 100 Tawhitinui Komiti, Tawhitinui 53 Hill, Wanganui 555 ' Tawse, Alexander, Kai Iwi r 2i 2 1038 Hogg, Henry, Murray 565 Nil Hole, H. W., Belmont, Wanganui 83 Nil Taylor, D. S., Koki, Waverley ... "°57 Humphreys, John, Maxwelltown i°57 942 Taylor, William, Waikoko, Waitotara 296 300 Andrew, Brunswick 375 454 TerKura, Nukumaru, Waitotara 93 Hunter, 100 Huston, William, Maxwelltown 148 249 Te Ringa, Maxwelltown 305 and Murchison, Seafield, Castlecliff ... '5° Nil Thatcher, Thomas, Fernham, Wanganui "... 1076 Nil Imlay Kai 70 Jardme, A., Mangacui, Wanganui 915° 8000 Tio Onga, Iwi 89 Jardine, A., Peyman's, Wanganui 3000 Nil Topine Turoa, Tawhitinui 120 134 Kahukaka, Parakama, Wajtotara 239 300 Turner, Charles, Tokomarn, Fordell 393 546 Kai 100 Kanika Turerao, Waitotara 214 110 Waaka Hakaraia, Iwi 130 81 Wall, Mrs. Maria, Rock Farm, Wanganui ... 142 190 Katera Poni, Hiruharama 107 688 Enoka, Tawhitinui 21 32 Ward, H. A., Maxwelltown 204 Keepa Kai i2O 100 and Mavis Bank, Wanganui Ward, J. and H., Fern Grove, Iwi Laird, J. R., ... 279 434 Aramoho and Wilderness, Waitotara 600 700 Watson, Thomas, Mission Line, ... 291 Nil Iiind, W. S., Son, Nil Lomax, William, Te Rimu, Wanganui River 458 600 Watt, Miss A. P., Waverley 630 Webb Brothers, Landsdowne, Brunswick ... 6lO 862 Low, D. W., Wanganui 798 858 roo Macdonald A. L., Brunswick 598 Nil Whatarangi Teka, Tawhitinui 100 Mackay, W. G., Fernside, Wanganui 495 455 Wherohiko Atarea, Hiruharama 100 76 Wickliam, J. Brunswick 779 Mann, W. H., Brunswick 588 578 H. T., 738 Manson, N. P., Bushy Park, Kai Iwi 2954 2707 Wicksteed, Arthur, Wanganui 243 360 Parkhead, Wanganui Wilkie, John, Brunswick 586 916 Maxwell, Miss C, ... 687 798 1661 Jno., Duck-ponds, Wanganui 34' Wilson, Alexander, Wanganui 1850 McGregor, ... Brunswick Nil McKee, William, Woodleigli, Wanganui ... 696 686 Wilson, Victor, Roker Run, 850 McNeill and Leighton, Waitotara 83 "9 Wi Paki, Papatupu, Waitotara 400 Wanganui 12 12 Woolford, Ambrose, Wanganui 305 203 McNeill, Alexander, River ... Mitchell, George, Bushy Park, Wanganui ... 1224 1651 Woon, A. R., Waitawa, Wanganui 685 727 Mitchell, Thomas, Butcher, Wauganui 288 '55 Woon, W. G., Wanganui River 960 IO75 47 H.—23.

WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. No. of Sheep on Ko. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Wright, A. Z., Toynton Farm, Brunswick ... 567 627 Ellis and Robinson, Mangamahu 4532 515' Wright, Gr. F., Brunswick 526 500 Eruera, H. Te Ngara, Pipiriki '5 21 Wright, J. P., Brunswick 334 177 Erueti te Rangi, Pamoana, Koriniti '56 85 Young, Mrs. Thomas, Wanganui 98 Nil Bruini Rangiwihau, Tawhitinui 5° Eruini te Huia, Parikino, Makirikiri 130 24I 167,360 170,843 Eruini te Wiki, Parapara, Makirikiri 111 29O Parley, James, Te Rirnu, Mangamahu 2194 235° WANG-ANITI COUNTY Fernie Brothers, Kaiwaka, Aberfeldie S39i '495 (In Wanganui Subdivision). Fernie Brothers. Mangawhero, Aberfeldie ... 5395 6576 Addenbrooke, H. E., Mangamahu 616 1377 Fernie Brothers, Ohineiti, Aberfeldie 440c Addenbrooke H. B., Mangamahu 1265 7OO Fernie, John, Churchill, Taylorville 733 818 Addenbrooke, H. J., Maugamahu 1050 1244 Fitzherbert, Norman, Aberfeldie _.. 4500 3828 Addenbrooke, S. S., Mangamahu ■55 6 l82I Fleetwood, Christopher, Makirikiri 694 687 Allaway, Albert, Raetihi S6 Fletcher, E. E., Wangaehu 1381 1068 AllenF. H., Mangamahu 1084 '151 Forlong, D. Gγ., Kelvin Grove, Taylorville ... 900 800 Allen, William, Makirikiri 302 3°3 Freer, J. H., Okoia Nil 130 Allison, Alexander, Taylorville 599 '°S3 Garner, N. B., Taylorville 283 260 Anderson, A. Gr., Makirikiri 300 970 Georgetti, A., Sedgbrook, Wanganui 600 191 Anderson, J. W., Taylorville •5>4 1700 Georgetti, A. M., Whataroa, Makirikiri 3100 2995 Anderson, Gr. W., Preston Hill, Wanganui... 1242 1470 Georgetti, A. M., Waipakura, Makirikiri ... 2200 2500 Andrews, W. P. J., Rerepapa, Hunterville... 34' Nil G-eorgetti, Charles, Papaiti, Wanganui 1488 Nil Ani Hoeri Haami te Kee, Ranana 100 8S Godfrey, Brothers, Tangiata, Raetihi 21 98 Apera te Kounga, Ranana S' Nil Gordon, Charles, Wanganui 15 '5 Ash-well, Alfred, Raetihi '37 172 Gould, Ernest, Mangaituroa 96 85 Aubert, Mother Mary Joseph, Jerusalem ... 1326 1092 Grace, Dr., Aries, Wanganui 2562 •505 Baker, J. W., Brookdale, Fordell 943 1070 Grace, Dr., Lismore, Wanganui 7781 8752 Bamber, T. A., No. 2 Line, Wanganui '54° 1660 Gray, Robert, Bothwell, Wanganui 2490 2398 Baniber, William, Ellengowan, Taylorville 810 790 Haimona Epiha, Koriniti 79 100 Barnes, John, Mangamahu 297 393 Haimona Teiki, Wangaehu 'S3 290 Barns, A. B., Makirikiri . Hamilton, A., Craigielea, Makirikiri 250 34° 358 348 Barns, Ernest, Wanganui '5 12 HarperBrothers, Mangamahu 37S6 1786 Batohelar, W., Taylorville 9 Nil Harris, A. B., Raetihi 98 178 Beard, J., and Sons,Matawhitia, Kauangaroa 3800 4100 Harris, Walter, Rurupopo, Kaetihi 395 476 Beard, J., and Sons, Toketapu, Kauangaroa 3774 3030 Harrison, Mrs. C. F., Warrengate, Fordell ... 354 535 Bell, Mathew, Fordell 35° 300 Harrison, H. N., Fordell 1740 19(11 Bertram, J. M., Aberfeldie 89 898 Haruru Kiterangi, Parikino 40 Nil Biddle and Davey (Holders), Wanganui 700 780 Hawira, Puhaki, Kauangaroa 3'° 300 Blyth, James, Waterdale, Fordell 648 380 Hearn and Kennedy, Waverley 4050 4500 Bolton, Amos, Mangamahu 900 1000 Henare Tumanga, Parikino 196 J 83 Bolton, William, Mangamahu 900 '35° Henderson, J. and S., Mangamahu 1600 1824 Bowater and McHardie, Ohakune 185 85 Herlihy, Denis, Hazelgrove, Taylorville 499 564 Bradley, John, Mangamahu 139° ■95° Higgie, Alexander, Blinkbonnie, Wanganui ■54° 1616 Brass, Peter, Raetihi 409 398 Higgie, Alexander, Tikorangi, Wanganui 4100 345° Bristol and Coleman, Wanganui 18 1OO Higgie, David, Fordell 220 2 S Brook, Alfred, Aberfeldie 393 588 Higgie, James, Kaukatea, Okoia 1484 1487 Brough, John, Taylorville 141 Nil Higgie, Leonard, Okoia 745 830 Brown, Mrs. A., Merevale, Wanganui 400 400 Higgie, Morris, Rosemond, Taylorville 860 95° Brownlie, Jamee, Makirikiri '937 20;i Higgie, Thos., Okoia 35°° 3110 Buckrell, F. H., Kauangaroa, Wanganui 300 300 Himona Pohoua, Makirikiri 39 15 Budge, 0. S., Fordell 1369 >37i Himu Materoa, Hiruharama 85 94 Burnett, Alfred, Oneida, Fordell l695 1427 Hirawanu te Potahi, Ranana 55 Nil Burnett, C, Oneida North, Fordell 765 846 Hoani Tumuaki, Raorakia 80 95 Burnett, C, The G-ums,Wanganui 877 Hoani Rewi, Ranana 100 200 Burr, Charles, New Seat, Taylorville 580 500 Hoani Wiremu, Koriniti 32 3° Caines, Alfred, Makirikiri 336 Hone Potaka, Atene ■83 "5 Caines, W. H., Pikopiko, Makirikiri '5 10 Hone te Wata, Karatia 5° 3° Caldwell, James, Makirikiri 291 Nil. Hoori Paama, Ranana 128 126 Cameron, Allan, Marangai, Wanganui 2851 2783 Hori Kaka, Parikino 5° 40 Campbell, B. A., Wiritoa, Wanganui 899 2430 Hori Rei Paetaha, Parikino, Wanganui 200 100 Campbell, George, Mangamahu 595 57° Hori Tekee, Ranana 84 76 Campbell, W. P., Makirikiri 99' 1 200 Howie, T. W., Fordell 555 439 Chamberlain, R. K., Te Mana, Fordell 1 300 1100 Humphreys, W. D., Asheombc, Makirikiri... 802 728 Chapman, Joseph, Long Acre, Wanganui ... 675 677 Ihaka Rerekura, Pipiriki 96 57 Chapman, W., Fordell 1771 '55° Ingram, William, Makirikiri 1710 Christie,R. L., Fordell 26 Jones, J. N.,Waikupa, Okoia '273 1290 Collier, Henry, Wanganui 33°° 374° Kai Whakahaere, Te Raana, Ranana i>9 200 Collins, W. B., Aberfeldie 4100 3000 Kellick, William, Craig Deane, Mangarnahu 1480 1690 Collins, W. J., Aberfeldie '955 Kerei te Hokowhitu, Kauangaroa 92 126 Couch, William, Aberfeldie 404 39° Kereopa, Ihaka, Parikino, Wanganui 100 100 Cowan, L , Makirikiri 400 910 Kerr, W. W., Woodlands, Ohakune 272 291 Cowie, H. T.| Huikumu, Pipiriki 16^0 1830 Kingi te Rawha&aatea, Hiruharama 80 88 Cowper, Harry, Wanganui 762 Nil Kireona Rupuha, Atene 45 40 Cranstone, H. M., Sunnyvale, Mangamahu ... 785 1664 Kingi Tepuata, Atene ..• 100 Crawford, F. H., Ohukune '57 [21 Knight, John, Fordell 520 Crawford, M.,Fordell 132 l8l Knox, James, Taylorville 203 244 Cribb, F. W., Pipiriki 24 2O Kumeroa Tetana, Matatara, Parikino 3° 5° Cripps, George, Brunswick 35° Kuramate, Pipiriki 5° 40 Cullinane, T. J., Matatera, Makirikiri >°S° 780 Kurth, F. A. A., Fordell 487 D'Anvers, Roland, Culworth, Makirikiri 490 546 Laird, George, Parihauhuu, Makirikiri 1 '95 Nil Davy, William, Taylorville 720 920 Ledward and Liggins, Orautoha, Raetihi ... 390 53' Death, H. J., Wanganui 2797 Lewis, Oswald, Mangamahu 2718 2850 Doole, John, Woodridge, Fordell 420 700 Lewie, T. A., Mangamahu 2140 2665 Dwier, John, Okahune 120 Nil Lillburn, Robert, Mangamahu 4120 38+2 Earle, R. C, Ashcombe, Makirikiri 1410 1443 Lillburn, William, Pukeroa 2890 3300 B—H. 23. H.—23. 48

WELLINGTON -WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. No. of Sheep on I No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Livingston, Alexander, Taylorville '4 999 Pike, G. E., Raetihi 121 131 Loveridge, Fred., Wanganui 595 890 Pirimi, Ranana 8o 90 Mackintosh, Angus, Taylorville 336 213 Piripi Pauro, Hiruharama 121 Nil Mackintosh, John, Okoia 496 456 Pokiha te Whakahi, Koriniti 48 18 Mahirini Rangitauera, Pipiriki 67 65 Poison, D. G., Fordell 3958 4°5S Maihi Aperaniko, Karatia 64 25 Porokoro te Patu, Ranana 290 260 Maka Petera, Hiruharama 40 40 Porteous, William, No. 3 Line,Taylorville ... 497 477 Makere Marino, Ranana 49 70 Prujean, J., Hillside, No. 3Line, Fordell ... 394 43° Mannington, A. C, Mangamahu 456 558 Puhaki Waata, Kauangaroa 200 Nil Mai-ino Paraone, Pukihinau, Banana 100 70 Pukunui, Hira, Kauangaroa 100 Nil Martin, Ronald, Fordell 68 70 Pynsent, R. B., Makirikiri 2719 Masek, Josef, Raetihi 99 Nil Quarvie, D. M., Haloombe 1400 Nil Mason Brothers, Aberfeldie 2850 3200 Raihania Takapa, Ranana 200 300 Matene Teriaki, Otapua, Makirikiri 70 60 Rangi Renata, Makirikiri 62 80 Matiu Ngaiwikatea, Hiruharama 76 80 Raukanga, Makirikiri 100 McDonald, Angus, Turakina 480 375 Rawinia Hipango, Taylorville 80 100 McDonald, Hugh, Wanganui 200 Rawiri te Aheihei, Hiruharama ■23 37 McDonald, Mrs. J., Mangamahu 355° 3°5° Read, A. W., Taylorville 2 59 208 McDonald, N., Seyton, Taylorville 170 ■52 Reid, J. A., Riverton, Kauangaroa 2380 2327 McG-rail, George,Ludgate Hill, Taylorville .. 479 470 Reid, Richard, Edina Farm. Makirikiri 948 Nil McGregor, James, Fordell 533 1500 Reremeneta te Wetu, Hiruharama 4S 5' McGregor, Jas. Aird, Fordell 1608 1126 Rewi Raupo, Hiruharama 60 100 McGregor, J., Cherry Bank, Wanganui 1012 973 Rewi Reneti, Karatia 5 McGregor, John, Auchmore, Wanganui 696 600 Rice, Samuel, Brandon, Wanganui 783 7S7 McGregor, John, Mangawhero, Wanganui .. 1005 1140 Richardson, Martin, Watershed, Fordell ... 148 '57 McGregor, John,Pukenui, Wanganui 294 '35 Richardsot), Wm., Otaimata, Hunterville ... 298 Nil McGregor, John, Kukuta, Wanganui 470 59° Risk, J. and M., Mangaituroa, Sandon 55° 880 McGregor, Mrs. J., Matarawa, Wanganui .. 1600 1598 Robertson, Charles, No. 2 Line, Wanganui... 40 Nil McKain, James,Fernhill, Brunswiok 1060 1311 Ropoama, Kehua Karatia 69 27 McKay, Daniel, Fordell 630 320 Ross, Donald, Makirikiri 1900 2000 McKenzie, D. D., Taylorville 12 Nil Rotohiko Pauro, Hiruharama 100 McLeod, William, Ohakune 99 Nil Rowe, Thomas, Makirikiri 12 10 McLeod, Mrs. Jane,Dunvagen, Wanganui ... 1830 1808 Rumbold, F. S., Okoia 400 450 McPherson, J. (Estate), Tamaire, Makirikiri 1245 '654 Ruscoe Brothers, Headlands, Fordell 1115 Nil MeWilliam, Mrs. W., Netherdale, Fordell ... 645 565 Ruscoe, H. A., Edina Farm, Makirikiri 830 Medley, J. S., Mangamahu 596 760 Ruscoe, Joseph, Mars Hill, Wanganui 298 400 Meek, W. L., Mangaituroa 52 Salt, Eli, Aberfeldie 300 470 MeretiriaPiripi, Hiruharama 112 Sarjeant, H., Riverley, Wanganui 4675 4270 Mere Whakarake, Banana '93 187 Sarjeant, Henry, Fordell House, Wanganui... 2075 >945 Mereon, Walter, Okahuue 217 72 Sarjeant, Isaac, Woodburn, Fordell 1008 1000 Montgomerie, A., Eaglesham, Makirikiri ... 2022 2220 Sheild, R. T., Okoia '5 2 Nil Montgomerie, R. A., Aberfeldie 2060 2288 Silcock, C. A., Taylorville 970 1125 Morehu Kararete, Parikino Nil 85 Sim, A. D., TaylcrviHe 256 270 Morehu Tumuaki, Pipiriki 100 5° Slade, Isaac, Taylorville 375 280 Morgan, E. A., Lakeside, Taylorville 600 473 Small, Westwater, Hiruharama 166 238 Morgan, John, Newtonlees, Taylorville 325 277 Smith, P. G-., Herrington, Raetihi 240 85 Morgan, W. E., Mangamahu 1820 1920 Sommerville, J. R., Fairview, Wanganui ... 1311 1250 Morse, Mrs. E., Tiromoana, Fordell 500 538 Speed, H. M., Monavale, Makirikiri 1687 1688 Morton, Selby, The Shades, Wanganui 500 500 Strachan, David, Lornty, Okoia 1619 j 800 Muurit, A. F., Eastown, Aramoho 72 90 Studholme Bros., Papanui, Wanganui 433° 6400 Murchieon, Donald, Wanganui 34 Sutherland, A., Lamb Hill, Wanganui 1720 1890 Nash, Henry, Wanganui 192 196 Sutherland, N., Craigielea, Fordell 3680 4000 Neilson, William, Taylorville 573 488 Symes, F. and L. T ,Otaranoho, Jerusalem... 45° 572 Nepia, Parikino 64 74 Tahapeehi te Roeti, Ranana 76 88 Ngarino Moungaroa,Pipiriki 100 96 Taiawhio Harihona, Karatia 32 3° Ngawai, Banana 73 40 Tairei Mei, Hiruharama 80 92 Nikorema Pokiha, Koriniti 26 20 Takare Tauri, Parikino 180 200 Nixon, Mrs. A. E. T., Wanganui 100 181 Tauiahape, Komene, Koriniti 49 43 Nixon, J. H., Sedgebrook, Wanganui 94 61 Tangaroa, Nopera, Makirikiri 7' 210 N.M. and A. Co., Sea View, Wanganui 3822 Nil Tangarca, Nopera, Makirikiri ■5 2 Nil Norris, Frank, Makirikiri 380 480 Tawhito Ariki, Ranana 92 57 Norwood, William, jun., Taylorville 300 140 Taylor, P. S., Mumford Farm, Taylorville ... 258 250 Old, Bichard, Taylorville 492 597 Te Huna i te Moa, Karatia 29 Nil Oliver, Samuel, Taylorville 169 160 Te Iwi Ngaro, Parikino 500 400 O'Neill, Patrick, Waverley 2200 2300 Te Koronoho, Ranana 65 81 O'Neill, Michael, Raetihi 3° 94 Te Manu Kaitatau, Parikino 90 •58 Owen, W. T., Makirikiri 2222 2300 Te Marae, Pipiriki 32 Nil Parekura Hakopa, Hiruharama 700 Te Metera Teurumoto, Ranana 100 95 Park, Thomas, Mangamahu 170 Te Ngo Kaki, Hiruharama 56 49 Park, Walter, Taylorville 260 Te Poumoa, Hiruharama .56 »3 Park, William, Mangamahu Soo 865 Te Kahi, Hiruharama 77 100 Paterson, George, No. 2 Line, Taylorville ... 432 369 Tereare Poumia, Ranana V 95 Patterson, J. C, Gordon Park, Taylorville ... 705 484 Te Rei Rewi, Karioi 69 47 Paul, Joseph, Wanganui 493 593 Te Rihi, Ranana 100 100 Koriniti Pauro Marino, Ranana 100 Nil Te Ture Reneti, 100 86 Pawhara Himiona, Parikino 63 100 Te Whare, Ranana 90 40 Peake, R. H., Wanganui 990 995 Te Wetu Atarea, Kauaeroa 45 57 Pehira te Koko, Otoko, Makirikiri 45 Nil Thompson, D., Tayloi'ville 339 290 Peretini Rewi, Hiruharama 45 5° Thompson, P. A., Makatoku, Pipiriki 112 2 53 Peti Tairua, Hiruharama 120 110 Tiaki Hereiha., Koriniti 3° 60 Phillips, George, Taylorville 25 100 Tienii Tcwiki, Makirikiri 142 "54 Phillips, William, Makirikiri 403 598 Timoti Kahukura, Parikino 346 306 Philpot, T. G., Aberfeldie 679 780 Tiopera Ramiha, Ranana 100 95 Pickup, William, Fordell 300 400 Toa Rangitahi, Ranana 94 80 49 H.—23.

WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST— continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on 3( April 30, April 30, April April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

James, Glencairn, Turakina Tod, R. J., Mangamahu 800 906 Bruce, 2491 2963 and Son, Mangamahu 6030 Bruce, R. 0., Huntervills 2670 2522 Todd, W., SS6o R., Fern Hats, Marten Towgood, S. H , Grassmere, Wanganui '336 414 Brjce, A. 669 J.,Denlair, Wanganui 400 Brvce, Thomas, (Exors. of), Fern Flat Mart on 830 Nil Treadwell, W. 428 6oo Nil Tucker Brothers, "Wanganui 130 Nil Bull, Jas., jun., Makaraka, Hunterville J. Hunterville 180 Tuka Peni, Koriniti 48 18 Burgess, H., 272 Pipiriki Nil Burne, A. J.,Round Bush, Main 495 Turangapito, 38 Malii, Bull's Nil Turner, C, Blythwood, Fordell 1024 970 Burne, J., 38S Tyertnan, B., Wanganui 1000 970 Bushby, A., Crofton 300 400 Marton 100 Tylee, J. J.. Taylorville 660 692 Bushby, T., tipper Tutanui, E. F. H., Whittle, Makirikiri '997 '995 Callaghan, H. O., Pohonui 200 Vaughan, J.E., Rata Nil Waara to Pukehinau, Karatia 44 40 Calvert, 3700 Kee, Hunterville Wanihi te Kou, Atene 287 277 Cameron, A., Lochaber, 4200 34°o Whanarere, Kaiwhake 148 Cameron, A., Glenlochie, Hunterville 1740 Mangamahu Cameron, Alex, Turakina 206 300 Whiteman Brothers, 1400 4000 Turakina Ranana Cameron, Archibald, Brookland, ... 1825 1858 WikiMarino, 92 Turakina Wikimoa Ngamamako, Ranana 84 Cameron, Archibald, G-lenmore, ... 1500 996 97 G. Turakina Wikitoro Tamore, Eanana 80 55 Cameron, C, 26^0 2650 Cameron, Thomas, Hunterville 218 Williams, T. B., Pine Grove, Wanganui ... 600 Nil 294 Williamson, T. L., Hunterville 669 Nil Cameron, Mrs., Fordell 711 784 Peak, Mangamahu 4900 Canton Brothers, Mataina, Mangaonoho 216 Wilson Brothers, Snowy 6050 Bull's 600 1100 1090 Carter, George, Woodside, 4 Wilson, J. E., Makirikiri, Okoia Marton 2108 Wineti Nopera, Koriniti 45 80 Cash, T. R., Wilsden, 2544 Cherry Farm, Marton 108 120 Winiata, Raetihi 5° Nil Cawood, William, Karatia l/'hisholtn, John, Hunterville 800 "43 Winiata Hihimua, 70 3° Hunterville Wiremu Hauauru, Ranana 90 96 Chisholm, Thomas, 589 536 Marton Wiremu Kee, Pukehinau, Karatia 140 80 Chiverton, Frank, 184 156 te Mads, Marton Wire Pei-e. 34' 161 Chrietensen, 400 *H Makirikiri Huntervillo Wirihana Pungarehu, Parikino 62 100 Chubbin, John, 4200 4436 Ngariki, and Moawhango 3°7 Wright, Liber, Kaitoke, Taylorville '345 1830 Cleaver, R. R., 407 W., Taylorville 395 600 Cockburn Brothers, Hillside, Marton 109 1 978 Wybourne, Cockburn, Marton 6 IO anil Hogg, Longacre, Wanganui 59' 586 Henry, Stanway, 95 54 York Cockburn, Henry, Stanway, Marton 6 Nil Young, William, Fernilee, Wanganui 800 585 9S William, Mangamahu 1600 1900 Cockburn, William, Raumaunga, Marton ... 479 925 Young, Cockburn, Wm., Sunnyside, Marton 289 268 278,408 291,372 Cole, John, Fordell 5° 50 Coleman, Chas., Marton 100 100 Napier subdivision 87,092 99.973 Coleman, J. A., Hunterville 35 397 In Coleman, T., Marton 400 Nil Taihape Total in county 365.500 39'.345 Coogan, William, 171 Cook, (jr. L., Hunterville 1199 1250 Coombe, J., Dunsinane, Marton 2275 2396 RANGITIKEI COUNTY Marton (In Rangitikei Subdivision). Coombe, Jas., Woodlands, 1980 1935 Marton 1000 Mrs. Bull's 3° Coote, Robert, Tyrone, 907 Aargaard, Helen, 200 20 Aiken, Alex., Norwood, Marton 883 795 Cox, F. C, Crofton Crabb, David, Willside, Marton 200 90 Aiken, Jas., Arnage, Silverhope 960 869 Nil Silverhope 56 Craig, J. K., Ailsa, Mangamako US Aldworth, R. H., 780 ■ 4 Wangaehu, Wanganui 808 Aidwoitb, Robert, Silverhope 8474 9000 Craig, William, 984 Crawford, H., Mount Curl, Marton Allen, C. E. H., Pukeroa 918 W. 1285 ■382 2480 2214 Curl, Mrs. M. W., Greatford 1500 1525 Allison, James, Hunterville Bull's Marton 37 2 299 Dalrymple, J. T., Waitatapia, 8367 7140 Amer, Edward, Otairi, Hunterville 6282 6 Arthur (Exors. of), Lansdowne, 900 1800 Dalziell, A., 5 5° Amon, Davy, Charles, Wangaehu 3H 406 Scott's Ferry Dawbin,- Joseph, Crofton 686 595 Ani Rangahi, Wangaehu '7 Nil Mangaonoho 2030 Dawbin, William, Bushy Bank, Marton 395 Anson, Dr. G-. C, Marton Nil Marton •95* 2534 Death, H. J., 596 Arkwright, F., Overtoil, Pine Marton 1182 Herman, Mt. Silverhope 280 254 Death, J. B., Park, 639 Arndt, Curl, Marton 268 Ash, Samuel, Hunterville 298 280 Death, Thomas, 287 J., Notton, Marton 538 654 Death, William, Mangaonoho 1000 1500 Awdry, Mrs. Dillon, James, Mangahoe, Hunterville 274 491 Bagge, John, Marton 400 328 Wharepu, Turakina '5°7 Doble, Henry, Redgate, Hunterville 694 700 Baldwin, John, 1508 Bull's Whakawhare, Turakina 2230 ■978 Doughty Brothers, 793 373 Baldwin, John, John, Marton J. G-., Silverhope 1 tig Dumbrack, ... •43 297 Barthorp, and J., Otairi, Hunterville 25000 23000 Bartlett, Alfred, Silverhope 372 498 Duncan, A. 200 and T., Hunterville 10000 11000 Bartlett, Allan, Silverhope Duncan, W. 500 Earle, P. R., Tauparae Farm, Karori 418 760 Bartlett, S. H., Silverhope 424 Ferndale, Marton W. J., Silverhope 295 200 Elborne, E. V., 263 Bartlett, ... Ellery, Charles, Myrtle Grove, Bull's 5" 200 Bartlett, T. T., Upper Tutanui, Martoii 798 798 61 Paraekaretu, Marton 881 Ellery, Thomas, Bull's Bartlett, W. N., 935 Bulls H., East. Weare, Hunterville Nil Ellis Brothers, Killeymood, 1230 857 Bates. C. 632 180 90 N. J., Moawhango 1084 Ellis, F. W., ilangaonoho Batley, Mrs. William, Mangaonoho 200 A., Marton 540 Ellis, 2Q4 Beacli, J. Marton 80 and Sons, Mungatipum, Kauangaroa 2686 2964 Emens, Henry, '3° Beard, J. G., Springfield, Marton Nil Jas. Eder, Marton 484 464 Emens, W. 90 Beard, Eramiha Tekiore, Turakina 39° 3co Booth, Thomas, Hunterville 700 Bros., Crofton 128 Nil Eriksen, Anders, Mangaonoho 102 90 Bosselman Marton 200 2CO Pembroke Turakina Farmer, W., Runnymede, Bowen, James, Vale, ... 1300 1400 Marton Turakina 900 878 Ferguson, J. D., Summer Hill, 568 Ml Bowen, John, Marton 290 A., Turakina 3025 3400 Findlay, Alex., jun., "55 Brookie, Fitzherbert, A. R., Marton Brookie, William, Parawanui 47' 39° 640 368 Fitzherbert, N., TauRimu, Turakina 2300 2200 Brown, Henry, Bulls 183 190 482 Nil Follett, James, Crofton 200 200 Brown, P., Turakina Wilhelm, Turakina C, Turakina 335 Franke, 689 792 Bruce, A. 458 Fraser, C, Poukiori, Hunterville 82 Bruce, A. C, Slo,» rie, Turafcin* 1799 1873 9° H.—23. 50 WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Fraser, D., Pakiho, Parawanui 6223 5733 Elgour, James,! G-owerfield, Bull's 375 35° Fraser, D., and Co., Takahanga.Parawanui... 56'. 5S« Kilgour, R. B., Bull's 500 847 Friedrich, A., jun., Bushybank, Marton 1052 784 Knox, R. J.,Lake Farm, Turakina 868 3'3 Friedrich, C. A., Marton 100 90 Knuth, John, Hunterville 10 78 Friedrich, Gustav, Brooklyn Farm,Marton... 687 696 Laird, C. R., Hunterville 111)2 '59° Friedrich, Herman, Marton 774 654 Lambert, John,WillowBrook, Mangaonoho 30OO 2100 Gair, James, Marton 294 291 Lampp, Joseph, Marton 644 256 Galpin, C. M., Sedgcombe, Marton 933 1021 Lattorff Bros., Alma Farm, Marton 35° 289 Galpin, Mrs. M. (executors), Fairfield, Marton 900 800 Laurenson, Thomas, Taihape 140 Galpin, W. T., Woodlands, Marton 10812 11082 Lauritsen, J., Poukiore, Hunterville IOI2 924 Geever, Michael, Pohonui 246 Leary, Charles, Pukeroa 100 Gibbons, S , Marton 143 36 Leask, J. J. R., Hunterville 23 Gibbons, F. H., Hunterville 1259 975 Leicester, C. A., AVaituna West 498 S73 Gilbert, W. S., Amersfoote, Mangaweka 122 Lethbridge, G. Y., Ann Bank, Turakina 7032 7140 Glasgow Brothers, Edenmore, Turakina 376O 3880 Lethbridgeand Sons, Ruatangata, Wangaehu 9'5° 10950 Glasgow, John, Ashley, Turakina Il86 993 Lethbridge and Sons, Maputahi, Wangaehu 2250 1700 Glasgow, R., Turakina 754 675 Lippelt, F. C, Philholme, Marton 4265 358i Goile, Rudolph, Marton 478 492 Lowrie Brothers, Mount Curl, Marton 2400 1600 Gordon, R., Woodside Farm, Marton 546 537 Lowrie, Donald, Glermevis, Turakina 1013 1114 Gore, Thomas, Pukiore 190 192 Lowrie, J. J., Hunterville 994 995 Gorton and Son, Racecourse, Bull's 1359 75' MacBean, J. B., Homewood, Marton 1179 1190 Gorton, Colonel, Bull's '5 28 Macdonald, Jas., Harrison PL, Wanganui ... 1362 1499 Gower, Hy., C, Stanley Farm, Turakina 1400 1200 Maekie, W. F., Mangaonoho 172 Nil Gower, R. A., and Co., Ohingaiti 1298 3000 Makira, Wangaehu 92 Nil Grant, John, Tullochgorum, Turakina 1064 '365 Managh, Charles, Hautopu, Halcombe 1005 Gray and McDonald, Taihape 891 1090 Marshall, G. L., Greenbank, Turakina 725 Gray, W. J., Marton 788 775 Marshall, H. H., Marton 1370 1305 Green, C, Rata 600 360 Marshall, J. W., Tuto Totara, Marton 6404 6296 Green, John, Crofton 220 Nil Marshall, W. S., Hinau 850 650 Green, William, Bull's 18 Nil Mason, John, Pukiore 287 460 Griffin, J. and A., Marton 440 43° Maunder, G., Warleigh, Marton 2470 1870 Haimona Teupoto, Turakina 400 600 McAiley, James, Poukiori, Mangaonoho 1090 "75° Hale, Maurice, Halewood, Mangaonoho 1100 1000 MeAlley, William, Hunterville 839 1095 Hamilton, W., Marton 293 383 McBeth, A. T., Groveley, Marton 496 54° Hammond, F. J., Bull's 1O33 1599 MeBeth, Jamen, Forgan, Marton 1024 109s Hammond, John, Merchiston, Rata 10000 7080 McCarthy, T. and J., Tβ Kapua 122 Hammond, John, YorkFarm, Marton "39° 1200 MeChesney, James, Marton 475 775 Harepata, Wangaehu 68 102 McCleneghan, Mrs. C, Turakina 404 400 Harper, James, Bull's 194 166 McLeod, John, Thistle Farm, Ohingaiti 40 Harper Brothers, Turakina, Mangamahu ... 2200 McDonald, A., Trovehill, Mangaweka 170 Harrison, W. S., Woodbury, Marton 728 747 McDonell, A., Komiti, Fordell 2400 2300 Hartley, Charles, Rata 300 McDonell, Mrs. A., Iverhoe, Parawanui 900 600 Hartley, S. C, Waituna West 620 Nil McDuff, J. W., Taihape, Waitotara 137 178 Haselden, F. H., Hunterville 4040 3949 McGregor, Alexander, Whareroa,Hunterville 2576 2780 Healy and Johnson,Poukiori, Mangaonoho... 270 285 McGregor Brothers, Pukekino, Turakina ... 1900 2220 Henderson, H., MillFarm, Marton 475 596 McGregor, David, Hunterville 3<85 3J95 Hill, A., Hunterville 2900 2800 McGregor, Ewen, Ruanui, Mangaonoho 75° Hill, C. P., Mangaonoho 24 21 McGregor, James, Cluny, Turakina 2750 2768 Hill, Quintin, Marton 230 200 McGregor, John, Kaiwaka, Wanganui 700 Hinekura Hira, Wangaehu 200 400 McGregor, Malcolm, Hadenock, Hunterville 4850 3788 Hirini Mohuia, Wangaehu 400 400 McGregor, Mrs. C. L., Hunterville 1118 Hoani Waitere, Kopinu, Turakina 400 300 McHardie, James, Bull's 193 Nil Hodgkinson, W. A., Chester, Hunterville ... '5'7 1896 Mclvor Brothers, Turakina 2250 2110 Holden, Thomas, Hunfcerville 10100 9100 MeKelvie, James, Parawanui, Bull's 4205 3558 Honeyrnan, Alexander, Marton 800 800 McKenzie and Campion, Mabi <569 1714 Houghton, C. G., Mangaonoho 370 475 McKinnon, C. and C., Mangaweka 360 Howard, F., Pukepapa, Marton 1142 3° McLaughlin, A.,Mount Curl, Marton 947 967 Howard, James, Westoe, Greatford 4000 1260 McLean, Alexander, Silverhope 496 480 Howie, Abel, Bell Grove, Marton 379 379 McLean, D., Spring Grove, Marton i°73 980 Howie, J. S., Seroggaru, Hunterville 869 800 McLean, Finlay, Bird Grove, Hunterville ... 2400 2567 Howie, Thomas, Glencoe, Hunterville 498 499 McLean, F. J., Box 26, Hunterville 5000 7000 Howie, W., jun., Lammermoor, Marton 1699 1800 McLeay, J., jun., Puriri, Fordell 1000 1200 Howie, W., jun., Makaraka, Marton 912 800 McLeay, John,Turakina 2770 2921 Huatau, Fordell 300 300 McLeod and Hammond, Te Kapua, Mangao- 60 Humphreys, G. H.,Mangahoe, Hunterville... 1634 1292 noho Hunt Brothers, Merryvale, Marton 650 593 McNeill, John,Tekapo. Mangaonoho 154 122 Hussev, E. V., Marton 188 MePherson, Alexander, Turakina 800 800 Ingle, Mrs. Agnes, Marton 1800 816 Meads, David, Silverhope 296 300 Innes and Kendall, Mangaonoho 458 Nil Meads, fc\, Marton 400 700 Ireland, R., Rangatira, Hunterville 300 300 Meads, Z., Burnamwood, Rata 398 320 Ireland, Robert, Turiaukaka, Hunterville ... 357 481 Mercer, W. A., Allerton, Hunterville 31'3 1326 Ireland, Thomas, Erinehope, Marton 333 Nil Meyer, C, Mount View, Marton 993 899 James, William, Marton 488 566 Midford, John, Marton 198 250 Jefferson Brothers, Mungirapi, Marton 2625 2620 Milne,William, Marton 2700 2200 Jenkins, J.W., Landwood, Marton 1320 1266 Morris, R. T., Hereford Farm, Marton '33 Nil Johnston, James, Bellevue, Marton 2920 3400 Morrison, A. and W., Hunterville 2780 2674 Johnston, John, Mangaweka 2278 Morrison, William, Burnbank, Marton 95° 1060 Johnston, Robert, Marton 457 [8 Morrison, Wm., Mount Yiew, Marton 226 179 Jones, H. Pryce, Makaraka, Halcombe 545° Murray, J. H., Ellerslie, Marton 234 146 Karatia te Rotu, Marton 100 140 Weill, P. C, Okirae, Fordell 11319 12950 Keer, R. P., Marton 171 Neumann, Kobert, Marton 373 480 Keiller Bros., Raumai, Bull's 694S 7353 Neumann, T., Greenfield, Marton 564 300 Kendrick, W. J., Silverhope 130 180 Newman, Edward, Turakina 6500 6000 Kennedy, Daniel, Mangaweka. ,,. 296 Newton, G. F., Hunterville I OP 51 H.—23.

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No. of Sheep on No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April SO, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Ngahoa te Wharo, Taibape 300' Thurston, D., Greenside, Marton i8o J "7 Nisbet, Arthur, (butcher), Silverhope 25 Nii: Tipene Waitere, Turakina 500 500 Nisbet, J., Marton 5oo 500 Totman, R. B., Potaka, Kawatau 600 Nitschke, Gottfried, Marton 500 694 Trieker, Walter, Mt. William, Bull's 1200 ; 1088 Nitschke, G. Henrieh, Crofton, Marton ... ! '161 52 Turubull, D. G-. M., Lodge Hill, Mangaweka 33° Nolan, C, Pukiore, Hunterville IO33 962 Twietleton, F. F., Marton 930 Nil Oldfield, William, Marton 270 1150 Uru Hamiora Wangaehu 800 850 Oliver, J. A., Taihape 140 342 Uruminga, Marton 99 Oliver, S. and J., Taihape 289 Utiku Potaka, Hou Hou, Rata 80 J 40 Parahi Huatau, Wangaehu 78 Utiku, Tarana, Parawanui 310 Nil Paraima Paki, Okotere, Turakina ■5° Venables, A. V., Earlstone, Qreatford 45O 620 Parker, Chas., Paraekaretu, Marton 76 48 Voelkprling, G., Marton 200 I 193 Parker, F. C. and A., Silverhope '35° 1320 Waeroa Whatu, Rata 250 228 Paterson, J. W., Ettrick, Turakina ; 00 5°9 Waitere Marumaru, Turakina 1OO 100 Paulin, James, Woodend, Bull's 870 600 Walker, Ed., and Sons, Hunterville 697 693 Pene, Pirere, Rata 100 Nil Wanihi Henare, Turakina 2OO 1 200 Pera Tamatea, Fordell 200 230 Warren, Walter, Marton 2OO 197 Perihira Pora, Parawanui 34 1 460 Warring, Joseph, Grange Hill, Marton 1142 1062 Phillips, H. M., Mangaonoho 800 Warring, Joseph, jun., Marton 1613 1813 Pleasants, O. C, Strathandrie, Halcombe ... 2945 Nil Wastney, W., Bull's 4600 445° Polgreen, G-., Marton 6.S3 656 Watson, John, Pokowharo, Kauangaroa II97 1180 Poppe, A., Marton ... I 1 197 ■377 Weston, S., Waistwood, Hunterville 4426 1000 Powell and Pickering, Taunikau, Turakina... 97 32 Weston, Samuel, Ohoko, Hunterville 1990 Powell, T. TT. L., Mangaonolio 499 700 Whal«, Henry, Marcon 382 250 Redd, John, Bull's 352 362 Whale, Richard, Crofton 640 35° Eeupena Ngarino (Executors), Turakina 700 800 Wheriko Poni, Marton 300 Rees and Howard, Katirawa, Pokonui 70 Whittington, T. W., Marton 400 395 Reyeli, Geo. W., Pukeroa 86 Wilde, E. J., Marton 1207 1291 Rewa Tarana, Porewa, Marton 600 Wilde, B. J., Ratamera, Marton 1600 Rhodes, C. H. E., Taylor's Farm, Rata 600 363 Wilhelm, G-. J., Marton 62 Rhodes, C. H. E., Matainui, Rata '522 "95 Wilkes, S. B., Bell Hill, Te Kapua '5 1 Rhodes, W.B. (Est.), HeatonPark,Bull's ... 20275 20124 Williamson, Mrs B. P., Eildon, Marton ".375 ■56 7 Richards, L. M., Taumatemaire, Bulls 778 760 Willis, Mrs. E., Woodendean, Greatford 3676 4012 Rider, A. E., Turakina 497 475 Wilson, G. G., Puriri, Hunterville 650 756 Roach, Michael, Kilkerue, Greatford 398 400 Wilson, G. H., Rosehill, Hunterville 291 Nil Roberts, Joseph, Taihape 306 Wilson, James, Farriby, Hunterville 357 Rurubira, Porewa, Marton 108 "83 Wilson, James, Pukepapa, Bull's 867 Russell, A. E., Ti Kapu, Palmerston North... 11425 11644 Wilson, W. and A. H., Hunterville 577 5 69 Saywell, William (butcher), Marton 22 Nil Wilson, John, Springfield, Hunterville 597 690 Scandlyn, J. W., Mangaonoho '4 Wilson,E., Runnymede, Bull's 1125 1113 Scherf, W., Marton 77 80 Wing, John,Tadcroft, Crofton 428 Sehou, J. C, Moawhango 549 Wing, Thomas, Crofton 997 1088 Scott, D., Willow Bank, Scott's Ferry 1923 1919 Wiramu Matiu, Parewanui 5° Scott, M. M., Dalney, Turakina 2816 Wiremu Nganarangi, Fordell 100 100 Sewell, John, Bassenfell, Mangaonoho 298 300 Wiremu Ratana, Turakina 1700 1700 Siddle, Reuben, Taihape 496 57' Withers, Frank, Moawhango 1017 Sigley, Frank,Ohingaiti 400 Nil Woolford, Chas., Bulls 18 Nil Signal, H. and J., Porewa, Marton 94 85 Wotton, Percy, Hillside, Marton ... 636 Nil Signal, T. H., Tekupuere, Marton 277 227 Wright, Ernest, Kaipahore, Hunterville 148 230 Simpson, A. G., Hunterville . Glenmorven, ... 3650 3933 Zajonskowski Brothers, Marton "3 i°3 Simpson Bros., Glenmorven, Hunterville 2050 1000 Simpson, R. K., Patikipapa, Marton 329S 2456 500,846 5 1I.24S Simpson, R. K., Closeburn, Marton 1484 759 Simpson, R. K., Dalvey, Marton 2100 Nil OROXJA COUNTY Simpson, W. and W. J., Drumbowie, 75" 800 (In Rangitikei Subdivision). Hunterville Abraham and William*, Palmerston North... 120 Nil Simpson, Wm., Fernleigh, Hunterville 1285 1200 Acheson-Gray, A., Waiwiri, Ashurst 841 795 Skerman and Homan, Pukekoa, Hunterville 1882 3238 Adsett, Henry, The Mills, Colyton 1300 '495 Small, Frederick, Marton 344 290 Aitken, John,Ferry Reserve, Ashurst 33<> '93 Small, Neil, Glenbar.k, Marton 62 233 Aitken, John, Penrhyn, Ashurst 33° Nil Small, Neil, Springdale, Marton 1312 Akers, W., Riverdale, Palmerston North 2403 3678 Smith, A.W. F., & E. J., Birnam Wd, Marton 2467 Akers, William, Broadlands, Palmerston N. 6440 6554 Smith, A. W. F. and E. J., Marton 52'3 2692 Allerby, Francis, Colyton 175 Nil Snell, William, Bull's 73 Allerby, G., Coiyton 566 675 Snellgrove, E. S. & A. C, Wandsworth, Marton 300 75 Allerby, G. H., Colyton '37 Stantiall, Charles, Greatford 600 260 Amner, Mrs. H., Linton 110 '34 Stevens, W. F., Hunterville 318 600 Andersen, F., Palmerston North 786 1059 Stevens, W. F., Pine Grove, Hunterville ... 500 500 Anderson, Nils, Fitzherbert, Palmerston N. 702 800 Stevens, William, Woodstock, Taihape '94 Anderson, N. J.,Palmerston North. 160 Stevenson, John, Bull's 100 Nil Anderson, P. A., Fitzherbert, Palmerston N. 87- 120 Stewart, Donald, Hunterville 1032 Anderson, William, Bunnythorpe 172 no Still, James, Marton 5°4 144 Anderson, W. J., Palmerston North 77 Nil Swainson, Gh E., Mangaonoho 2448 278S Andrew, John, Colyton 235 219 Symonds, Charles, Marton 790 682 Andrewartha, H., Palmerston North 57' 576 Taverner, L. M., Greatford 873 1069 Arthur, J. and A., Raumai 850 Nil Taylor, Josiah, Bull's 1218 1518 Ashworth, J. H., Pukeroa, Colyton '35 196 Tennant, H. P. L., Marton 590 587 Bailey, G. S., Colyton 595 Theed, A. de V., Hui Rata, Hunterville ... 342 Nil ■ Bailev, W. L., Lisson Farm, Taonui 408 657 Theed, W. V., Marton 133 95 Bailey, W. A. L., The Willows, Taonui ... 800 Thomas, Samuel, Marton 198 103 Baker, A. S., Awapuni, Palmerston N. 556 576 Thompson, Mrs. Eliz., The Hurst, Hunterville 700 900 Baker, William, Makino 2500 2500 Thome, Arthur, Fernden, Hunterville 687 670 Baker, W. C, Bunnythorpe 282 471 Thorns, Frank, Hunterville 972 979 Balsillie, John, Kairanga, Palmerston North 1500 1000 Thorns, Edwin, Riverdale, Marton 382 2S7 Barnes Brothers, Lincoln Farm, Ashurst ... 186 Nil 1 H.—23. 52

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Ho. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30,! April 33<\ April 30, April80, 1807. 1898. 18Str. ' 1898. Barnes, Henry, Lincoln Farm, Ashnrst 129 44 Currin, G. T., Linton 6 Nil Barnett, P. C. V., Palmer8ton North 612 5°5 Crabb, Hugh, Cameron Terrace, Wanganui .. I 200 Bassett, John, Aehurst 300 260 Davidson, &., Springbock, Palmerston North l25 Batchelar, J. O., Palmerston North 1924 19'3 Davis, William, Spring Creek, Linton 100 Nil Bauckham, A., Ashurst 200 Nil Davis, W. H., Taylorville, Wanganui 1743 1762 Bealing, F. J., Stanway 425 ' 429 Davison, A. J., Linton 690 7/6 Beard, John, Ashurst 97 96 Davison, George, Palmerston North 60 90 Beard, John, jun., Ashurst 241 170 Dilks, W., Palmerston North 292 203 Behrent, A. F., Hulcombe 190 Nil Donald, James, Palmerston North 997 670 Behrent, F. L., Halcombe 463 Nil Donaldson, John, Glenora, Colyton r 73 200 Bell, A., Makino 10654 12244 Dowds, John, Palmerston North 164 93 Bell, Duncan, Colyton 102 133 Downes, D., Kimbolton, Feilding 1185 1500 Bell, William, Halcombe 252 423 Drury, Wm., Feilding 75 86 Bennett, Henry, Awahuri 700 476 Dyer, W. B., Te Kura, Colyton 172 Nil Bennett, James, Awahuri 32 35 Eastwood, W., Highfield, Palmerston North 850 Birss, Arthur, Feilding 447 397 Blkington, W. F., Sandyford, Cheltenham ... 3181 2296 Blake, T. P., Palmereton North 114 100 Ellerm, F. S., Stanway 673 539 Blaymii-es, W. W., Bound Hill, Feilding ... '4 Ellerm, L. C, Sanson 300 650 Boguri, John, Ashurst 284 275 Engels, G. H., Palmerston North 717 422 J., Glenwood 440 Eustace, John, Halcombe 656 Booth, H. 643 660 Bosher, Edmund, Makino 454 393 Fair, J, C, Palmerston North 562 Bourke, Laurence, Linton 473 646 Farmer, Alexander, Torwood, Kairanga 1200 Boyea, Frederick, Palmerston N. 3'5 Nil Farmer, W., Palmerston North 333 273 W., Bunuythorpe Fennell, W. F., Colyton _ ... 455 588 Bradev. J. 321 356 Bray, J. T., Highfield", Colyton 1031 7'4 Fenner, Frederick, Halcombe 80 99 Brogden, W. F., Palmerston North '73 .78 Fergusson, R., Kose Bank, Halcombe 190 Brogden, W. J., Palmerston North '95 Nil Fergusson, W., jun., Isla Park, Halcombe ... 1625 Burnside, Halcombe Brown, Andrew, Colyton 400 3 00 Fergusson, W., 693 706 Brown, Robert, Midland Road, Colyton 695 700 Fetch and Monckton, Feilding 990 654 Brown, R. W\, Glengarnoek,Colyton 893 Nil Fitzherbert, C, Cinder Hill, Feilding 3'9 Nil Brown, Captain S. (Exors.), Palmerston N. 1040 Nil Fitzsimons, Mrs. Ellen, Linton 1455 1460 Alexander, Mingaroa, Halcombe 1 i;oo 2000 Flyger, H. T., Palmerston North 280 75 Bruce, Palmerston North... Bryant, F. (butcher), Palmerston North ... ,67 463 France, A., Fitzherbert, 917 645 Bryant, Henry, Park Vale, Halmerston 595 6+5 Francis, John, Aehurst 244 175 Bryant, L. R., Kairangi, Palmerston North 200 263 Francis, P. G., Colyton 406 45° R. M., Palmerston North Frazer, James, Colyton 236 23' Bryant, 994 791 2266 Buick, David, Palmerston North 2280 2132 Fry, J. H., Pungaiwi, Feilding 2061 Buick, Helen, Jackeytown, Longburn 815 600 Gardner Brothers, Ashurst 1441 Nil Bull, C., Aorangi, Feilding 6050 5270 Gardner, W. S., Palmerston North 1702 1176 Bunn, H. W., Colyton 298 296 Gardner, W. S., Highfields, Palmerston N.... 757 Burnaeister, Joachim, Palmerston North 690 660 Gardner, W. S., Kahutenawa, Palmerston N. 250 Burnett, C. H., Colyton 400 22 Garlick, James, Colyton 1099 414 Burrell, Henry, Feilding >3°7 '377 Garlick, J. H., Colyton 100 Nil Burrell, Hugh, Feilding 47° 437 Garrity, Peter, Awahuri 40 8 Burrell, Percy, Feilding 2062 1692 Gaekin, Geoige, Palmerston North ■5° 141 Burton, Mrs. C., Reading, Colyton '95 Gawith, W. S., Palmerston North 579 539 Byrne, Cornelius, Palmerston North 295 296 Gernsehkat, W., Hiwinui 337 33° Caldwell, F., Linton 1196 984 Gieson, M., The Willows, Feilding '43 Callesen, Hans, Longburn 334 347 Gilbert, Thomas, Laurel Bank, Haleombe ... 160 '43 Callingham, T. Stanway, Halcombe 350 Gillies, Hugh, Palmerston North 46 460 R., 3.84 Linton 61 Cameron, William, Linton 161 196 Gledhill, A., Nil Campbell, Andrew, Awahuri 284 73 Goldfinch, Arthur, Feilding 400 480 Campbell, Farquhar, Feilding 255 254 Goodbehere, Edmund, Feilding 50 Campbell, John, Taonui '537 1470 Gore, Mrs. Emily, Palmerston North 90 C. E., Ashurst 412 435 Gordon, Duncan, Palmerston North 670 722 Capper, and Son, Feilding Carey, R. O. E., Taonui 1089 954 Gorton Springfield, 704 Carr, Charles, Halcombe 53° Nil Gould, John (Lethbridges), Feilding •58 Carr, Ernest, Stanway 643 5' 2 Gould, Wm., Makino 90 93 Chamberlain, Thomas, Longburn 80 3' Gower, Alfred, Palmerston North 833 Nil Christensen, H. J., Ashurst 180 200 Gower, J. A., Palmerston North ■ ... 605 385 Christensen, Jeus, Palmerston North 453 35O Grant, Mre. Elizabeth, Bunnythorpe 400 400 Churcher, Elizabeth, Feilding 87 85 Gray Brothers, Linton 700 Clapperton,'F. E., Linton 900 828 Gray, Alexander, Colyton 699 681 Clarkson, J. B., Palmerston North 39 20 Gray, Samuel, Colyton 897 777 Clissold, Frederick, Yeatton, Colyton 661 Nil Green, George, Palmerston North 830 150 Cobb, Robert, Raukawa, Palmerston North 975 210 Green, Matthew,Stanway 1159 1080 Coker, Thomas, Ashurst 895 945 Greenhow, W., Aehurst Road, Bunnythorpe 93' 845 J. H. O., Colyton 894 75° Greer, S., Palmerston North 989 900 Colby, L., Raumai 160 Collins, E. W., Palmerston North 900 8.7 Grieve, H. Nil Palmerston North Grove, C. W., Palmerston North 180 Nil Conlan, J. F. P., 689 994 62 Conway, Alex., Colyton 856 Nil Groves, Richard, Mangaonoho 380 Coombs, William, Hill Fa»-m, Palmerston N. 5000 3400 Guy, Joseph, Stanway 400 600 Coombs, William,Rata Farm, Palmereton N. 3463 3'35 Hall, R. L. V., Raumai 3° 20 Coombs, William, Tuiroa, Palmerston North 1300 1500 Hamapiri Arahori, Halcombe 300 355 Feilding Hankings, J. H., Palmerston North 33 24 Coote, C. H., Wavertree, 2300 412 Halcombe Cornfoot, Henry, Greenlea, Haleombe 1954 2120 Hansen, H. H., Mount Begg, 320 400 Cornfoot, Henry, Silverton, Halcombe 1697 '57° Hansen, Harry, Colyton 312 308 Samuel, Halcombe 122 Cotter, John, Aehurst 8427 6808 Harman, '55 North 20 Crabb, Charles, Halcombe 300 32 9 Harris, John, Palmerston 10 Monavale, Stanway Hart, Herbert, Ashurst 70 97 Craine, Edward, 870 846 North Crozier, David, Pukerangi, Linton 414 394 Hartley, Henry, Palmerston 798 900 Cull, Caleb, Hiwinui 422 256 Haselden, F. M., Ashurst 37° Nil Road, Palmerston 200 Currie, Robert, Fenwick Estate, Ashurst ... 143 263 Hayward, W., Aorangi N. 600 Currie, Robert, jun., Bunnythorpe 348 3°5 Hazell, William, Bunnythorpe 3*4 296 53 H.—23.

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No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 18(18.

Heappey, Joseph, Haloombe 248 1093 Matheson, Duncan, Bunnythorpc 474 375 Henaghan, M., Stoney Creek, Palmerston N. 194 Matheson, Murdoch, Longburn 7.6 648 Henry, Matthew, Palmereton North . Nil 2IOO Matheson, Roderick, Palmerston North 38 Nil Henson, James, Bunnythorpe 774 Maxwell, W., Bunnythorpe 5°° 487 Hewitt, Captain, Palmereton North 37 63 44' 1 McAdam, George, Palmerston North ■85 Hills, G. W., Hiwinui 353 282 McCarthy, Jeremiah,Linton 65; Nil Hills, J L., Hiwinui S6j 556 MeOarty, George, Palmereton North 5° 130 Hitchnian,. George, Feilding 379 280 McCrea, J. A., Tokirangi, Marton 1700 >3'4 Hodder, T. E., Kaurre, Lougburn 932 496 MacDonald, John L., Halcombe 49° 708 Hokinga te Whina, Oroua Bridge 100 '5° McEwen, A. H., Longburn 450 5>S Holden, Louis, Ridgelands, Glenwood 1582 1300 McEwen, David, Longburn 458 42.3 Holland, Henry, Bunnythorpe 298 275 McEwen, GK T., Longburn 627 727 Hoist, 0., Palmerston North '53 Nil McEwen, Henry, Netherly, Longburn 716 660 „ J Hone Tana, Haloombe 25 53 McHardy Brothers, Palmereton North 1658 Honore, A., jun., Palmerston North 1096 1118 McKenzie, Mrs. Colin, Aehuret 400 jj 4°o Honore, Jacques, Palmerston North 287 Nil McKenzie, Kenneth,Greenhaugh, Palmerston 976 ■MS Hopkirk, R. H., Ashurst 557 365 McLeavey Brothers, Airlie, Ashuret I1 650 Horn, R. W. P., Palmerston North 99 33 McLennan, John, Rangatawa, Halcombe 1906iI '779 Humphrey, John, Fielding 192 187 McLeod, J. and M., Aehurst 400 484 Hurley, John, Kairanga, Palmerston North... 300 300 McNie, M., Halcombe 100 Nil Jackson, James, Linton 291 Nil McRae, Flinders S., Palmerston North 1222 842 Jacobs, Henry, Colyton 496 92 Mends, George, Awahuri 25' James, Mrs. J. A., Stanway 800 800 Mexted, Jesse, Colyton 211 Nil James, T. P., Stanway 800 900 Meyrick, A. G., Ramsbury, Glenwood '35° 1481 Jansen, Christian, Bunnythorpe '35 1 '593 Mika Hakaraia, Halcombe 121 .36 Jarrold, David, Aehurst 200 Nil Mildon, George, Kairanga, Palmerston North 700 900 Jefferies, F., Bunnythorpe 798 427 Millen, Charles, Colyton 100 I 500 Jefferies, H. C, Springfield, Colyton 800 696 Millen, Charles, Glenbierne, Colyton 500, Jefferies, John, Bunnythorpe '75° Millen, David, Coly ton 700 603 Jefferies, John,Bunnythorpe 339° 1950 Millen, Gibson, Colyton 55° Jensen, Hans, Springlands, Ashurst 360 <97 Millner, G., Stan way 2700 1782 Jones, H. P., Haleombe 6510 '777 Miilner, Stephen, Kapaki, Halcombe >3i3 1470 Juge and Morrison, Palmerston North 263 Milson, Robert, Palmerston North "715 668 Kearins, J , Kairanga, Palmerston North 200 300 Milson, Robert, Palmerston North 1087 Keeble, C. T., Longburn 420 Mitchell, John, Porirua 77° 500 Kelsall, Joseph, Ashurst 926 987 Mitchell, William, Ardalea, Oolyton 599 542 Kelso, John, Palms, Makino 996 Mitchell, William, Pohangina, Colyton 1090 Nil Kendall, F. and E., Palmerston North 438 57' Mitchell, William, Pukeroa, Colyton 533 Nil Kendall, George, Ruth Farm, Palmerston N. 1594 1533 Moffatt, William, Leady, Ashuret 182 Kendall, W. P., Palmerston North 748 1118 Monrad, D. and O., Karere, Longburn '583 '399 Kennard, John, Linton 300 258 Moody, M. A., Linton 387 387 Kerete Kanara, Marton 200 203 Morris, Henry, Palmerston North 56 Nil Kilsby, Henry, Palmereton North 700 Mortensen, Hans, Peilding 232 196 Kilsby, Tliomas, Palmerston North 600 Munro, John,Linton 520 600 King, Solomon, Awahuri 212 Munro, R. J., Palmerston North •233 990 Kirkpatrick, Robert, Palmerston North 264 94 Murphy, John, Colyton 300 400 Knight, A. P., Palmerston North 800 Nil Murphy, M., Colyton 400 300 Knight, John, Palmerston North 800 Nil Nathan, F. J.,Kairanga, Palmerston North... 1970 1800 Knight, Thomas, Palmerston North 900 1000 Nathan, J. C, Palmerston North 21 28 Knight, William, Palmerston North 75° 1290 Neilsen, Rasmus, Darthill, Halcombe 669 684 Lancaster, S. R., Palmereton North 384 208 Newdick, John, Stoney Creek, Palmerston ... 250 196 Lancaster, Thomas, Palmerston North 458 379 Newell, C., Glenwood 344 3'3 Lance, H. P., Bushlands, Haleombe 1398 1427 Newman, H. F., Palmerston North 625 580 Lane, B. N., Gatcombe, Haleombe 2198 2325 Newman, Otto, Palmerston North 594 583 Larsen, Hanna, Linton 182 142 Ngaparaki, Marton 400 400 Lassen, Las, Bunnythorpe 389 2 55 Ngapiki, Halcombe 100 80 Leigh, J. M., Palmerston North 1008 Nicol, Thomas, Ashurst 807 798 Lemon, Dr. C, Tua Paka, Palmerston North 1091 1191 Nielsen, Anders, Fitzherberl., Palmerston ... 433 460 Lewis, B. M., Colyton 1142 1050 Nielsen, Christian, Stanway 3> Nil Linton, F. R., Linton 160 1210 Nilsson, John, Colyton 787 5S8 Linton, Robert, Woodlawn, Haleombe 2339 1270 O'Donoghua, N., Fitzherbert, Palmerston N. '32 Little, Hudson, Bunnythorpe .48 75 O'Louglin and Satchell, Palmerston North ... 295 485 Lloyd, Richard, Stony Creek, Palmerston N. 327 400 Olsen, Nels, Kairanga, Palmerston North ... 400 Lovelock Brothers, Palmerston North 400 39° Olseon, C. P., Bunnythorpe 393 762 Lovelock, J.W., Palmerston North 200 290 Orr, D. M., Ashurst 7'5 Luxford, S. W., Palmerston North 534 308 Orr, John, Asliurst 3'7 399 Lynch, Daniel, Palmerston North 200 Nil Osborne, William, Asliurst 549 597 Lynch, John, Tokomaru 408 '93 Osborne, W., Pine Grove, Palmerston North 600 Macfarlane, James, Lochaber, Hunterville ... 500 Nil Page, William, Halcombe 207 Mackay, James, Feilding 2051 235' Palmer, Gideon, Colyton 262 260 Mair, W., Ferndale, Hiwinui 300 200 Parkins, Thomas, Palmerston North 200 76, Malone, James, Glenwood 5° 62 Parr, George, Palmerston North 297 596 Managh, C, Haleombe 1097 859 Parsons, Charles, Marton 1200 991 Managh, James, Haleombe 55° 694 Parsons, Joseph, Plaietow, Marton 698 ' 390 Manson, Donald, Palmerston North 631 923 Pascal Brothers, Beaulieu, Palmerston 2920 Nil Manson, Miss J., Edinkillie, Palmerston N. 1141 1172 Pask, James, Makino 398 35° Manson, Thomas, Treesbank, Palmerstcn N. 1087 873 Pearce, W. G., Colyton 878 745 Manson, William, Cluny Hills, Palmerston N. 5850 45°4 Pearson, Mrs. S., Makino 282 218 Manson, William, Cluny Park, Paltnereton N. 963 >565 Peddie, Thos., Colyton 2000 3321 Marshall, Isaac, Stanway '38 96 Pedersen, N., Palmerston North 464 474 Marshall, Thomas, Birch Glen, Stanway 60O 57° Petersen, H. P., Stanway 365 290 Martin, Mere, Haleombe 5° Petersen, Jens, Ashurst 282 270 Masters, W., Bunnythorpe 865 755 Petersen, Jens, Stanway 380 296 Matheson, Dugald, Palmerston North 420 258 Petersen, P., Palmereton North 400 300 EL—23. 54

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Petersen, P. A., Halcombe 25 Nil Smith, R. S., Wairakau, Palmerston North... 593 [215 Pharazyn, C, Makino 8842 10418 Smith, T. J., Woodlands. Colyton 1807 Pharazyn, Charles, Marapuna, Makino 345' 3205 Smitli, T. J., Glenorchy, Colyton 423 Phillips, John,Feilding 895 840 Sobye, William, Linton 37 2 342 Philpe, Gt. A., Rongotea 1O44 Nil Sorensen, M. P., Bunnylhorpe 578 490 Pleasants, O. 0., Strathendrie, Halcotnbe ... 2269 Sorrenson, Berger, Palmerstou North 500 108 Pleasants, Owen, Colyton 1727 1592 Speedy, D. H., Palmerston North 564 479 Powell, Edward, Bunnythorpe 116 Nil Spenee, George, Makino 38' Powell,H., Linton 354 257 Stace, A. R., Peach Grove, Palmerston N. ... 600 59° Power and Bussell, Colyton "572 1129 Stace, T. W.,Willow Lake, Palmerston N. ... 64 100 Pratt, J. E. F., Adderstone, Palmereton N.... 2133 1824 Stallard, W. S., Palmerston North 304 300 Prendergast, G-arrett, Colyton 270 Nil Standen, Samuel. Palmerston North 25 '87 Prendergast, Sir James, Palmerston North ... 9892 11000 Stevens, Robert, Palmerston North [ 100 '45° Preston, W. B., Palmerston North .96 Still, T. W., Pononga, Palmerston North ... 3000 2918 Prouse, David, Longburn 86 Nil Stubbington, R., Makino 8; 7° Pudney, R. L., Colyton "633 1623 Stubbs, James, Palmerston North 582 551 Pudney, Stephen, Colyton 223 Nil Stubbs, William, Stubfold, Palmerston North 667 799 Puklowski, R. & J.,Bourke Frn., Palmerslon N. 100 Suisted, George, Hiwinni ' 5 1 9 Puklowski, William, Feilding 159 180 Sutherland, Daniel, Makino 46 Nil Purkiss, Charles, Feilding 74' Nil S-therland, Saundere, and Co., Palmerston N. 1472 1445 Quarrie, James, Halcombe 400 545 Tainati Ropiha, Oroua Bridge '25 128 Randolph and Walker, Palmerston North ... 77> 495 Tanner, Robert, Kairanga, Longburn 254 Nil Rankin, W., Linwood, Linton 1500 1582 Tanner, Robert, Jackeytown, Longburn 580 656 Ranson, G. M., Nikau, Bunnythorpe 1889 1268 Te Hakaraia, Karara, Halcombe 160 284 Rasmussen, Peter, Halcombe 97 9/ Teieti, Awahuri '5° Nil Rathbone, William, Colyton 1500 1720 Tews, Frederick, Palmerston North 295 Nil ...' ' Ravenhill, G-. W., Ashton, Palmereton N. 171 Nil Thebridge, F. A., Halcombe 589 477 Reid, D. and R. M , Stanway 690 378 Thebridge, Francis, Colyton 432 270 Reid, John, Ariwore, Longburn 154' Thomas, Daniel, Woodbank, Hiwinui 577 697 Reid, William, Makino 1000 800 Thompson Brothers, Awahuri 2472 Relf, S. J.,Palmerston North 386 479 Thompson Fairfield, Feildihg 1000 Remnant, William, Colyton 593 59° Thompson, William, Ashurst 160 Nil Rendall, Archibald, Colyton 358 Thorby, F., Stanway 700 705 Revell, F. H., Rongotea 300 Nil Thornley, ¥. R., Colyton 200 395 Rewai te Euakiri, Halcombe 130 160 Tinning, James, Marton 919 890 Reweti Kuti, Kakariki, Halcombe 100 300 Toa Rangitira, Karaka, Halcombe 80 Nil Richardson, Frederick, Greatford ... J 1081 75° Tosswill, R. D., Apiti 267 Nil Richardson, Mrs. A., Longburn 94 112 Towers, J. H., Taonui 1000 200 Richardson, SydneT, Longburn 18 ■3 Tremewen, Daniel, Makino 392 361 Riddiford, D. G., Burnside, Halcombe 54 25 5247 Turnbuli, Geo., Colyton 2374 1689 Riddiford, E. J.,Longburn (Hutt) 2783 4017 Turner, S. R,, Feilding 1 200 73° Riddiford, E. J., Mungaone, Longburn 1488 947 Vos, F. W. (executors), Halcombe 56 49 Riddiford, E. J., Taonui, Longburn 0 ... 932 3 Voes, Carl, Halcombe 68 75 Robbie, J.,Bunnythorpe 959 782 Voss, M-, Longburn 39 3 361 Robert and Clifford, Palmerston North 447 592 Waldegrave, 0. E., Palmerston North '965 1829 Rogers, William, Bunnythorpe 352 194 Waldegrave, H. R., Palmerston North 604 500 Rogers, W. J., Palmerston North 407 500 Walker, C.W., Palmerston North 1742 1900 Roots, B. W., Stanway 106 Walker, D. D., Flodden, Bunnythorpe 34° 290 Rose, John, Colyton 34° 503 Walker, James, Longburn 43 Nil Row, John, Longburn 55° Nil Wallis, Lionel, Palmerston North 2'57 1918 Row, W. J.,Elberfield, Longburn 170 208 Ward, George, Linton 400 448 Rowland, David, Longburn 588 571 Ward, G. J., Linton 5°° 300 Rowlands, William, Palmerston North 999 1184 Warne, Charles, Ashurst 566 349 Rowling, Thomas, Hiwinui 348 495 Waters, Alex., Park Vale, Ashurst 399 381 Rumble, G. S., Ashurst 5° Waugh,W., Sunnyside, Palmerston North ... 395 1179 Russell, A. and H., Te Matai, Palmerston N. 3270 3070 Welch, William, Palmerston North 130 '45 Rutherford, D. H., Manson's, Cunningham's 650 625 Wheeler, G. C, Stanway, Halcombe 2000 1800 Rutherford, D. H., Remanui, Cunningham's 5°8 Nil Wheeler, Leslie, Feilding 723 524 Rutlcdge, Alexander, Awahuri 900 Wiari Rawiri, Kakiriki, Halcombe 200 Ryan, M. C, Colyton 947 495 Wiggins, John, Palmerston North 102 204 Ryman, James, Kairanga, Palmerston 296 250 Wilcox, John, Awahuri 423 Nil Sandilands, W. A., Tawanui, Feilding 132 100 Wilks, Rev. George, Feilding 347 299 Sanson, Samuel, Aorangi, Awahuri 600 419 Williamson, J. C, Ashurst ■23 130 Sanson, S. J., Awahuri 385 395 Wilson, H. C, Tawera, Stanway 4749 3229 Saunders, Joseph, Awahuri 2498 2992 Wilson, H. C, jun., Waituna West 382 Nil Schmidt, J. L., Halcombe 98 394 Wingate, John, Palmerston North 384 282 Searle, George, Palm Grove, Ashurst 1092 Wiscunewsky, Mrs. Moniki, Palmerston N.... 28 Nil gent, Henry, Palmerston North 455 476 Wisehnewsky, L., Palmerston North ■58 Setter, Kas'par, Palmerston North 62 61 Wisehnowsky, Carl, Habombe 80 60 Shepherd, »., Hiwinui 367 290 Woodman, Robert, Colyton 300 406 Shere, J. C, Linton 351 Woodroofe, George, Palmerston North 98 62 Shortall, Thomas, Colyton 1256 1000 Wratt, J. McA., Taonui 40 25 Shute, Deane, Ashurst I2 57 Wrightson, B., Glenwood 20 Nil Siddells, W. L., Palmerston North 100 Young, C. J., Linton 300 300 Silson C. H., Linton 42 Nil Young, R. E., Colyton 948 763 Simpson, G. B., Byker, Colyton 577 485 Younger, George, Makino 2000 2000 Simpson, John, Lee's Line, Fielding 592 289 Sixtus, E. F., Ashurst 21 '7 375.O9O 366,676 Skerman and Podevin, Palmerston North ... 1700 1694 I Skerman, James, Palmerston North 57° 620 KIWITEA COUNTY Slack, Mrs. C. S., Palmerston North 170 ■65 (In Rangitikei Subdivision). Small, John, Ammondale, Palmereton North 3° Abbiss, A. J. and A., Brookdale, Waituna W. 57° 910 Smith, D. L., Palmerston North 90 293 Aokerman, J. G., Waituna West 199 282 Smith, Edward, Colyton ... ! 659 604 Agang, Thos., Pakihikura 787 600 55 H.—23. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST— continued. No. of Sheep on j No. ofS ieep on April 30, April 30. April 30, April 30, I 1897. 1898. I 1897. 1898.

280 Ahlers, Julius, Rangiwahia IS6 Cunningham, "W. 0., Cunningham's 98 Mangaweka 93 Davies, R. Gγ., Waituna West •■5 Alexander, A. M., Granham, ... 114 Cheltenham 2662 Fowler's S62 710 Davies, J. R., Penbryn, 2320 Alford, P. J., Kawhatau, Arndt, Robert, Rangiwahia 7i • 97 Deighton Brothers, Mangaweka... 224 Rangiwahia 100 Densham, H. D., Ardleigh Waituna West ... 1/32 2077 Arndt, Teadon, Hinau 1816 A. H., Pakihikura 957 1in Deroles, John,Wairenga, 1672 Atkinson, GHen Fowler's 2I IO Baer, Peter, Waituna West 45° Dick, Alfred, Warlock, 1850 Kiwitea 886 Doak, David, Mangawaka •5° Bailey, W. H., 486 Kuahine u6 Bailey, W. L., Te .Vlatai, Fowler's 500 610 Dobson, James, Fairleigh, Fowler's Dowdle, Prank, Cheltenham 243 348 Bainbridge, George, 696 73 Hunterville Baker, William, Oolyton 900 Nil Downie, Alexander, >&3 204 Woodstock, Kiwitea Dunbar Alexander, Fowler's 477 274 Banks, W. D. M., 609 93° Ruahine Barnes and Stevenson, Ruahine 182 Dunham, John, 90 140 226 Barnes, and Roper, Sandon Block 568 765 Barrett, Edwin, Mangarimu 73° 126 Kiwitea Ellison, George, Sandon Block 9' Barrow, Alfred, 400 400 the Pakihikura 6 Kiwitea England, C. F. K., Knoll, ... '33 1482 Barrow, Frtnk, 394 294 Fowler's Barrow, James, Kiwitea 597 697 Fanthorpe, James, 196 190 253 Faukauser, C, Rangiwahia 326 39° Barrow, John, Kiwitea 263 Rangiwahia Nil Barrow, Robert, Kiwitea 485 363 Fawcett, Thomas, 185 Fenton, T. G., Ruahine 27 20 Bates, U. H., East Weare, Hunterville 830 266 286 Bathe, William, Springdale, Fowler's 493 45° Fitton, Matthew, Cunningham's Hinau, Marton Fitzherbert, A. F., Norbury, Pakihikura ... 900 Nil Beckett, R. E., 3827 4697 Waituna West 273 A. F., Halcombe 198 Forster, Gustav, 492 Behrent, Fowler, Hilton, Thorngrafton, Fowler's 5,8 479 Behrent, F. L., Halcombe 20 668 Peep-o'-Day, 55° Franklin, H., Pakihikura >°34 Bell, Wm., Fowler's 643 Bonnyview, Waituna West... Bensemann, C. G. H., Fowler's 462 Nil Fraser, Robert, 594 787 French, Pemberton 6 J. Waituna West 718 618 F. B., Hinau, S9 593 Bensemann, A., and Son, Ruahine 273 282 Bensemann, J. H., Apiti 250 •95 Frost, James, Waituna West Galbraith, Robt., Kawatau 66 100 Beneemann, J. H., 246 140 Rangiwahia 656 Blunden, G. W., Peep o' Day, Fowler's ... 180 25 Galpin, A. N., 5>5 88 Geange, Mrs. Clara, Apiti 39 Nil Bochnig, Robert, Green Vale, Fowler's 162 Nil Boggiss, Hales, Fowler's 292 Nil Gerke, Charles, Fowler's 94 '73 Boshier, Arthur, Mangarimu 300 300 Gerke, F. J.,Fowler's Boshier, Walter, Rangiwahia 580 557 Gibson, William, Kiwitea 566 486 Godfrey, W. R., Cunningham's 1640 '933 Bourke, James, Rangiwahia 204 Nil Cleveland, Turakina 2700 2200 Gordon, J. C, Pine Farm, Cuningham's 438 Bowen, James, J.,Waituna West 555 197 Bracelin, J., and Son, Cunningham's 667 343 Gordon, W. Fowler's 16 Gould, John,Apiti 465 292 Brazier, James, 900 1050 and Wotton, Lippelts, Pemberton Gower, B , WaitunaWest Brewster 1500 1400 and Waituna West 1100 and Wotton, Pakihihi, Pemberton 2520 2430 Gower Grice, 250 Brewster and Connell's, Waituna 440 Thomas, Ruahine 178 189 Gower Grice, North Britton, J., Pemberton 400 397 Brown, Alexander, Fowler's 3°9 355 Grant, A. Nil Gray, Herbert, Fairfield, Fowler's 584 Brown, Patrick, Hunterville 30 682 Turakina 595 Green, Andrew, Makino 842 Brown, Peter, Epworth, Crofton Cheltenham 1490 Green, John, (Rangiwahia), 353 Bruce, John, 1891 J. H., Midlands, Waituna West 600 377 Bruce and Burrell, Glenmore, Cheltenham... 650 1000 Grice, Pemberton Groom, Charles, jun., Pakihikura 196 Bryce, John, Kiwirangiora, 954 1415 Ruahine Fowlers Guthrie, D. H., Hillside, 699 Bryce, John. Makonui, 7' 39 437° Waituna West 682 Buchanan, Neil, jun., Hunterville 6S7 690 Guylee, J., Ashdene, 726 Hair Brothers, Manawanui, Waituna West... 520 774 Buchanan andLevett, Mayfield, Cunningham s 3070 2920 Hall Brothers, Pakihikikura ■75 200 Buckrell, Herbert, Pemberton 410 355 600 Nil Burne, Hy., Apiti 300 34° Hall, Samuel, Fowler's Fowler's 290 Hamilton, Robert, Kawatau 2>3 310 Burne, J. W., Fair View, Kawatau 100 Fowler's 466 740 Hammond, F. W., Burne, Richard, Ohingaiti 400 Calvert, J. Rata 4995 Hammond, H. H., E., Te Reu Reu, 2000 Cameron and McGregor, Te Ruae, Hinau ... 2477 2378 Hammond, John, Rata Waituna W. 323 292 Hammond, J. R., Mangaweka 760 1900 Camplin, Luther, Marton 1020 Homecroft, Rangiwahia 204 204 Hammond, John, Richmond, •635 Carey, Joseph, Marton 1200 West 500 655 Hammond, John, Balmoral, 970 Carman, S. J.,Waituna Hammond, Richard, Ohingaiti 2935 2270 Carter, R. H., Fowler's 295 Nil W. E., Grovedale, Fowler's 1261 920 Hancock, Robert, Rangiwahia 87 141 Chamberlain, ... Hare Daniel, Waituna West... 1051 Christenaen, Ludvig, Fowler's 345 Brothers, and J. C, Waituna West '395 Nil Christensen, Peter, Fowler's 245 240 Hare, 162 Harris, J. G., Fowler's 395 Nil Christians, H. C, Mangaweka Waituna Kiwitea 497 Nil Haycock, Ernest, Tapuae, W. H7 ■52 Church, G. P., C, 743 Churcher, Apiti '3° Nil Haythorne, E. Fowler's 691 George, Hayward, S. J.,Apiti 21 Clapham, Walter, Kiwitea 1 140 940 Waituna West Heayns, Thomas, Cheltenham 421 400 Clare H. P., Glenmore, 400 700 Kiwitea 600 J. 8., Rangiwahia 297 34° Hedges, A. W., S85 Clark, Hedges, A. and W., Kiwitea 454 Nil Clarkson, Benjamin, Mangaweka 7' '53 Hunterville 234 Hewitt, Henry, the Glen, Mangarimu 39° 395 Cole, D. M., Pennar, 336 Berkeley, Sandon Block 480 Thomas, Kawatau 138 196 Hockley, A. M., ... 398 Cooper, Hockley, F. F., Sandon Block 387 346 Coote, C. H., (Waituna), Feilding 1931 1568 Rutherglen, Waituna West... 653 1238 Hodge, H. K., Te Owhanga, Fowler's 630 720 Cornfoot, Geo., James, Pemberton 334 335 Cornish, T. S., Scoble, Cunningham's 682 478 Hodge, 1061 Hogg, J. T. W., The Mairiea, Mangarimu ... 599 1307 Corpe, Joseph, Cheltenham 840 Fowler's Nil Kiwitea 800 808 Holland, M. T., 394 Corry, Mrs. Annie, Sandon Block Kiwitea 57° 554 Holloway, John, 96 '34 Corrv, James, Holmes, H., Fowler's 120 374 Cossey, Mre. Elizabeth, Fowler's 253 229 Fowler's 773 Nil G., Fowler's 559 Nil Horner, F. A., Kynsham, Cowan, C. and Howell, G. R., Tomkins, Waituna W. 600 900 Crabb, H., Rewa Rewa, Rewa 2006 1210 E. Wm., Waituna West 200 100 Crabb, Hugh, Waituna West 675 Nil Howell, Ailsa, Hunterville Hughes, R. J., Spring Bank, Rangiwahia ... ■63 Craig, J.K., Hullten, Martin, Ruahine roo Craig, Robert, Brooklands, Hunterville 965 .63 9—H. 23. H.—23. 56

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April 30, April30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Hunt, H. H., Pern G-rove, Mangaonoho 457 Nil Morton, William, Fowler's 593 55° Hyde, James, Fowler's 5>5 Nil Moss, H. S., Fowler's 170 Nil Irwin, Edward, Makino 192 200 Munday, William, Fowler's 287 371 Jackson, Ellen and G. B., Ruahine ... ! 595 59° Munro, Thomas, Mangaweka 1132 Jacob, W. P., Kiwitea 1779 1974 Murray, J. H., jun., Waituna West 5650 4232 Jenkins, J. W., Mangapipi, Waituna West... 1720 >587 Neilson, Neil, Ruahine 118 "3' Jenkins, W. H., Woodstock, Fowler's ■54 407 Nesdale, Patrick, Glenesdale, Fowlev'e 393 355 Jensen, J.P., Te Rimu, Fowler's 20 Nil Northeott, John, Waituna "West 393 193 Jensen, N. C, Fowler's 97 86 O'Connor, Andrew, Rangiwahia 600 700 John, H., Waitapu, Fowler's 488 577 Old, Robert, Mangarimu 558 666 Johnston, J. C, Waituna W. 500 800 Oldershaw, R. B. H., Windarra, Cunningham's 800 Nil Johnston, J. R.. Kamano, Cheltenham 3299 '405 Oldham, J. G-., Cunningham's 1014 Nil Jolly, Mrs. B., Waituna W. 32 Oliphant, John, Cairngall, Fowler's 921 1182 Jones, William, Cheltenham 1815 MS 6 O'Neill and Sommerville, Waituna West ... 702 1072 Joughin, Wm., Stanway 204 192 Palmer, Edward, Fowler's 480 37° Keenan, James, Waituna West 559 796 Palmer, James, Waituna West 457 39° Kendall, Geo., Hinaa 281 369 Paul, John, Cunningham's 579 669 Kevern, M. C, Mangawaeroa, Waituna West 680 794 Paulin, W. J., Pukahu, Mangamako 482 424 Kidd, Alfred, Studley, Kiwitea 417 400 Pearoe, A. E., Konini, Waituna West 600 338 Kidd, George, Lalla Rookh, Kiwitea 1000 500 Pearce, L. F., Hunterville 383 391 Kidd, Robert, Kiwitea 421 397 Pearson, E. J. and S. F. W., Fowler's 720 Nil Kilgour, David, Kiwitea 964 684 Pearson, Frederick, Rangiwahia 92 99 Kilgour, D., and Sons, Kiwitea 698 Pemberton, C. L., Pemberton 710 ■°45 King and Anderson, Waituna West 1320 '"5 Femberton, E. W., Pemberton 677 717 Kinkead, Edward, Springfield, Rangiwahia... 284 38i Pemberton t F. H., Mirau, Pemberton 597 587 Knox, James, Fowler's ... 25 35 Pemberton, H. L., Pemberton 200 273 Koberstein Brothers. Pakihikura 1100 792 Perry, Mrs. A. J., Rhyani, Kiwitea 2418 '795 Krebs, F. Q-., Rangiwahia 60 104 Philps, John, Malvern Hills, Sandon Block... 5° 3° Kreger, Gustave, Silverhope 160 Philpe, W. H.,Willow Creek, Sandon Block 257 274 Laing, Andrew, Fowlers 92 Nil Phyn, W., Darkland, Cunningham's 5*7 560 Laird, G. L., Waituna West 752 Pickering, F. E., feilding 2100 1300 Larsen, Jens, Cunningham's 474 440 Poppe Brothers, Waituna West 1015 Leat, Harry, CWer Mead, Mangamako 180 200 Powell, John, Maranoa, Waituna West 779 881 Leicester, C. A., Waituna West 2690 2718 Prince, G-. E., Apiti 500 Nil Levett, C. A. J., Ratanui, Kiwitea 1297 1279 Pritchard, W. A., Waituna West 593 493 Levett, H. C, Fair View, Cunningham's ... 900 Nil Pussel, Frederick, Kaingara, Cunningham's... 400 355 Liddle, H. H., Apiti 250 Nil Pussel, Otto, Wairere, Cunningham's ... 102 Nil Line, William, Kiwitea 470 482 Radcliffe, Mrs. F. E. R., Mangaweka 146 '93 London, Chas., sen., Fowler's 180 208 Red, Joseph, Fowler's 697 788 London, John,Fowler's 96 94 Richards, G. R., Waiiti, Apiti 190 MacDonald, J. A., Waituna West 5'° 630 Richardson, George, Fowler's 425 425 Mackie, W. F., Mangamako 172 169 Riddiford, E. J., Cheltenham, Longburn 2283 1148 Maher, Joseph, Ohingaiti 67, 600 Robb, David, Ohingaiti 1150 1306 Malcolm, George, Apiti 377 382 Robinson, Thomas, Tapuae, Waituna West... 1587 1815 Manson, Miss I., Stanway 678 Rogers, J. L., Puke Iwi, Waituna West 265 160 Margesson, P. A.,Blendworth, Waituna West 1483 '563 Ross, A. H., Waituna West 91 Marine, J.P., Pevensey, Bunnythorpe 96 170 Ross, F. B., Ruahine 300 Marshall, W. S., Takapurau, Hinau 4400 4810 Rowles, Thomas, Fowler's 292 212 Martin Brothers, Rangiwahia 728 760 Rule, Mrs. M., Kangiwahia 231 Martin, James, Apiti 5' Nil Ruscoe Brothers, Rangiwahia 357 Nil McBeth, Albert, Glamis, Kiwitea 1276 400 Ruscoe, H. A., Rangiwahia 275 Nil McBeth, Albert, G-lendale, Kiwitea 600 Ruscoe, J.F., Rangiwahia 768 MeBeth, Duncan, Kiwitea 850 900 Saunders, A. G., Studley, Waituua West ... •65 198 McBeth, F. B., Kiwitea 1470 '37° Shannon, Mrs. A. S., Waituna West 250 285 McBeth, Robert, Cawdor, Fowler's H58 2910 Shannon, G. Y., Waitapu, Waituna West ... 4068 21 70 McBeth, W. F., Dalmeney Park, Kiwitea ... 1320 .650 Shannon, G. V., The Totaras, Stanway 2489 1626 McCartin, P., Mangaweka J02 78 Shapleske, Jacob, Fowler's 694 697 McClenaghan, John, Rangiwahia 294 454 Shaw, A. J., Ingleeide, Ruahiue 227 320 McCoard, W. J., Mangaweka 86 166 Shaw, W. J., Fowler's 879 1062 McCormick, Hugh, Ruahine 200 300 Sherlock, Charles, Fowler's 294 McDonald, Ronald, Mangamako 608 659 Short, Ernest, Parorangi, Waituna West ... 8335 8898 MeDougall, Robert, Waituna West 39 > 39° Sigley, Frank, Mangaweka 1000 McDougall, William, Dunolly, Waituna W.... 394 560 Signal and Ritchie, Peep-o'-Day, Fowler's ... 371 McDougall, W., jun., G-lendale, Waituna W. 34D 598 Sinclair, Donald, Cunningham's 290 292 McGregor, Ewen, Mangaonoho 5'36 4240 Sixtus, H. A. F., Ruahine 92 5°o McGregor, Gregor, Wild West, Hinau 400 422 Sornmerville, H. W., Peep-o'-Day, Fowler's 780 McGregor, Mrs. Lillie, Mangaonoho 3600 4140 Slatterley, M. and J., Fowler's 160 263 McKean, Thomas, Rangiwahia 130 543 Smith, P. C, Hunterville 1473 McKenzie, F. G., Apiti 395 Nil Smith, William, Mt. Pleasant, Sandou Block 298 53 McKenzie, Kenneth, Silverstream, Mangarimu 392 4°3 Smith, W. M., Waituna W. 248 214 McKinnon, Charles, Mangarimu 621 697 Spencer, Frank, Cheltenham 1210 1050 McNeil, John, Peep-o'-Day 585 888 Stanley, E. C, Fowler's 2050 2500 Meads, B. J.,Waipuru, Sandon Block 1025 Nil Stanley, W. F., Meadow Bank, Fowler's ... 1200 75° Meads, Z , Waipuru, Rata 840 Stansbury Brothers, Sandon Block 397 387 Meyer, J. C, Apiti I03 Stansbury, Leonard, Highgate, Fowler's 190 Nil Midford Brothers, Ruahine 766 6<5 Stansbury, O., Highgate, Fowler's 335 Midford, John, Marton 565 500 Stead, Mrs. Botille, Fowler's '43 163 Miller Brothers, Deepdale, Apiti 25 Nil Stent, Charles, Brookwood, Mangamako 37 262 Mills, William, Cheltenham 58. 347 Stent, Henry, Mangamako 295 250 Mitchell, William, Kiwitea 4.36 175 Stent, James, Brookleigh, Pemberton 396 505 Moffatt, Thomas, Rangiwahia '95 StephensonBrothers, Whitebrook, Hinau 488 772 Moore, Edwin, Mangarimu 1058 1400 Stewart, G. W., Cheltenham 17 Moore, Frederick, Moorfield, Fowlers '563 1202 Stewart, H. K., Kiwitea 58> 533 Morgan, Alex., Rangiwahia 300 660 Stewart, Mrs. R., Apiti '95 •83 57 H.—23,

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Stewart, Mrs. G-. M., Kiwitea 358 Campbell, Kenneth, Apiti '97 297 Stewart, W. K., Kiwitea 99 8 463 Carter, R. H., Fowler's 338 Still, William, Fowler's 66 4 5°4 Cawood, A. W., Apiti 43 97 Strawbridge, Samuel, Waituna West ... 192 97 Christensen, Peter, Fowler's 35° 310 Strawbridge, Tlios., Makino .. j 3°3 280 Chureher, Q-eorge, Whitecliffe, Apiti 140 Stretton, Walter, Peep-o'-Day 592 558 Clapham, T. J.,Apiti 383 500 Stuart, Alexander, Freefield, WaitunaWest .. I 190 200 Clark, J. W., Pohangina 242 S' 1 Stuart, R. J., Section 174, Cunningham's ... ■ 280 Clissold, Fred., Yeatton, Colyton 719 Stuart, B. J., Cunningham's 1050 719 Close, Thomas, Pohangina 386 496 Swainson, C. B., Waituna West 1462 1230 Cockburn, Hannah, Pohangina 392 Nil Tappin, William, Kiwitea * 338 249 Cocks, E. B., Apiti ■73 Nil Taylor, J. H., Makino 922 833 Colleson, Voile, Raumai '4 Nil Taylor, Peter, Hunterville 2tg 112 Collineon, Joseph, Pohangina 240 45° Taylor, B., jun., Woodlins, Cunningham's ... 343 371 Cornfoot, William,Forest Hill, Kiwitea 1088 1149 Taylor, T. R., Kiwitea 790 794 Cowan, C. and G., Fowler's 622 Thompson, W. H., Silvertree, Buahine 130 Cummerfield, E. H., Apiti 164 99 Thorns, W. A., Pakibikura 598 500 Curran, John, Colyton 93 Thorns, Edwin, Waituna, Marton 493 59° Curreen, J. P., Templemore, Fowler's 97 9 1 Tompkins, E. W., Mangaweka 9' Currie, D. D., Caves, Apiti 59 96 Travis, Charles, Castle Bock, Mangaweka ... 132 Currie, James, TJtuwai 180 Tucker, D. J., Valdibrae, Waituna West ... I 375 Nil Currie, John, TJtuwai 200 230 Vennell, F. H.. Rewa '475 Currie, J. and W., Makoura, TJtuwai 448 Nil Viles, W. J., Cheltenham 1392 582 Currie, Robert, Raumai 298 296 Vowles, Frederick, Stoekwood,Peep-o'-Day... 538 528 Currie, William, Makoura, Utuwai 194 Wallis, Joseph, Pine Grove, Waituna West 42 111 Curtles, Daniel, Apiti 93 53 Warren, William, Cunningham's 95 385 Curtis, W. G., Fowler's 228 274 Watson, Walter, Apiti 364 Nil Davis, D. and J. W., View Hill, Awahou ... ■63 252 Watt, Alexander, Mangarimu 522 440 Denton, M. J.,Denaby, Pohangina 228 39' Waugh, James, Sunny Bank, Fowler's 285 289 Denton, T. C, Colyton 460 400 Waugh, J. H., Fowler's 380 374 Dick, Alexander, Apiti 99 Waugh, Thomas, Primrose Terrace, Fowler's 292 244 Diekin, Herbert, Whareroa, Raumai 1106 1150 Whishaw, T. H., Monrina, Fowler's 589 461 Duncan, Q-eorge, Apiti 276 198 Whitehead, F. and A. E., Pakihikura 1188 1107 Eglinton, B. C, Pohangina 900 900 Wilhelm, E. EL, Cuningham's 300 200 Elkington, W. F., Pohangina, Cheltenham... 385 394 Wilhelm, H. J., Cunningham's 203 130 Elkington, W. F., Tosswill's, Cheltenham ... 43° Williams and Gemmell, Arapata, Waituna W. 9000 9012 Elliott, T. A., Apiti 100 Williamson, J. J. and S., Feilding 6400 4618 Field, a. A., Apiti 170 190 Wilson, H. C, Stanway 1679 Flavall, F. E., TJtuwai 233 288 Wilson, H. C., jun., Waituna West S.56 Fraser, Hugh, Woodlands, Komako 35° 45° Wilson, William, Apiti 467 Nil Gagern, Carl, Apiti 83 '34 Wood, Richard, Bewa 1500 1500 Gorringe, F. H. R., Manston, Pohangina ... 600 800 Wood. T. D., Pemberton 106; 1095 Q-orringe, F. H. R., McKenzie's, Pohangina... 700 Nil Woodman, Walter, Clifton, Cunningham's... 297 392 Q-raham, Samuel, Apiti 180 300 Woolford, W. J., Hunterville 191 188 Green, E. C, Ruahine, Ashurst 2 5O 296 Young, C. E., Fowler's 400 500 Greenhow and Hargreaves, Cliftdale, Apiti... 507 456 Grice, W. L., Cunningham's 750 Nil 255,771 258,07^ Grieve,W. E., Kershope, Raumai 851 960 Guy, F. S., Apiti ■83 142 POHANGINA COUNTY. Hall, Samuel, Fowler's 778 (In Bangitikei Subdivision.) Hall, W. A., Colyton 140 244 Acton, Walter, Raumai 408 I 200 Harrison, E. T., Colyton 968 1200 Aitken, John, Ashurst 380 Harrison, John, Pohangina 956 1543 Akers, Edwin, Raumai 1480 1348 Harrison, J. S., Colyton 592 481 Aldrich, A. S., Bunnythorpe 1587 2046 Harrison, Thomas, Ashurst 360 Alexander, W. R., Pohangina 200 Nil Haybittle, W. G., Hillsborough, Feilding ... 1292 997 Arbon, F. W., Ruahine, Komako 1350 j 109 Haynes, John,TJtuwai 70 96 Arbuckle, Alexander, Pohangina 295 396 Haynes, W. H., Apiti 7° 92 Armstrong and Holmes, Colyton 796 j 936 Haythorne, Mrs., Fowler's 190 Arthur, J. and A., Raumai 805 Haythorne, E. C., Pohangina, Fowler's 1200 55° Ashworth, W. G., Fowler's 983 "59 Hayward, S. J , Apiti 20 Nil Bailey, Henry, Colyton 450 500 Hazell, Joseph, Tetokinui, Colyton 480 495 Bailey, W. A. L., Taonui 800 Nil Haselden, F. M., Heteretini, Ashurst 455 Bainbridge, George, Tβ Rata, Fowler's 695 Hedges, W. W., Fowler's 592 Bavliss, (.1. T. S., Beehive Creek, Pohangina 498 573 Henaghan, Patrick, Colyton 478 497 Baynes, C H., Silverdale, Fowler's 324 447 Henson, Walter, Raumai 217 221 Beard, G. H., Ederdale, Fowler's 867 1300 Holland, M. T., Fowler's 395 Bell, Edward, Kirkby, Fowier's 791 690 Holley, Richard, Pohangina 83 108 Bell, G. E., Fowler's t>. 7 488 Hopkins, Ernest, Raumai 43° 778 Bellve, S., jun., Yellow Lees, Colyton 797 690 Hopkirk, A. jun., Ratanui, Raumai 825 727 Bennett, H. W., Riniunui, Apiti ... 284 290 Howie, David, Ravine Farm, Fowler's 690 789 Billett, George, Colyton 494 556 Hunt, G. H., Wide View, Raumai 377 383 Boddy, G. J., and William, Umutoi 347 Hunt, William, Diamond Farm, Raumai ... 296 '95 Bramley, William, Palmerston North 1060 1184 Irvine, W., Pohangina 294 290 Brandon, P. E. B., Pohangina ... j 121 235 Jackson, F. L., Pohangina, Palmerston N. ... 3°3 562 Bray, J. T., Colyton ... 320 Jefferies, F., Bunnythorpe 55° Breslin, Ben, Pohangina ... 300 294 Johnson, James, jun., Pohangina 456 494 Brown, A. P., Pohangina ... j '68 MS Johnson, John, Apiti 163 4°3 Brown, Francis, Rowallan, Colyton ... j 404 344 Johnson, W., Fowler's ■ 3'2 Brown, L. T., Colyton 493 456 Johnston, Dr. D., Feilding 863 998 Browne,R. H., Pobangina 1300 1300 Johnston, James, Makieke, Marton 2010 2400 Brown, R. W-, Glengarnock, Colyton 881 Johnson, James, Pohangina '52 264 Buckman, George, Apiti 20 Nil Jones, Henry, Raumai 67 Nil Burton, Mrs. C, Taonui Road, Colyton 116 Nil Jones, Thomas, Apiti 102 322 Burton, Richard, Apiti 786 860 Kerrigan, Patrick, Ashurst 467: 396 H—23. 58

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Leighton, J. and Or., Fowler's 3*4 444 Spumway, William, Apiti 189 I8 4 Little, G. E., Komako, Makino 300 Stanton, William, Pohangina 273 167 sen., Fowler's Stevens, Wm., Pohangina • 179 London, Charles, 298 340 194 London, W. 1.,The Bidgee, Fowler's 75 Il6 Stewart, Henry, Oolyton 456 2 95 Lucas Brothers, Pohangina 144 196 Stratton, John, Colyton "5 11 Lynch, J. J., Raumai ... 3°S 295 Taylor, Mrs. Mary, Colyton '5° Lyon, J. H., Pohangina 125 596 Taylor, Thomas, Colyton 650 640 MacBean, J. B., Glenluce, Apiti 536 Nil Thlein, August, Raumai no 94 Maedonald, Sarah, Eaumai 447 895 Thorns, C. E., Apiti 234 270 Mai, M. P., Pohangina 59 8 Tolly, Harry, Apiti 298 Martin, James, Apiti 353 Tong, W. H., Riverlands, Colyton 604 600 Mason, E. P., Biver Terrace, Kiwitea 309 198 Tong, W. H., The Elms, Colyton 679 1234 McColley, James, Colyton 384 354 Tyerman Brothers, Apiti 59 6 McConnell, P., Apiti 162 82 Varley, J. E. B., Woodbank, Apiti 480 200 McDowall, A. A., Eaumai 344 293 Vicary, William, Ferndale, Apiti 58 3° Mclntyre, Hugh, Makomako, Fowler's 365 885 Viles.'W. F., Colyton 600 McKenzie, F. G., Apiti 39° Wagstaff, A. A., Tawanui, Pohangina 257 366 MeLaehlan, John, Komako 997 1197 Walters, Alfred, Utuwai 200 300 McLeavey Brothers, Airlie, Ashuret 885 Nil Watson, Walter, Apiti 294 McMillin, Mrs. Jessie, Apiti 5° 37 Waugh, J. D., Apiti 38s Meehan, James, Glandasawn, Cheltenham ... 389 292 Wearne, Thomas, Komako 460 Melton, John,Apiti 54 400 Webb, W. H., Bell Hill, Apiti 479 481 Miere, August, Colyton 35° 286 Wellsted, W. E., Colyton 225 Miers, Wilhelm, Colyton 597 700 Wiekens, William, Raumai 364 357 Miller Brothers, Deepdale, Apiti 15 Wilks, W. G. A., Ashurst 656 Miller, F. A., Apiti 124 ■83 Wilkinson, J. W., Pohangina 152 202 Mitchell, William, (Pohangina), Colyton ... 1028 Williscroft, Alfred, Apiti 140 190 Moar, Simon, Pohangina 600 600 Wilson, John, Apiti 102 193 Moffat, William, Ashurst 161 Nil Wilson, William, Apiti 374 Mountgort and Betemeyer, Awahau, Ashurst 82 85 Wither, Richard, Apiti 360 506 Mowat, G. S., Apiti 257 250 Neilson, Charles, Amateur Farm, Pohangina 686 746 80,545 102,69; Nicholson, Thomas, Horoeka, Ashurst '93 Nil Nileeon, J. A., Pohangina 978 393 MANAWATU COUNTY. Oakley, W. T., Glenside, Colyton 925 >°43 (In Rangitikei Subdivision.) O'Hagen, Isaac, Clevedon, Apiti 46 286 Anion Brothers, Rongotea 960 1000 Oliver, Mrs. E. S, Komako 64! 1082 Bailey, J. A., Sanson 1853 1700 Oliver, H. W., Pohangina 232 Assets Realisation Board, Moutoa, Foxton ... 73'9 7796 Orr, D. M., Ashurst 917 Nil Barber, Henry, Himatangi, Palmerston North 7780 7000 Osborne, Hugh, Apiti 94 240 Barker, Robert. Gordon Brook, Feilding ... 980 Nil Ostberg, C, Apiti 160 172 Beale, Joseph, Rakana, Palmerston North ... 2400 3300 Palmer, Job, Awahou 1000 776 Beazer, Mark, Mangaone, Feilding 1500 Patterson, C. F., Pohangina 99 Bishop, R. W., Sanson 315 354 Pawson, J. F., Flam Farm, Apiti 7 NiP Boness, G, Feilding 140 141 Pawson, W. H., Apiti 10 Boswell, Ralf, Rongotea 598 393 Phillpots, F. G. H., Wilderness, Komako ... 787 860 Botteher, H. C, Rongotea '4 14 Phillpot.ts and Gorringe, Pohangina 800 Bowater, James, Sanson ■85 '94 Pollock, John, Colyton 95° 1174 Bowater, Mrs. H., and J. H. J., Sanson 1500 1100 Port, Bichard, jun.,Pohangina 246 Bowe, Thomas, Moutoa 349 Port, Kichard, sen., Pohangina 958 921 Briscoe, A. H., Kaweriri, Awahuri 2166 1400 Port, William, Baumai 278 Nil Broadbelt, Alfred, Rongotea 120 62 Poulsen, J. G., Baumai 9' 360 Broadbelt, Joseph, Rongotea 30 Nil Power, Michael, Eaumai 76 200 Brookie, F. C, Parawanui 384 280 Prince, G. E., Apiti 1000 Brookie, William, jun., Sanson 868 67. Purnell, G. H., Apiti 56 Bull, James, Pukenui, Bull's 4671 4007 Eea, J. S., Apiti 5° 81 Burne, William, River Bank, Carnarvon 603 928 Eed, William, Apiti 190 3 95 Burr, Amos, Moutoa 52 Nil Bichards, F., and Co., Mt. Biehards,Pohangina 2800 3376 Cameron, Thomas, Bull's 900 900 Bichards, Mrs., Pohangina 58 Nil Clark, T. P., Kaimatarau, Rongotea 5995 6448 Boberts, John, Baumai 272 Clune, Thomas, Oroua Downs 204 186 Boberts, Bichard, Baumai 418 494 Costall, James, Boston Farm, Rongotea 545 580 Boss, F. M, Waipuke, Pohangina 275 Couper, F. G. G., Rongotea 5794 5676 Eoberts, Thomas, Eaumai 597 398 Dalton, John, Rongotea 125 8 Bumble, G. S., Ashurst 45 Nil, Davis, W., Te Rakau, Rongotea 2400 2099 Butherford, D. H., Cunningham's 346 Dear, George, Taipo Bush, Awahuri '575 1484 Eutherford, Walter, Kiwitea 496 500 Derham, E. J. H., Rongotea 805 Savell, Samuel, Pohangina 109 153 Oermer, Arthur, Clpverdene, Feilding ■5° 50 Schmiedt, Eeinhold, Fowler's 75 - 54 Donald, James, Bainesse, Palmerston North 364 407 Scott, F. W., Pohangina 287 191 Drummond, R., Brookdale, Rongotea 64 Nil Scott, M. M., Shieldaig, Fowler's 5'9 Nil Duke, Mrs. M. A., Rongotea 38 Nil Searle, George, Ashurst 690 Nil Duncan, James,Foxton 112 127 Selby, Clms., Colyton 497 626 Duncan, W.. Himatangi, Palnierston N. 1170 '538 Shadbolt, J., Eiver Flat, Pohangina 80 100 Dunk, Charles, Bainesse, Foxton 2250 275° Shannon, Mrs. Agnes, Colyton 364 286 Easton, A. S., Foxton 7" 497 Short, W. J. Kelleth, Apiti 762 506 Easton, Theo., Foxton 45 Signal and Pearson, Fowler's 375 Edwards, Thomas, Foxton 483 500 Sinclair, Thomas, Pohangina 300 280 Eglinton, B., Sanson S96 690 Smith, E. H., Kawapata Fowler's 850 Ellerm, W. A., Sanson 565 566 Smith, G. F., Hill Farm, Fowler's 776 999 Ellery, Chas., Myrtle Grove, Bulls 5° Nil Smith, Hans, Awahou 383 Ellery, Jolm, Matahiwi, Bull's 373 385 Smith, T. J., Moorlands, Colyton 1142 1228 Ellery, William, Bull's 496 566 Smith, T. J., Edendale, Colyton 875 767 Fergusson, Mrs. Jane, Rosebank, Halcombe 45 Nil Spellman, Patrick, Baumai 691 588 France, Frederick, Sanson 121 '39 Spieer, W. A., Poliangina 496 Frecklington, John, Sanson 492 370 59 H.—23.

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Freeklington, Mrs. S. J., Netley, Sanson ... •53 '53 Phillips, W. F., Awahuri 209 33 Frecklington, William, Sanson 760 660 Pliillips, W. J., Sanson 1200 1400 Gardner, W. S., Palmerston North 1718 Nil Puroell, W. F., Paratau, Foxton 150 Gibbs, J. H., Sanson 895 897 Pyke, Charles, Oroua Bridge 2847 2870 Gifford, Thomas, Carrisbrook, Rongotea 49° 160 Raine, J. P., Sanson 740 Goggin, Richard, Taikorea 290 400 Rakau Ko, Motuiti, Foxton 730 610 Goodin, John, Feilding 43° 843 Ralston, J. B., Hokianga, Bull's 3566 3720 Gower, B. G-., Fairbank, Foxton 7*8 668 Renata Henare, .Foxton 59 Grace, C, Pine Grove, Sanson 500 400 Ransom, V. C, Wakefield, Rongotea 248 177 Gray, Benjamin, Taikorea 35° 573 Raven, H. F., G-rasby, Palmerston North ... 93 7 Gray, Joseph, Sanson 799 738 Read, Micaiah, Sanson 63 75 Greenaway, M.Isaac. Glenoroua, Rongotea... 102^0 6803 Rich, IT., Rongotea "85 Nil Gust, August, Ronjjotea 896 1006 Richardson, T. F., Karaka Terrace, Bull's ... 600 585 Hammond & Aoourt, Ferndale, Awahuri ... 1770 2569 Richardson, T. F., Mangamohoe, Bull's 586 477 Hammond, H., Waitohi, Sanson 6408 6998 Richardson, W., Awahuri 100 560 Hammond, Robert, The Grange, Sanson 97 50 Riddiford, B. J., Kawakawa, Longburn 877 Harata, Bulls 5° Riki Marumaru, Parewanui 45° Nil Harata, Parawanui 104 Nil Risk, James, Sanson 400 Nil Harper, G. S., Rongotea 520 4t6 Robinson, F., Tunstall, Oroua Downs 2100 2115 Harris, A., Pine Terrace, Sanson 405 1800 Robinson, J. H., Foxton 1425 '459 Harris, James, sen., Sanson '575 Nil Robinson, Walter, Herrinton, Foxton 755° 8000 Harris, James, jun., Sanson 1061 1300 Roori Rangiheuea, Foxton 400 400 Harris, Thomas, Sanson 300 •99 Rowe and Sons, Rongotea 1612 2507 Hastie, Mrs. M., Feilding 200 Rutledge, Alexander, Awahuri 1200 Nα Henson, J. and R., Rongotea 948 882 Sanson, Henry, and Sons, Rongotea 3528 3882 Henson, James, Bunnythorpe 59° 784 Sanson, T., Sanson 500 494 Hepi te Wheoro, Awahuri 160 '°5 Scarrow, Mrs. E., Sanson 169 Nil Hill, John, Oroua Downs 97 138 Scott, Thomas, Ponsbourne, Rongotea 300 250 Hirst, J. W., Sanson 495 495 Simonsen, J., Rongotea 8 12 Hocken, H. E., Rongotea 20 Simpson, Chris., Lee's Line, Feilding 1300 Nil Hunt, H. H., Kopani, Rongotea 400 Simpson, E., Oroua Bridge 486 648 Inglis, Thomas, Sanson 1000 670 Simpson, J. (Estate of),Bush Home, Sanson. .. 670 597 Jarvis, John, Rongotea 223 218 Smart, Arch., Awahuri 157 130 Jenkins, W. A., Sanson 5° 5° Smith, James, Rongotea 246 254 Johnston, Hon. W. W., Highden, Awahuri... 15916 14800 Smith, T. M., Woodland, Rongotea 144 172 Kew, Milo, Sanson 96 96 Speedy, J. H., Willow Glen, Sanson 490 39° Kilgour, James, Sweer Bank, Bull's 255 Nil Spence, G-eo., Glenwood 11 Nil Knight, James, Rongotea 790 846 Staff, J. H., Lincoln Farm, Foxton '47 90 Knight, Samuel, Penrose, Rongotea 3°° 220 Stern, Oris, Rongotea 385 393 Koberstein,W. F., Rongotea 49 26 Strang Brothers, Okaua, Moutoa 4'7S 4186 Leen, Timothy, Rongotea 1900 '4'5 Taylor, W., The Pines, Bulls 3665 4.89 Lethbridge, F. Y., The Hill, Feilding 7240 7657 Tennant, Jas., Oroua Bridge 40 170 Linton, A. L., Awahuri 338 62 Te Rangi Inia, Oroua Bridge 88 100 Lucas, Jonathan, Oroua Bridge 163 268 Thompson, H. P., Rongotea 3'4 380 Lumsden, R. John, Fursby, Sanson '544 '554 Thompson, W. J.,Rongotea 300 392 Luxford, F. H, Oroua Bridge 906 798 Thomson, Alfred, Sanson 778 Macmillan, William, Rongotea Nil 1112 Thomson Brothers, Awahuri 1992 Nil Masters, Thomas, Sanson 857 757 Thynne, B. S., Kawaroa, Foxton 45° 383 Mathers, John,Taikorea 198 '93 Toxward, A. J., Carnarvon, Bull's 2868 2000 Matthews, Alfred, Sanson 594 487 Tucker, William, Rongotea 142 Nil McCutchan, Mrs. Mary, Sanson 200 160 Tucker, W. J., Pine Creek, Rongotea 900 3°o McElroy, Owen, Halcombe 789 Verry, Thomas, Hillside, Sanson 257 237 McKelvie, James, Bulls 6560 Whittle, John, Hill Farm, Awahuri 200 184 MeKenzie, Duncan, Sanson 400 580 Whyte, John R., Foxton 43 McKenzie, R. B., Flaxmoor, Carnarvon 1018 '•39 Williams, George, Sanson 331 3'5 MeKenzie, Thomas, Clydesdale, Carnarvon... 1279 1278 Wilson, J. G., Ngaio, Bull's 9'5' 8756 McMillan, R. H., Patiati, Oroua Bridge 1108 1100 Wilton, Job, Oroua Bridge i'95 1047 McNab, A. and J., Sanson 175 253 Yanko, John, Oroua Downs 66 64 Mends, George, Awahuri 254 Nil Young, Or. H., Killrudden Farm, Awahuri ... 810 606 Merrett, George, Rongotea 53° Nil Morrison Bros., Spring Hill, Oroua Bridge... 2160 2990 216,034 215,826 Munro, Roderick, Feilding 82 Murning, James, Rongotea 900 Nil HOROWHENUA COUNTY. Nairn, James, Awahuri '9 20 (In Rangitikei Subdivision.) Nairn, J. L., Awahuri 60 Akatera te Ra, Otaki 20O Natzke, Albert, Sanson 300 160 Andrews, H. F., Levin 182 87 Noble, Mace, Oroua Bridge 39' 400 Aomarere te Karalm, Horowhenua 152 '5° Nye, George, Sunnyside, Foxton 49 1 56' Arapata te Hiwi, Ohau 200 '5° O'Connor, M., Oroua Bridge 11 '4 Ariki Raorao, Horowhenna !52 95 O'Grady, Patrick, Taikorea 304 300 Atkins, James, Manukau 342 384 Oroua Downs Estate, Oroua Downs 12332 10764 Atkinson, E., Tudor, Otaki 3 Osborne, W., Pine Grove, Palmerston N. ... 800 Nil Atua, Maha, Horowhenua 4 60 Paki Tehunga, Oroua Bridge 161 Nil Baldwin, Gh, Koputarua 520 2904 Pascal Brothers, Puketotara, Palmereton N. 3345 3387 Barraud, C. and F., Hautere Cross 39 > 478 Pascal, J B., Awahuri 600 Bennett, W. H., Manukau 299 320 Pearce, R. E., Sanson 499 648 Berquist, Henry, Palmerston North 278, 39° Pekahama Atorea, Bull's 204 56 Best, Walter, Netley, Otaki 1028 Nil Penny, B. S., Sanson 1174 1697 Best, Walter, Rahui, Otaki 2312 Nil Penny, W., Sanson 982 706 Bevan, Robert, Manukau 45° ! 375 Perret, R. and J. H., Sanson 740 1112 Bevan, Thomas, Manukau 811 800 Perssan, Anders, Rongotea 3° '4 Bills, F. W., Rauhue, Otaki 27 Peters, I. H., Elburton, Sanson 916 929 Bills, J. R., Hautere Cross 27 9" Petihira Roiri, Himatangi, Foxton 400 Nil Binns, B. P., Ohau 401 Philps, Qt. A., Rongotea 1058 Bird, Mark, Mauukau 1198 997 H.—23. 60 WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. No. of 8heep on No. of 8iheepon April 30, April 30, April 30,1I April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. !i 1898.

Booth, R. W., Waimanu, Otaki 1200 1200 Hohepa te liana, Otaki 200 100 Botting, W. J., Shannon i 3 6 364 Honatana Mekerei, Manukau l62 99 Bowler, John, Waikanae 100 Hone, McMillan, Kereru, Koputarua 21)O 878 Bowler, W. H., Eeikorangi 192 194 Hooper Brothers (Waikanae), South Karori 394 578 Boyd, Joseph, Manukau 172 •85 Hopa Heremia, Horowhenua 80 60 Boyd, Thomas Tokomaru 3H Hopa te Peki and others, Levin 80 Nil Bradley, John, Shannon 10 Hori te Pa, Horowhenua 5° 5° Bright, Frederick, Otaki 3368 2048 Horne, John, Koputarua 297 220 Bronte, John, Koputarua 227 198 Home, Robert, Koputarua 254 240 Brown, C, Shannon 1310 1390 Horniblow, Ed win, Shannon 244 Nil Brown, B. B., Shannon ■365 1404 Horsbrugh, H. B., Lochmalong, Otaki 1213 1000 Brown, Henry, Shannon 300 298 Houghton, A., Manukau 339 372 Brown, Thomas, Willow Bank, Shannon 179 168 Houghton and Moffafct, Manukau 650 98 Brown, W. F. B., Manukau 1086 1215 Hura Ngahue and Co., Ohau 183 172 Bugg, B. H., Hautere Cross 1190 894 Hurley, Jeremiah, Manukau 59° 573 Buller, W. L. and A. P., Ohau 100 Ihaia Porotini, Horowhenua 76 87 Burns, F. and H., Tokomaru 481 1480 Ihaka Ngapiri, Waikawa 100 Nil Burns, James, Koputarua 849 1016 Ihaka Paha, Manukau 100 Calvert, A. S., Eereru 2532 Nil Inge, P. W., Fitzherbert West 407 283 Cameron, James, Levin 300 300 Ipiha Karepa, Levin 100 1OO Cameron, John, Shannon 296 252 Irwin, John, Manukau ■85 Campbell, S., Kopaturua 120 85 Jamieson, Arthur, Tokomaru 296 296 Carter, S. W., Shannon 100 Jenkins, D. H., Oliau 753 250 Catley Brothers, Hautere Cross 675 633 Jensen, A. C, Shannon 33 42 Chester, C. A., Shannon 363 365 Jillett, Wm, Ohau (Porirua) 3700 4000 Collier, F. and A., Hautere Cross 5 Johnston, C. F., Tokomaru 550 Collier, W. F. and H., Hautere Cross 20 Nil Jonee Brothers, Kai Hinau, Otaki 861 962 Cook, Thomas, Tokomaru, Petone 940 929 Judd, Albert, Tokomaru 374 267 Cootee, James, Otaki S°4 5°5 Krirauti Romana, Ohau 200 200 Creswell, R. B., Tβ Horo (Wellington) 563 497 Kebbell, John, Te Ranuwa, Ohau 4250 4400 Cridland, F. J., Hoon Hay, Shannon 563 54° Kelly, J. C, Tokomaru (Petone) • 1500 1600 Davidson, H. F., Koputarua '55 183 Kelly, J. F., The Nook, Manukau .;. 520 Nil Davies, Mrs. H. J.,Takapu, Koputarua 2750 2126 Kilsby, Geo., Kereru 39° 489 Davies and Stuart, Wirokino, Koputarua ... 7200 7670 Kilsby, Henry, Palmerston North 500 Nil Death, Joseph, Mission Station, Otaki 3496 3465 Kilsby, Thos., Palmerston North , 600 Nil Dilks, William, Palmerston North 292 203 King, James, Koputarua 236 335 Dixon, Mrs. Emma, Te Horo 800 798 Kingdon, G-. H., Otaki 990 1000 Donohua, N., Palmerston North 130 Kirby, E., Spring Terrace, Shannon 280 f>33 Drake, Arthur, Waikawa, Manukau 2273 2504 Knight, Wesley, Koputarua 188 Nil Drake, Francis, Te Horo 33* 200 Laing and Sons,Lagmore, Koputarua 635 696 Drake, T. J., Ohau .8 70 Lancaster, A., Levin 295 305 Dunn, Joe., Kereru 1108 982 Lancaster, E. S., Levin 200 Durham, R. T. M., Shannon 800 Law, Edward, Shannon 224 .84 Bagar, H. F., Otaki 200 237 Lawler, William, Otaki 35 iOO Eastwood, T. H., Levin 376 Nil Leonard, E., Shannon 3' 36 Egginton, H., Levin 204 200 Leydon, James, Levin 300 Egginton, J.W., Woodland, Levin 294 293 Lovelock Brothers, Palmerston North 190 Elder and Swainson, Otaki 2521 2670 Macdonald, Alexander, Koputarua ■75 140 Engels, G. EC, Shannon 2090 33OO MaeDonald, R., Mrs., Kelvin Grove, Otaki... 83 93 Enoka te Wano, Otaki 240 420 Majendie, F. A., Otaki (Johnsonville) 600 600 Eruera Nicholson, Levin 180 200 Makere te Rangimairehau, Horowhenua 3° 65 Farrington, M. C, Levin 408 Martin, R. B., jun., Ohau 220.5 593 Flyger, H. T., Palmerston North 500 Nil Matiaba Ranapiri, Ohau 270 3°4 France, Allan, Oroua 645 Matiu te Hemare, Otaki 100 100 Franklin, W. R., Otaki 658 780 McAdam, Geo., P.O., Palmerston North 180 Nil Fulton, J. E., Ohau 1782 i8m McBeth, Duncan (Fowlers), Feilding 1010 Nil Gear, James, Te Horo 8971 8468 McDonald, Mrs. A., Drimintorran, Shannon 1205 '195 Gilfillan, Thomas, Koputarua 181 Nil McDonald, J. R., Horowhenua moo 14100 Gillies, John, Te Horo 1500 1428 McDonald, R. A., Waihau, Levin 200 Nil Glacken, Denis, Hautere Cross 130 '50 McFarlane, D., Koputarua 165 300 Gower, Geo., Levin 650 468 McGawley, Martin, Kereru 11 2 Manukau 45 Gower, G. H., 276 477 McHardie, A., Levin 40 2 '5 Gower, J. W., Woodland, Levin 180 126 McKenzie, R. A., Shannon 585 384 Grant, William, Rahui, Otaki 757 McLeary and Cornford, Ohau ... ! 1861 '737 Gregory, John, Ohau 2 5 >9 MeMaeter, D., Shannon . 282 Hadfield, A. J., Obaki 2344 McPherson, Archibald, Shannon 199 274 Haimona Ranipiri, Ohau 200 McRae, G. R., Tokomaru 300 298 Hakaria Rangikura, Otaki 300 Nil Meihana te Hatete, Manukau 40 33 Hakaria te Whenua, Otaki 1000 Nil Metera Te Karepa, Otaki 120 Nil Hamilton, C. H-, Shannon 891 812 Mexted, John, Shannon 297 445 Hanlon, G. T., North Manukau 586 600 Mickell, David, Te Horo 259 34O Harrison, 0. L.? Shannon 13 Nil Miller, Arthur, Tokomaru 55° Hawkins, G. H., Kereru 896 1066 Miller, Thos., Tokomaru 35 900 Hema Ropata te Ao, Otaki 5°o 700 Mohiki Hopiana, Manukau 74 Hemikupa Hawea, Otaki •5° •5° Morehu te Puke, Waikanae 100 110 Henare Roera, Ohau 55 60 Mukaka te Whenua, Manukau 30 Nil Henshaw, Joshua, Shannon 2 S' 660 Natana te Hewi, Ohau 306 202 Hensman, T., Shannon 138 Nil Netahia Tanehe, Ohau 300 Heremia Rangitawhia, Ohau 190 100 Nga Moana Ropata, Waikanae 200 Horowhenua 300 Hetariki Matao, 142 Nil O'Farrell, P., Manukau 55 IO 5 Hillard, T., Manukau 67 Nil Owen, H., Waitohu, Otaki 70 Hira Parata, Waikanae 800 800 Palmes, P. E., Levin 287 697 Hitchings, V. T., Woodstock, Levin 739 658 Para Matakatea, Horowhenua 100 100 Hiwi Parahama and others, Ohau 2 OO Nil Paramena te Tewe, Otaki m Nil 61 H.—23,

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No. of 81 ieep on No. of Sheep on April 30, j April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. J 1888. 1897. 1898.

Pascal Brothers, Opakete, Palmerston North 1242 1643 Union Co-operative Land Co., Tokomaru ... 2692 11 2299 Patuaka Tauehe, Ohau 292 Nil Vella, J., Tβ Horo 700 7o8 Peehi Parata, Waikanae 300 300 Venn, F. W., Shannon 292 300 Peheria Taipua, Otaki I'94 1080 Waata Muruahi and Co., Horowhenua 1400 1 no Pene te Heihei, Hautere Cross 60 45 Wall, William, Te Horo S63 Perry, John, Koputarua 56 100 Wallace, K. D., Ohau 960 Pettit, H., Shannon 394 464 Walton, Henry, Waikanae 89 Pitiera Hema te Ao, Koputarua 202 95 Waugh, James, Te Horo, Wellington 458 475 Poni Pinta, Otaki 5° Nil Webb, Franklin, Kerem 260 599 Potts, Geoffrey, Koputarna 324 1265 Wehipeihana Taliarape, Otaki 506 465 Powles, Charles, Levin (Wellington) '47 140 Welford, J. N., Shannon 662 742 Pritchard, Arthur, Tokomaru 14 15 Wether, A., Manukau 800 536 Prouse, J. and R., Levin 1163 1333 Whittem, William, Otaki 400 360 Rangimairehau, Horowhenua 20 60 Whyte, A. J.,Tokomaru 696 743 Ranginui, Horowhenua 100 99 Whyte, John,Tokomaru 45° 442 RaDiera te Whata, Horowhenua 111 202 Wilkinson, J. S., Shannon 456 496 Ransfield, Isaac, Manukau 300 300 Williams, Mrs. H. E., Tokomaru 300 306 Reed, R. K , Linton 153 230 Wilson, Charles, Ohau 498 294 Rettery Hannah, Levin 132 '65 Wilson, Edward, Manukau 600 677 Retter, J. C, Otaki 297 281 Wilton, Earl, Tokomaru 221 '99 Rewi Wirihana, Otaki 100 Nil Windley, T. H., Te Horo 3M 437 Richards, J. M., Waikanae 120 Windley, Thomas, Porirua 766 Richard, John, Manukau 19! Nil Wi Parata, Waikanae 860 Nil , Richards, H J., Te Horo 878 898 Wiremu Matenga, Levin 77 Nil Richards, William, Shannon 487 Nil Wishaw, B. G\, Hautere Cross 100 Richardson, A. M., Shannon 27 57 Wood, G. N., Otauro, Shannon 1314 JS'5 Rich, Nathaniel, Koputarua 2072 Yuile, T. F., Shannon 497 1090 Rickard, Hannibal, Ohau 275 53° Roe and Bartholomew, Wereroa, Levin 600 170,006 "77-455 Rollo, A. H., Otaki 187 100 Rolston, Richard, Ohau 233 255 HUTT COUNTY. Ropata Ngapaki, Waikanae 100 200 (In Wellington Subdivision.) Ropata Ranapiri, Otaki 1617 1902 Abbott, Mrs. Mary, Pahautanui 1100 1100 Ropata Tangahoe, Waikauae 200 Nil Abbott, N. and E., Pahautanui 259' 2500 Ross, F., Shannon 1 302 1339 Adkin, W. G., Lambton Quay, Wellington... 48; 579 Row, George, Tokomaru '268 257 Alexander, A. J., Upper Hutt 292 300 Row, T. J., Tokomaru 400 2 95 Allen, Eli, Grass Lees, Tawa Flat •95 266 Rowe, W. S., Tokomaru 2339 Nil Allen, John, Tawa Flat 200 180 Rowlands, Ernest, Shannon 1000 Nil Allen, T. P., Walmer Farm, Hutt 126 100 Ruihi Wehipeihana, Otaki 285 Anatene Kawhe, Porirua 200 200 Ryder, F. G., Otaki 287 375 Anderson, Neils, Lr. Taranaki St., Wellington 19 Ryder, Walter, Levin 100 Angerstein, J. C. F., Paraparaumu 926 856 Saint, Henry, Manukau '35 80 Ani Kerehoma, Pliminerton 100 70 Scales, Mark, Levin 398 47" Aplin, Christopher, Up. Kaiwarra, Wellington 9 3 Shaw, Mrs. J., Manukau i°95 488 Bannister, H. J., Johnsonville 97 96 Shaw, W., Manukau 313 Nil Barnard, A. G., Kaitoke 204 270 Silson and Waodhead, Linton 322 Barnes, Henry, Makara 294 '53 Simcox, W. H., Forest Lakes, Otaki 4294 4"5 Barnes, John, South Makara 151 >3' Small, Alexander, Clifden, Otaki 296 294 Barrow, Stephen, Pahautanui 595 581 Smith, E. H , Ohau 96 Nil Barton, John, Upper Hutt 280 288 Smith, James, Ngakaroro, Otaki 21 Barton, William. Trentham, Upper Hutt ... 259 Smith, Mortimer, Shannon 298 293 Baesett, Thos., Willow Brook, Ohariu 455 400 Smith and Hankins, Ohau 897 985 Baird, Mrs. Helena, Ngahauranga 204 96 Sovensen, Berger, Palmerston North 794 552 Beauehamp and Field, Paraparaumu 1638 Nil Staff, W. J., Levin 719 528 Beavis, E. J., Happy Valley 150 300 Staples, James, Manukau 579 555 Beech, George, Ohariu 100 100 Stephenson, G. N., Shannon 594 570 Beech, William, Ohariu 800 800 Stevens, Charles, Shannon 299 394 Benge, David, Upper Hutt 300 298 Stickle, Benjamin, Levin 84 200 Benge, John, Upper Hutt '156 273 Stuart, Peter, Levin '83 253 Benson, William, Tawa Flat 263, 35° Stuckey, Frederick, Levin 489 39° Best, A,, Ohariu 75° Swabey, C. V., Manukau 999 978 Best Bros., Ohariu 500 497 Sweet, C. H. E., Shannon 1082 990 Best, James, Ohariu 700 600 Taare Porotene, Horowhenua 81 85 Blackey, Joseph, Pahautanui 1424 1500 Taare Winiata, Horowhenua 483 500 Bodin, A. W., Petone 55 40 Tamihana te Karu, Waikanae 300 Bould, Robert, Daisy Hill, Johnsonville 693 697 Tamiti Ranapiri, Manukau 2322 2511 Boulton, Edward, Pahautanui 643 600 Tapita Kohai, Horowhenua 61 75 Boulton, E.,jun., Pahautanui 345 363 Tatana te Whataupoko, Levin 200 Nil Bradey, Frederick, Pahautanui 4902 4250 Tauhu Roera, Ohau 63 Nil Bright, Frederick, Pukerua (Otakil 556 470 Taylor, G. W. and F. A., Otaki 1198 1036 Brodenck, Thomas,Woodland, Tawa Flat ... 287 278 Taylor, Joel,Buckley, Shannon S3 Brown, Andrew, Upper Hutt 27 42 Taylor, I. E. and W. A., Te Horo 587 587 Brown, J. and G., Upper Hutt 37° 454 Taylor, R. W., Shannon 295 689 Brown, Mrs. M. A., Long Point, Paremata 296 294 Te Hiwi Piahana, Otaki 200 202 Bryant and Bassett, Ohariu 2600 2400 Te Kereihi Roera, Ohau 287 300 Bryant, J. C, Ohariu 2806 3212 Tennent, Mary C, Levin 823 623 Bryant, J. W., Estate of, Ohariu 2520 2262 Thomson, D., Otaki S. and Ohariu F. 497 573 Bryant, H. G., 1460 1 362 Tiaki Hawea, Otaki 400 400 Bryant, T. P., Ohariu 428 384. Tolhurst, Gerald, Te Horo 702 600 Buck, A. S.j Taita 235 Nil Trask, Joseph, Shannon 5 1 Nil Burdan, William, Wainuiomata 1188 1088 Tremewan, T. H. A., Shannon 262 Burrell, Thomas, Upper Hutt 5°4 Tutere te Matau, Waikanae 500 Burrell, William, Upper Hutt 695 600 Twohy, Thos., Levin . 22 33 Cameron, John, Hutt 1861 236s H.—23. 62

WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of 6 leep on April 30,1 April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Campbell, T., Karori 41S 45° Grace Brothers, Wainuiomata '553 1408 Carmichael, Robt.,Ingestre Street, Wellington 24-) 5° Gray and Florence, Pahautanui 3280 2590 Carter, C. A., Pahautauui 700 883 Greer, Francis, Clarence, Tawa Flat 432 406 Carter, Charles, Pahautanui 936 897 Hadfield, H. S., Otaihanga 1652 1998 Carter, Geo., Riddiford Street, Wellington... 48 24 Haggerty, John, Ohariu 5°3 856 Carter, J. H., Horokiwi 300 220 Haggerty, John, Upper Hutt 5°° Nil Catlev, Alfred, Makara 354 305 Haigh, W., Gollan'e Valley, Hutt 393 Caverhill, T. W, Hutt 102 Nil Harrington, James, Horokiwi, Petone 4'5 456 Chapman, William, Hope Farm, Petone 187 243 Harris, David, Pahautanui . 60 100 Cheetham, James, Upper Hutt 300 290 Harris, Henry, Pahautanui 454 298 Childs, A. T., Johnsonville 53 76 Harris, William, Pahautanui 1000 1000 Cleland, J. M., Silverstream 345 Nil Harrison Brothers, Kaitoke 909 300 Clendon, Thomas, Upper Hutt 98 93 Harrison, J. G., Kaitoke 200 Nil Clout, a. W., Hutt 5 1 Hawkins, F. H., Makara 334 290 Clout, William, Granfield, Hutt 01 5° Hawkins, F. W., Karori 194 184 Collet, T. G., Mungaroa 30 40 Hay ward, Thomas, Hutt 200 Nil Collier, John,Wainuiomata 218 170 Hills, J. H., Kaitoke 284 286 Collins and McKenzie, Paremata 5>2 700 Hineri Iangaho, Waikanae 100 Nil Cook Henry, Opau, Makara 2276 '985 Hira Maeeke, Waikanae 194 202 Cook, J. H., Pahautanui 39° 374 Hitchcox, W. H., Makara 204 200 Cook, H. C, Makara 215 161 Hobbs, Christopher, Horokiwi, Petone 39' 375 Cook, W. and J., Makara 1150 '359 Hobbs, Domingo, Johnsonville 450 400 Cooley, J. E., Upper Hutt IS8 192 Hobbs, George, Khandallah 35 55 Cordukes, Frederick, Paraparaumu 121 198 Hobbs, S. J., Takapou, Johnsonville 61 Cotter, C. P., Silverstream 4.6 Hohai Kotua, Porirua 3' 75 Cottle, Alfred, Belmont, Hutt 286 ■ 255 Hohepa Horomona, Porirua 81 100 Cottle, C, Hutt 338 Nil Hooper, John, Karori 688 696 Cottle, C. H., Belmont, Hutt 3°3 200 Hooper, Robert, Upper Hutt 7 9 Cottle, B. W., Taita 142 5° Hore, J., Wainuiomata 104 80 Cottle, J. U., Hutt 357 Howell, William,Paraparaumu 2000 2000 Cottle, J. R., Upper Hutt 62 200 Hume, Henry, Ohariu (Wellington; 1000 1000 Craig, J. T., Upper Hutt 397 39° Hyde, Edwin, Tawa Flat bo Crawford, C. and A., Miramar, Wellington ... 1708 1188 Iggulden, Alfred, Pahautanui 398 394 Crowe, Patrick, Johnsonville 756 588 Inia Tuhata, Waikanae 373 Nil Crowther, J., Brookfleld, Hutt 329 250 Jackson, J. and E., Wainuiomata 600 73° Cummings, B., Tawa Flat 66 383 Jacob, John, Pahautanui 325 300 Davidson, George, Palmerston 180 Nil Jervis, Henry, Makara North 200 200 Davies, Richard, Paraparaumu 586 593 Jillett, William, Porirua 3700 4100 Davis, P. D., Upper Hutt 49 58 Johnson, James, Silverstream 60 98 Death, A. M. S., Mungaroa, Upper Hull ... 253 Jones, G. and W., Pahautanui 977 "97 Death, Oliver, Pahautanui 464 483 Jones, George, Pahautanui 43' 232 Death, Samuel, Taita 900 gco Jones, Mrs. Eleanor, Pahautanui 2477 3 '59 Devereux, F. W, Lower Hutt 43 Nil Jones, T. and S., Pahautanui 900 840 J., Upper Hutt 600 600 Jones, William, Pahautanui 20 Nil Devine, T. 10622 Dick, D., and Son, Ashfield, Wainuiomata ... 600 596 Joseph, Jacob, Happy Valley 10623 Drake, Walter, Johnsonville 104 Nil Judd, James, 11 utt 1200 1 150 Draper, Edward, Pahautanui 600 680 Judd, S. (Executors of), Mayfield, Hutt ... 393 374 Drewitt, William,Paraparaumu 677 S32 Kells, R. J., Haywards 300 Drummond, Charles, Taita 26 25 Kelly, Thomas, Ohariu Valley 3' Nil Duncan, Charles, Linden Vale, TawaFlat ... 220 ■85 Kerr, F., Pahautanui 1400 1400 Eagle, John, Makara 122 146 Keys, A. and W., Upper Hutt 90 Earp, E. W., Boscobel, Tawa Flat 5 10 495 Kilminster, F., Belmont 394 Ebden Bros., Hutt 605 586 Kilminstei-, John, jun., Karori 2219 21 20 Edwards, A., Upper Hutt 129 Kilsby A. and W., Ohariu 1072 1072 Eglinton, H., Hutt 65 100 Larsen, Joan, Tawa Flat 95 Elder, H. R., Waimahoe, Waikanae 830 1016 Lee, George, Johnsonville 190 '79 Elliott, John,Wainuiomata 70 7' Lett, Charles, Kaitoke 300 400 Mrs. Paraparaumu 1730 1730 Lowe, C. and E., Kapiti, Paraparaumu 891 1562 Field, H. A., Paikakariki Field, Mrs. Isobel J.,Waikanae 1424 Lynch, M. and O., Emerald Glen, '93' '955 Field, James, Oliariu 698 700 Mackay, Brothers, Whareroa, Paikakai-iki ... '376 1481 W. A., Belmont Farm, Hutt 1621 >7 65 Maclean, Malcolm, Paraparaumu '575 1800 Fitzherbert, ... Johnsonville Fletcher and McGrath, Paraparaumu 100 Nil Majendie, F. A., 5°o 400 Flighty, Stephen, Pahautanui 1138 1167 Majendie, Mrs., Oharriu 300 400 Francis, C. F., Upper Hutt 440 371 Marshall, Thomas, Hutt 85 Nil Futter, James, Ngahauranga 800 800 Martin, Alexander, Upper Hutt *33 Nil Gadsby Brothers, Lower Hutt 100 Martin, W. H., Upper Hutt 270 120 Nil Galloway, Daniel, Gollan's Valley, Hutt ... 400 500 Matenga te Hiko, Porirua Galloway, David, Reserve, Pahautanui 354 354 Matthews, J. F., Judgeford, Wellington 400 Galloway, G. J., Pahautanui 99 '57 May, John, Johnsonville '54 120 113 Nil McCurdy, A. J. T , Upper Hutt 81 93 Galloway, H., Pahautanui Galloway, William, Pahautanui 878 790 McKelvie, John, Makara 3°' 250 Gardener, J.,Pahautanui 100 86 McKeown, John, Paraparaumu '47 190 William, ■595 '595 McKinnon, Alexander, Silverstream 600 Gardner, Pahautanui Terawhiti Garrett, Alfred, Johnsonville 19' 188 McMeiiamen's Estate, 10116 10542 and C, Makara 1012 McMenamen, J. and T., Terawhiti 7095 7443 Gaskin, J. 986 Poriruu, Gaskin, William, Makara 237 216 Meagher, Thomas, 1512 1528 Okowi, Porirua 901 Mexted, Alfred, Porirua 337 Gear, James, 867 Flat GearMeat & Freezing Co. (Ld.), Wellington 35° 1071 Mexted, George, Tawa 595 546 Gorrie, Andrew, Upper Hutt '93 182 Mexted, S. W., Porirua '95 '94 Upper Hutt 1200 1523 Miller, James, Pahautanui 1386 1388 Gorrie, James, Porirua 600 600 Gorrie, William, Upper Hutt 200 300 Mitchell, John, Burnside, Petone 250 '87 Mitchell, John, Pahautanui 500 483 Goss, C. T., Hutt Petone 400 283 Moody, H., Muritai, 3' Goes, E. E., Patrick Karori Goss, S., Hutt 365 293 Monaghan, (Estate of), 1800 1886 63 H.—23.

WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. No. of Sheep on Fo. of Sheep on April 30, April 30,3 April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Whineray, James, Waikanae 140 i6i Monk, Alfred, Paraparaumu 39' 3& 80 Monk, John, Waikanae 126 140 Whiteher, H. T., Wainuiomata 55 Whitehouse Brothers, Porirua , 3024 Morgan, George, Upper Hutt 45° 45° 2624 Tawa Plat 537 Whiteman, E., Upper Hutt 224 282 Morgan, Thomas, 506 Hutt 688 0. B., Otaihanga (Wellington) '456 ■856 Whiteman, J. M., Upper 685 Morison, ... J Hutt Morrison and Elder, Otaihanga (Wellington) 116 Whiteman, Robert, Upper 453 '°5 Whiteman, William, Hutt 1071 Mowbray, E. L., Hutt 64 Nil Upper 987 Mulhern, Roderick, Pahautanui 1770 1598 Whiting Brothers, Paraparaumu 753 75° Patrick, Aotea, Porirua 700 700 Wilkins, Mrs. G-., Upper Hutt 54 70 Mungayin, Johnson 135 Murphy, Mrs. Ellen, Pahautanui to8o 1100 Williams, Charles, villa 98 Nairn, James, Kaiwarra 250 375 Wilton, Elijah, Ohiro, Wellington 542 526 Ngawhakahua Kerehoma, Plimmerton 111 Nil Wilton, Job, Sunny Side, Wadestown 319 382 Alexander, 1500 1500 Windley, Thomas, Porirua 665 760 Nicol, Pahautanui 200 . 200 Nopera Manupiri, Porirua 80 126 Wiremu Neera te Kanae, Porirua Nott, William, Ivy Bank, Tawa Mat 5'4 5 2 4 Wood, J. J., Wainuiomata 272 240 William, Tawa Flat 200 Orr, W. R., Johneonville 290 182 Woodman, 254 Pearce, James, the Streamlets, Pahautanui... 697 590 Young, H. Gt., Upper Hutt 54 42 Phillis, W., Paremata 298 284 Piriana Tungia, Porirua 374 37° 219,483 223.598 51 Nil Playle, A., Wainuiomata COUNTY. Asylum, Porirua 5 64 S'3 SOUTH WAIRARAPA Porirua Lunatic Subdivision.) Poulson, Carl, Upper Hutt 111 '35 (In South Wairarapa Mrs., A. Makara 73 70 Abbott, William, Carterton >7 Prendeville, L., Kaiwhata, Masterton Prier, T. and H., Upper Hutt 185 130 Adams, W. 865 9°3 Porirua 770 800 Allen, W. B., Clareville 300 200 Prosser, J. H., Grey ... Prouse, Frederick, Wainuiomata 82 82 Anders, Andersen, Woodside, town 412 492 Paremata 100 100 Anderson, David, Clareville 49° 592 Pumipi, Gt. York Carterton J. W., Paraparaumu 142 130 Andrews, E., Farm, 274 187 Ramage, ( 180 Waikanae 579 Applin, Joseph, arterton 190 Raniera Erihana, 564 Clareville Reid, Nicholas, Upper Hutt 822 812 Bairstow, Isaac (Executors of), ... 5° 54 J., Orongo Orongo, Hutt 3671 3081 Bale, A. H., Featherston 597 Riddiford, E. Est. Co., Kakare, Clareville Sobinson, F., Vlakara 795 Nil Bank of N.Z., ... 2741 2745 Richard, Makara 354 '356 Barrer, Richard, Wainuioru, Gladstone 100 Robinson, Bush, Featherston Robinson, T. H. Makara 300 100 Barton, William,Pigeon 3866 2972 WhiteRock, Martinborough 12000 11 j88 Russell, Charles, Taita 400 394 Barton, William, Baasett, John, Carterton 732 695 Russell, Edward, Silverstream 215 240 Martinborough 206 J. Tawa Flat '75 7' Bell, John, Cragieburn, 317 Russell, T., Featherston Ryan, Tawa Flat 295 268 Bennett, T. F., 380 400 John, Featherston 1000 Salmon, John, Upper Hutt 100 '44 Benton, T., jun., 900 Tawa Flat Nil Bicknell, J. G., Kaiwaiwai 100 200 Sapsford, J., 58 Featherston Mrs. Henry, Upper Hutt 82 Bicknell, J. T., 400 367 Sargent, C. Tawaha, Featherston Scales, 0. H., Hutt 88 37 Bidwill, R., 53°2 533O Wainuiomata 7' 100 Bidwill, J. 0., Pihautea, Featherston 659° 7097 Schirnack, Etnil, Featherston Mrs. H., Hutt 300 Nil Bidwill, W. E., Rototawai, 8246 89'5 Scholes, Belmont.. Carterton 160 Scholes, R., Hutt 100 Bishop, A., 127 Blatchford, Walter, Ahia Ruhi, Carterton Seager, 0., Silverstrearn 52 76 ... 900 900 Willhelm, Makara 45° Bock, Walter, Featherston 123 102 Sievers, 465 F. V., Featherston Sinclair Brothers, Taupo Station, Paremata ... 6433 5337 Bockett, 495 375 2751 2980 Bond, John, Carterton 70 61 Smith, F. W., Paikakariki Carterton Smith, J. S., Tunapo, Paikakariki 35°° 35°° Bond, Malachi, Belvedere, 283 354 Kerehana, Porirua 142 Booth, Alfred, Middle Run, Carterton 3°3° 3587 Solomon and Wi '52 1 Mastqrton (Belmont), Hutt 73 '5 Boothe, L. H., 104 Speedy, P. 1 William, Carterton Spicer, G-eorge, Horokiwi Valley 497 - 475 Booth, S805 54O6 Ohariu 500 49° Boyle, Michael, Gladstone 427 45° Spicer, Richard, Braithwaite, Fernyhurst, Waihakeke Stace, W. N., Pahautanui 184 2 3O Henry, 655 658 Buchanan, W. C,Tupurupuru, Gladstone ... 22669 20125 Stack, W. M., Hutt 500 5OO 1820 Johneonville 9OO Buchanan, W. C, AMkouke, Greytown 2998 Stebbings, Henry, 900 Featherston T., Tawa Flat 500 5 88 Buck, W. J., Nikau Valley, ... 73° 890 Steele, W. l>. H. R., Ahiaruhe, Gladstone Stevens, George, Porirua '535 1489 Bunny, 2032 i960 Burch, Basil, j 200 Stuart, Charles, Pahautanui 600 j 600 Greytown 900 Whiteman's Valley 111 Burch, Benjamin, Greytown 200 Nil Swainson, Charles, 21 Tamebana te Karu, Waikanae 260 Nil Burgess, W. R., Carterton , 47 R., Masterton 6122 Taylor, G-. H., Pahautanui S8S 596 Bunny A. 6158 Taylor, James, Tawa Flat 445 475 Burrows, John, Carterton 3363 4000 Taylor, William, Pahautanui 272 297 Burt, F. W., Featherston 20 20 Cadwallader, Mrs. E., Fernridge, Wailiakeke 100 12 Te Teira Ihakara, Paraparaumu 704 800 600 600 Cameron, Allan, Martinborough 200 200 Thompson, George, Porirua Martinborough Thompson, Miss M., Khadallah 84 Cameron, Duncan, Glendhu, 7000 7070 Thomson, Thomas, jun., Wainuiomata 56 3' Cameron, F. A., Carterton 2010 333° Tremewan, Tawa Flat Cameron, John, Pahaua, Masterton 7000 6460 Thomas, 664 7°5 Masterton Makara Carman, David (Exts. of),Overton, 500 295 Trotter, W., 909 778 Clareville Turnbull, Walter, Papanui (Wellington) ... 4862 4852 Cawte, John, Cliff Run, 627 913 Mana Island, Paremata 959 Challis, William, Carterton 45 44 Vella, Mariano, 969 Carterton Brothers, Gollan's Valley. Hutt [92 Nil Chapman, B. J., 57 40 Viokers ... 282 Tom, West Taratahi, Masterton 266 91 Wackrow, A. W., Upper Hutt ■ 267 Compton, ... Carl, Ohariu 299 244 Considine, A. 0., Martinborough 1015 599 Waekrow, Gladstone 200 100 C. C, Ohariu 399 385 Cooper, James, Brooklyn, Waekrow, Gladstone 700 6 Wackrow, Fritz, 287 Cooper, Robert, 75 Ohariu 287 Thomas, Gladstone Wakeham, John,Wainuiomata 1100 1 no Cooper, 75° Paremata 3700 3783 Cooper, William, Maeterton 1070 Wall, Anthony, Rivereide, Greytown 6oco 6 Wall, Jamee, Porirua 3000 3020 Cotter, P., sen., 253 Washington, A., Trentham, Upper Hutt ... 73 34 Cress, James, Greytown 10 Taita 5° 28 Cross, Jessie, Greytown '34 '5° Welch, W. E., Featherston 600 600 Wellington Meat Export Co., Wellington ... 1161 457' Cundy, John, Kahautara, 10—H. 23. H.—23. 64

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Dellar and Kemble, Te Whekei, Oarterton ... 2805 '3'9 Martin, Hon. John, Buahari, Martinborough 5729 2540 Dellar, G. W., Oarterton 110 Nil Martin, John,Puruatanga, Martinborough ... 6461 8172 Donald, James, Featherson 83 Nil Martin, W. J., Huangarua, Martinborough... 8085 7388 Donald, Quintin, Tauherenikau 1400 1400 Mason, H. S., GHenhazard, Gladstone 400 200 Donald, W. A., Featherston 35° 348 Matthews, A., Wairongamai, Featlierston ... 6660 6410 Dorset, E. W., Kahikatea, Carterton 59° 485 Matthews, Charles, Oporua, Featlierston ... 1123 Dorset, Mrs. J. B., Te Whiti, Gladstone 520 610 Matthews, Alfred, Wharepapa, Featherston 3927 3980 Douglas, A., Mount Adams, Martinborough 2378 2400 Maunsell, Albert, Te Para, Carterton 300 300 Douglas, Margaret, Martinborough 2798 3260 Maunsell, B. S., Biversdale, Greytown 11 ic "54 Dudson, J. A., Carterton 21 Nil McDonald, John, Martinborough 176 170 Eagle, Edward, jun., Carterton 184 56 McDougall.D., (Exrs.) Pirinoa, Martinborough 3041 3200 Eaton, John, Kokotau, Carterton 126 '73 McFarlane and Tilson, MoikiFarm, Greytown 2787 3066 Edwards, Henry, Waihakeke 6S 60 McKerrow, J. C, Morrison's Bun, Morrison's S442 Nil Eglinton, H.,Wharekaukau (Hutt) 1700 1890 McLaehlan, D., Springbank, Gladstone 900 980 Elgar, Charles, Awhea, Featherston 17100 17630 McLaren, 0. D., Opunake, Gladstone 532 Elgar, Charles, Fernside, Featherston 584S 4921 McLaren, P.,Ngakonui, Martinborough 127.U 9629 Evans, T. F., Martinborough 395 392 McLaren, Wm., Bush Gully, Martinborough 12100 12100 Fairbrother, Chas., Dalefield 38i 348 McLeod, A. D., Kai Kuri, Martinborough ... 3475 3320 Fairbrother, R. H., Carterton 3° Nil McLeod, A., Glendrynesch, Martinborough... 1776 1909 Fensham, John, Surrey Hill, Carterton 192 '5° McLeod, W. M., Whakaponi, Martinborough 5575 5536 Fisher, William, Clareville 491 396 McMaster, Angus (Executors of), Tuhitarata, 5104 Nil Foreman, George, Pukanui, Masterton 1600 1687 Martinborough Galbraith, Henry, Glenroy, Gladstone 39° 374 McMaster, D., Matawhero, Martinborough... 2150 1923 Gaskin, G., Daisy Bank, Clareville '97 179 McMaster, Hugh, Greytown 10 7 Gazley, Charles, Featherston 37 24 McMaster, J.,The Grove, Martinborough ... 290 242 Goodin, C, Leonard, Clareville 61 5? McMaster, John, Tuhitarata, Martinborough 5166 Gooding, Jacob, Cross Creek 211 331 Miller, J. andR., Bannockburn, Gladstone... 1100 1200 Goodriek, C. F., Featherston •4 >4 Miller, W., Calton Hill, Gladstone 2884 2989 Gordon, Peter, Edenvale, Masterton 1094 822 Monckton, F., Newstead, Featherston 127 212 Gosling, Wm., jun., Matarawa 127 152 Monckton, F., Brookfield, Featherston M34 990 Grace Bras., Weraawhaiteri, Gladstone 5545 52S4 Moncrieff, J.,Westbourne, Waihakeke *57 292 Grant, John, Bannockburn, Gladstone 320 45 6 Moody, Alfred, Shepherd's Bush, Carterton 387 342 Gray, F., (Exors. of) Fairburn, Masterton ... 1755 1726 Moody, J. H., Gladstone 136 89 Gray, John, Gladstone 300 300 Moore Brothers, Carterton 1200 1285 Green, James, Martinborough 260 272 Moore, F., Glenburn, Masterton 11360 12200 Greenaway, Thomas, Martinborough 38 96 Moore, Thomas, Santon, Carterton 188 180 Grey, James, Gladstone 200 200 Morris, John, Meadow Bank, Masterton 140 200 Haigh, S., Greytown 226 108 Morrison, H. and C, Glenmorvan, Morrison's 1726 1648 Hales, C. (Exors. of),Flat Point, Masterton... 12390 11950 Murphy, John,Tirohanga, Featherston 7 Nil Hannah, James, Carterton 62 Nil Natanahira, Wi Toi, Rangatau, Gladstone ... 700 500 Harris, A. J., Pukoi, Martinborough 5°o 600 Nieols and Speedy, Gum Grove, Featherston 3367 3228 Harris Bros., Hautotara, Martinborough ... 11090 11070 Nicolson, Donald, Melverton, Clareville 333 363 Harris, Charles, Wantwood, Martinborough 6850 644S Niniwa Heremaiah, Martinborough •53 5°3 Harrison, G. P., Greytown 140 Nil Nix, Lewis, Park Hill, Carterton 138? 'SS6 Hawke, A., Kaiwaiwai 328 297 Nix, W. J.,Tauherenikau 740 910 Hawko, Mrs. J., Greytown '4 Ml Oates, Henry, Parkvale, Carterton 200 216 Hawkins, E. B., Moroa, Greytown 76 5° Oates, .1., Glendower, I arterton 1200 1400 Hawtin, Harry, Gladstone "5° 100 Oates, J, G., Peach Grove, Carterton 178 !27 Heagerty, J. D., Greytown 606 7'4 O'Keefe, John, Martinborough 5>° 599 Hercock, C. W., Waihakeke 45 21 Oliver, Peter, Martinborough 485 Nil Hodder, James, Dalefield 100 108 Ordish, W. C, Matarawa 61 Nil Hodder, John, Tauherenikau 800 800 Paea TariWhatakarari, Paihuia, Gladstone... 270 Hodder, Walter, jun.,Featherston 48c 380 Pain, George, Clifton Grove, Martinborough 4161 3632 Hodder, William, Torohanga, Featherston ... 295 200 Pain, George, Martinborough 375 296 Hodge, Herbert, Mangahina, Gladstone 3075 3064 Pain, J. A., Martinborough 710 588 Hooker, Robert, Carterton 400 "93 Parish, John, Martinborough 110 78 Hooper, J. T., Carterton 38 33 Parker, William, Martinborough 250 190 Hume Brothers, Taunui, Martinborough ... 11329 IOIOO Pearce, Frederick, Kahaulara, Featherston... 1356 1015 Hutlon, G. T. F., Featherston 100 172 Penny, J. B., Grassmere, Clareville 100 Nil Ingley, Thomas, Morrison's Bush 290 1100 Perry Bros., Penrose, Masterton 4109 3884 Jackson, H. H., Stonestead, Greytown ... 4660 4095 Peterkin, William, Rocky Hill, Gladstone ... 466 579 Jackson, M.J. H.,Sunnyside,Featherston ... 500 400 Peters, Henry, Waihakeke 544 564 Johnston, C. F., Ngaturi, Gladstone ' 3522 4' 53 Peters, James, Gladstone too Johnston, Jacob, Carterton 196 40 Pharazyn, C, Longwood, Featherston 3405 3000 Jones, J., Matarawa 290 337 Pharazyn, L. C, Lowlands, Featherston 3030 2320 Jones, W. H. P., Moroa Plain, Greytown ... 570 45° Pholps, Jamee, Matarawa 250 Joseph, Jacob,Dry River, Martinborough ... '5572 17018 Phillipson, A. F., Sunnyside, Masterton 632 600 Joseph, Joseph, The Knoll, Featherston 676 1490 Philp, William, Featherston 200 200 Judd, Henry, Woodside, Clareville 1874 1685 Pike, John, Masterton 200 400 Judd, John, Kuratiwhiti, Greytown 6 95 780 Pilmer, A. &., Clareville 1114 2980 Jury, C. J., Glendower, Greytown 650c 6106 Piripi Te Maire, Martinborough 1302 Kells, R. J., Cross Creek 120c 1240 Quaintrell, F. W., Clareville 460 320 Kempton, T., Elm Grove, Greytown 3537 2149 Rangi Puataata, Gladstone 600 Kempton, Thomas, West Taratahi, Greytown "273 Ray, Thomae, Carterton 477 320 Kennedy, Thomas, Fairfield, Martinborough 560 497 Rayner, B. B., Kuripuni, Masterton 1710 King, Alfred, Carterton J9 Nil Bayner, Henry, Carterton 97 90 Kingi, Edward, Gladstone 200 Bayner, J.,Kuripuni 2192 66 Knapp, George, Morrison's Bush 200 1.48 Rayner, J. N. B., Kuripuni 520 Knapp, W. and G. F., Fernridge, Matarawa •53 201 Bayner, T. J.,Kuripuni 231 Knopfli, Jacob, Masterton 60 40 Bayner, W. H., Kuripuni 283 Kohea Tahana, Puahi, Gladstone 800 800 Reid, James, Clareville 500 Nil Kummer, G. H. J., Kummerstein, Masterton 2200 2320 Reid, Thomas, Clareville '99 158 Lawson, Peter, Clareville 270 Nil Benall, J. A., Pine Park, Gladstone 600 Nil Martin, Arthur, Otaraia, Martinborough ... 10673 9189 Renall, Roger, Kokotau, Carterton 400 400 65 H.-23.

WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. No. of Sheep on Wo. of Sheep oik Aprils", April 30, April 30, April30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Reynolds Brothers, Mayfield, Clareville 2691 1842 Wiggins, G-eorge, Greytown North 250 3°° Richards, Brothers, Wainuioru, Gladstone... I 7O Nil Wilkie, Robert, Carterton •°3 99 Tauherenikau 578 59° Eiddiford, E. J.,Te Awaiti (Hutt) 40257 39931 Wilkinson, A. M., ... Ridgway, Thomas, Carterton 97 '47 Wilkinson, H. C, Hinaburn, Featherston 343 35.3 Carterton Wilkinson, J., Lake Meadows, Featherston ... 2229 2486 Ridgway, Thomas, Mungauri, 97 '47 8o Thomas, Home Lea, Clarevilk 93 98 Wilkinson, J. J., Kokatau, Carterton Roberts, 2740 Robinson, C. J., Matarawa 1.36 99 Williams, R., Bleak House, Kaiwaiwai 2500 Henry, Poplar Farm, Greytown ... Nil Williams and Beetham, Stoneleigh, Masterton 250 640 Robinson, 24 Feathereton Rofe, F. tl., Glenburn Masterton 294 558 Willis, Henry, >6s 172 Martinborough Wilton, W. H., Carterton 400 Nil Roka Tipua Ihakara, 93 88 Ross, Alexander, Martinborough 249 257 Wolters, H. H., Richmond, Carterton 446 Martinborough 712 Wood, W., Morrison's Bush 402 5°3 Ross, J. and D., 354° Rowe, R., Hurunuiorangi, Gladstone 80 '5° Wratten, W., Birch Hill, Martinborough ... 4°25 York Farm, Featherstou 1470 1270 Wyett, Charles, Middleton, Clareville ... | 394 305 Roydhouse, W. F, Masterton Russell, J. P., Wangai Moana, Martinborough 8799 8346 York, W. F, Heatherlea, 355 39° Dalefield Yule, Mrs. R. (Extrs. of), Featherston 4'47 4080 Sayer, E.. N. and C, 4 10 Sears, Henry, Morrison's Bush 100 5° Zillwood, T., Matarawa Gladstone 140 •37 Seely, Austin, 606,459 597-533 Sexton, James, Huruinuiorangi, Gladstone ... 142 140 Sharp, Alexander, Martinborough 345 Shaw, George, Waihakeke 81 '55 NORTH WAIRARAPA COUNTY. Shaw, Thomas, Rock Farm, Kuripuni 282 252 (In North Wairarapa Subdivision.) Gladstone Adams and Burch, Highbnk, Pongaroa ... ; '47 Simpson, George, Poplar Farm, ... 123 184 180 John, Burnside, Martinborough 1460 1509 Ahlers, Charles, Pongaroa 400 Sinclair, ... Mauriceville Skeet, J.C, Whatu, Greytown 20 3° Albrechtsen, Jorgan, '31 '53 The Pines, Clareville 467 Albrechtsen, N. W., Mauriceville 7 10 Skey, H. P., 506 262 200 The Pines (Wellington) 740 Allen, Robert, Masterton Skey, William, 896 323 Smart, Mary, Carterton 599 Algie, W. 8., Alfredton (Tenui) Martinborough 5 69 668 Alpass, S. J. P., Brooklands, Alfredton 335° 3575 Smith, David, Eketahuna 600 Smith, James, Clareville 264 253 Andersen, Anders, 690 Clareville Anderson, Alexander, Dalmuir, Eketahuna .. 889 1092 Smith, John, Round Bush, 243 250 20162 Gladstone 600 Nil Andrew, Rev. J. 0., lea, Masterton 19617 Smith, Moses, Eketahuna 478 Smith, Moses, Wharariki, Gladstone 23.S 235 Ashworth, T., Tawatia, 419 Martinborough 2260 Atiketell Brothers, Maeterton 266 300 Smith, William, 1978 Alfredton 100 Smith, Dalefield 23 6 Anyon, Mrs. E. M., W. J., Te Ore Ore, Maeterton ... 1731 Snell, Isaac, Ahiaruhe, Carterton 364 394 Armstrong, Mary, Snell, James, Ahiaruhe, Carterton 686 606 Armstrong, J., (Ex. of), Glenora, Whakataki 28250 26250 Carterton 397 292 Atkinson, Law, Newman 583 475 Stevens, George, Belvedere, Nil Stevens, James, Carterton 883 835 Ayson, L. F., Maeterton 447 Stoodley, James, Taupanui, Gladstone 192 200 Bannister Bros., Mauriceville 1054 461 6 Bannister, George, Masterton 12 8 Strang, J., Glenside, Gladstone i'3 S 11917 Nil Strang, William, Gladstone 800 625 Banton, Henry, Masterton 46 Stockland, Carterton 400 445 Barton, John.Mataikuna, Whakataki 6890 8250 Strawbridge, Eli, Eketahuna 100 Sutherland, D. M., Ngaipu, Martinborough 7065 7077 Bassett, Job, J. Watarangi, Martinborough 18000 17000 Bayliss, Thomas, Eketahuna 919 968 Sutherland, O., Masterton Sutherland, W. (Extrs. of), Martinborough... 6218 6000 Beetham, W. and H., Brancepeth, 66404 61678 160 Belliss, Hugh, Tenui 3° Nil Tancred, Lady, Clareville i°5 628 J. Masterton 37 6 Belliss, Louisa, Tenui 59° Taplin, H., 298 Masterton 2095 Thomsen, H. C, Mungatiri, Masterton 420 37° Bennett, Henry, Fernglen, 1875 Papawai, Greytown 440 Benton, Charles, Alfredton 23' 5°5 Tilson, Richard, 456 Alfredton 997 Tocker, Arthur,Kahautara I295 1295 Benton, Henry, Brooklet, 973 Martinborough 452 Berg, Bernt, Central Road, Newman 376 5°4 Todd, Charles, Masterton Chas., Pigeon Bush, Featherston 3"4 Bertelsen, H. C, 94 224 Tringham, 3096 2 Nil Tullock, L., Halford, Martinborough 2674 2520 Blackley, James, Alfredton '5 Tully Brothers, Longbueh, Gladstone 9525 10488 Blake, Charles, Hutewai, Waterfalls 256 428 811 Blatcbford, J.,Willow Farm, Opaki 1000 800 Tully Brothers, Gladstone Mauriceville C. Greytown 2217 Blewett, Charles, 385 294 Tully, J., Papawai, 100 Nil Tully, John (Executors of), Ngawhakaakupe, 20788 22000 Boothe, L. H., Masterton Bothamley, A. T., Fernridge, Masterton 400 34° Martinborough 662 Tunuiarangi, H. P., Henana, Gladstone 1230 Nil Bourke Brothers, Eketahuna ... I 3°° Hamua ••■ 9Z6 Turiahira Paraone, Gladstone 400 700 Bourke, David, 874 Tyre, Hannah, Battersea, Martinborough ... 2096 2748 Bouetead, John, Alfredton ... 1892 1767 Peatherston Bowie, John, Otahuia, Alfredton ... j 254 Nil Tyre, Hannah, Panton Camp, ... 213 358 IOlO Udy, John, Temato, Carterton 1112 54 Boys, John, Mauriceville ... Brading, Frank, Thorpe, Tenui 81 IOO Udy, Josiah, Carterton 695 ... 1612 Udy, William, Platform Farm, Greytown 687 Nil Bragg, J. W., Peep-o'-Day, Eketahuna 2075 1818 Brannigan, Robert, Alfredton ... 32 15° Udy and Campbell, Matarawa, Greytown ... 1406 Makuri 282 (Extrs. of), Bank View, Gladstone W° Brannigan, William, Waterfalls, ... J Vennell, S. 3290 433° 5521 Vile, Josiah, Meadow Bank, Peatherston ... 300 293 Bridge, Stewart, Navada, Ongaonga Nil Bright, F. J., Parkvale, Eketahuna ... 195 460 Wadham, P. and R., Carterton 30 i 162 Wakelin, R. A., Greytown 4'5 I 12Q Britt, Michael, Eketahuna 176 Walker, T., York Farm, Greytown 267 '83 Brodersen, Frederick, Mauriceville 354 353 The Cliffs, Martinborough Nil Broderson, John, Mauriceville ... ! 141 Wall, Charles, ... 500 Happy Valley, Aohanga 754 Wall, G. H. and A., Naranaraui, Carterton... 1100 Brodie, C. W., ... 678 J. and P., Martinborough 6600 55°° Brodie, Joeeph, Pongaroa '5' Wall, Thorplands, Tenui Wall, J. H., Pouatahi, Carterton 2000 1008 Brooks Brothers, 758 Wallace, J., Riverside, Peatherston 663 700 Brown, Alexander, Pongaroa 200 Greytown Brown, M. T., Hurley's Clearing, Masterton 1210 I5OO Ward, T., Morrison's Bush, 263 253 Mauriceville Ward, W. A., Gladstone 61 Nil Brown, Robert, 495 597 Warrington, Elizabeth, Carterton 13 '4 Bruce, G. A., Hillside, Dreyerton 809 896 Dreyerton 9 1 Waterson, George, Dalefield 54 73 Bryans, Humphrey, 126 Bryant, G. H., Rakaunui ... j I" 66 Wateraon, James, Dalefield Waikaraka, Masterton Welch, R. G., Matarawa '039 1094 Buchanan, W. C, ... 1i 45'8 54i8 White, George, Featherston ... 21 Budd, Walter, Dryers' Rock, Mauriceville ... II 5° 90 H.-23. 66

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No. of Sheoy on No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Buick, W. B., Bumside, Masterton 1875 2197 Dagg, R. D., Wangaehu, Masterton '875 2488 Burdon, W. C, Qlendonald, Bideford 300 Dampney Brothers, Rakaunui 254 Burke, James, Magterton 5° 95 Darvill, William, Hamua 3'° Burling, Alfred, jun., Alfredton 300 400 Davidson, John, Pleckville 155 '5 2 Burling, H., jun., Tawataia 77 Davie, J. M., Eketahuna 900 887 Burling, Arthur, Waterfall Creek, Alfredton 2100 2020 Davis, John, Alfredton 264 300 Burling, C. R., Tikaramonga, Aohanga 400 5°4 Dawson, Robert, Mauriceville 485 537 Burling, D F., Pongaroa 228 300 Dawsbn, Samuel, Newman 560 609 Burling, GK A., Pongaroa 30 58 Dawson, Samuel, Paikaiko, Mauriceville 600 600 Burling, H., jun.,Brooklands, Alfredton ... 6644 7000 Day, F. F., Tirohanga, Masterton ■234 Burling Brothers, Woodlands, Aohanga 7700 8689 Day, G., Awhine, Mauriceville 600 59° Burling, H. A., Grassendale, Tenui 62 90 Day, W., Tirohanga, Masterton 1085 Nil Burnett, Alex., Serpentine Farm, Masterton 670 Nil Deadman, J.E., Mauriceville 424 39' Burnett and Pike, Te Whiti, Cartel-ton 2598 2524 Deadman, W. F., Kaiparoro 191 Cameron, A. J., Bideford 1700 Deal, Alfred, Masterton 95 200 Cameron Allan, Fern Hill, Tenui 1400 Nil Debreceny, Paul, Pongaroa 200 Cameron Bros., Spring Hill, Tenui 454° 3928 Devonport, George Eketahuna 237 370 Cameron, D. J., Masterton 2820 2520 Dew, A. and T. W., Opaki 88 98 Cameron, D. J., Black Rock, Masterton 5°3° 4632 Dewhirst, Mary Ann, Herbertville '44 Cameron, H. and A., Okar, Master!on 1500 1870 Dickens, C. H., Rakaunui 102 Cameron, J., Fernside, Masterton 250 250 Dickens, W. S., Riverside, Tenui 660 800 Cameron, J. H., Rewa Rewa, Tenui 2018 Dickson, Robert, Mauriceville 300 3°3 Cameron, Robert, Snowdon, Masterton 3020 4526 Dixon, George, Manawa, Tenui ■4250 14600 Cameron, W. A., Bideford 13«3 1210 Donald, David, Masterton 353 206 Campbell and McLeod, Bideford 2020 2020 Donovan, S. W., Dreyerton 1502 1130 Campbell, Hugh, jun., Opaki 119 31 Donovan, W. H., Dreyerton 650 543 Campbell, Hugh, Rataniti, Masterton 1920 1920 Dorset, Emily, Hope Farm, Mauriceville 790 895 Campbell, John,Dryer's Rock, Opaki 547 790 Dorset, W. I-i., jun., Mauriceville 490 600 Campbell, John, Masterton 55° 500 Downes, Arthur, Rangaroa, Brancepeth 613 894 Campbell, Robert, Masterfcon 338 537 Drew, G. L. H., St. Clare, Rongornai 729 Carlsen, Christen, Fernridge, Masterton 110 Nil Drummond, G. M. R., Otahuao, Masterton.., 4529 4060 Carrigan, John, Mangamahoe 194 254 Duckett, John, Mikimiki, Maeterton 7i 76 Carroll, John, Mauriceville '5 2 •93 Dunderdale, F. H., Alfredton 334 295 Carswell, J. W., Bideford 238 397 Dunn, Ellen, Tawataia 300 Cave, A. W., Woodleigh, Masterton 4100 3666 Dunn, George, Pongaroa IOO Cederholm, E. A., Rotopanga, Alfredton ... 240 Dunn, Henry, Woodcroft, Eketahuna 580 5'5 Chalmers, F. B., Fernyhurst, Taueru 5061 4599 Dunn, Matthew, Whakataki 100 152 Chalmers, F. E., Fernyhurst, Taueru 2008 1251 Dunn, Michael, Mount Wolff, Danevirke ... 5' 182 Chamberlain, E. E., Meku Meku, Masterton 2920 2080 Eaton, Ernest, HaweraRoad, Hamua 197 228 Chamberlain, G-. E., Masterton '5° Nil Edwards, Alfred, Eketahuna 45 •S3 Chamberlain, T. E., Masterton 12 25 Edwards, C, Alfredton 500 054 Christie, David, Eketahuna 161 Elder and Co., Langdale, Maeterton 11460 12193 Christensen, Hans, Fernhill, Masterton 200 200 Elkine, Jessie, Dreyerton 490 51° Christensen, H. J., Opaki, Masterton 193 225 Emslie, W. W., Rongomai 5S8 Clapham, Alfred, Alfredton "95 1192 Evans, E. B., Hastwell 250 266 Claridge, William, Tawataia 99 96 Evans, Frederick, Masterton 100 '■3 Clark, H. C, Makuri '3 Everett, W., View Field, Masterton 184 250 Clemens, E. W., Mount Wolff 41 Falconer, David, Masterton IOO 200 Clifford, Thomas, Mount Wolff 70 Falconer, James, Wangaehu, Masterton 1000 1000 Clulow, James, Eketahuna 593 482 Falconer, W. L., Pine Grove, Masterton 1600 •57° Coe, W. E., Pongaroa 121 Falkner, Alfred, Eketahuna 601 1042 Cole, W. M., Fernridge, Masterton 180 Nil Falloon, Henry, Pine Bank, Masterton 998 1000 Collerton, W. T., Tenui '32 162 Farrer, Emily M., Bideford 337 Collie, J. and A., Daivatae, Akitio 5°3 704 Farrow, Joseph, Eketahuna 9' 184 Collins, Greorge, Mangamahoe 140 Nil Fenwick, J. F., Serpentine Farm, Masterton 800 Colquhoun, John, Kaikutu, Masterton 485 1042 Fly Bros., Alfredton 297 37° Colville, Greorge, Eketahuna 793 1000 Foreman, James, Tenui 270 288 Colway, James, Masterton 85 52 Forsberg, Charles, Mauriceville 556 498 Cook, Albert, Opaki, Masterton '5° Nil Fowler Brothers, Mangamahoe 586 485 Cook, William, Opaki, Masterton 400 283 Freer, J. R., Alfredton •93 260 Jooper, H. T., Mangaone Valley, Eketahuna 460 457 French, W. H., Newman 295 286 Cooper, J. C, Mangamahoe 886 900 Garratt, George, Taueru 190 186 Cooper, William, Tarunaruna, Masterton ... "59 George, J. H., Roaroa, Alfredton 383 Corbin, F. W.. Eketahuna 198 George, J. S., Alfredton 774 604 Corrigan, Patrick, Mangamahoe 187 290 Gifford, Jacob, Waihora, Masterton 79 Cosgriff, Daniel, Eketahuna 500 500 Gilbert Brothers, Coonoor 5' Cotter, Pierce, Mangamahoe 573 49° Giles, Thomas, Dreyerton 200 Cotter, Selina, Opaki 559 53° Gill, C. E., Alfredton 180 Cottiss, James, Dreyerton 280 Gillan, G. H., Waiparika 13 58 Cottle, J. J., Pine Grove, Masterton 800 Nil Girdwood, T. P., Kilmery, Masterton 4052 4635 Coulter, Mary Ann, Opaki 102 97 Goodban, Edward, Blean, Eketahuna 274 236 Cox, J. G:., Mai, Tenui 4000 4026 Goodinogh Brothers, The Knoll, Alfredton... 8 187 Cox, William, Mai Whakataki 60 Graham, George, Eketahuna J? 124 Creswell, T. C, Masterton 92 75 Grand, E., Tawataia 191 ■83 Cripps, Thomas, Seven Oaks, Tenui '93 190 Grant's (Trustees), Moroa Park, Alfredton .. 2833 3025 Croft, Gγ. T., Eketahuna 350 Nil Gray, William, Mount Hermon Mauriceville 209 252 Cronin, Denis, Alfredton 500 Green, John, Rosebank, Pongaroa 300 300 Cross, John, Glen Side, Tenui 3000 2927 Groves, F. W., Tenui 662 597 Cross, William, Poplar Grove, Alfredton 800 IOOO Groves, A., Bute, Tenui 1 167 1187 Curtis, Alfred, Coralin Farm, Tawataia 80 197 Groves, J. W., Whakaroro, Tenui 693 677 'Cutler, Alfred, Hukunui 100 Groves, John, Bush Grove, Tenui 2685 2695 Dagg, H. J., Masterton 1300 1579 Groves, T. H., Tawatia, Eketahuna 893 891 Dagg, J. G-., Spring Valley, Masterton 364 390 Guild, David, Wangaehu, Masterton 1990 '794 Dagg, B. D., Upper Plain, Masterton 588 370 Gundersen, Gunder, Mauriceville ,, 28 25 67 H.—23.

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JN'o.of Sheep ou No. of Sheep on April 30, April SO, April 30, April 3-\ 1897. 1898. 1897. 18»8.

Gurnett, Michael, Tawatea, Eketahuna 468 698 Kahumingi Estate, Taueru 11718 I I 2I 5 Gunther, John, Pongaroa 60 Kebbell Brothers, Te Hoe, Alfredton 6146 Hallberg, O., Mauriceville 7 Nil Kebbell, W. M., Springvale, Alfredton 557° 58.H Hambrook, F., Newman 3°° 294 Keene, Harrie, Nireaha 6l Hammond, M. G-., Wangaehu, Masterton ... 1050 1400 Kemble, T. P., Ernspast, Opaki 1422 1320 Handvside, Roberts, and Co., Marainanga, 3*5*8 36623 Kennedy, J. J., Opaki, Masterton ... I2OO Akitio Kennedy, Martin, c/o. Gleeson, Mauriceville 6671 7856 Harding, J. H., Eketahuna 7o8 890 Kibblewhite, Richard, Fernridge, Masterton 234 280 Harding, W. F., Taipos, Tenui 1096 1270 King and Carman, Eketahuna 260 Hardyment, J. A., Nireaba 46 Kilsby Brothers, Humua 1488 l6lO Hare, J., Eketahuna 270 3°3 Kjestrup, Jens, Rangitumau, Opaki •43 [30 Harris, E. G., Opaki 392 59° Koce, Joseph, Pleekville 132 132 Harris, Walter, Opaki 289 Nil Krosp, H., Eketahuna •43 262 Harris, Walter, Opaki, Masterton goo 893 Rummer, F. W. H., Kopuaroa, Mauriceville 1188 2287 Harvey, John, Rangitumau, Opaki i°73 1192 Kummer, W., Kopuaroa, Masterton • 25 75 Hawkins, F. S. Eketahuna 300 374 Laing, Brothers, Bideford 500 600 Hayes, Charles, Pongaroa 92 Laing, W. M., G-lencrieff, Bideford •35° 994 Hayes, John, Pongaroa 16 Lang, Charles, Bideford 483 600 Heayns, Charles, Mangamahoe 499 Lang, W. J., Langside, Bideford 1100 Nil Heckler, J. F., Forrest Downs, Mangamahoe '754 '594 Langdon Brothers, Ngapopatu, Tenui I259 '.85 Healy, Maurice, Mount Wolff 133 Langdon, J. S., Pinehurst, Tenui 687 790 Henderson and Foreman, Sherwood, Aohanga 883 K14 Larden and Atkins, Charwood, Aohonga 269 330 Herbert, H. L., Newman 347 235 Laren Brothers, Newman ■52 3°3 Herbert, J. and C, Hawkhuret, Opaki 1020 1014 Larsen, C. E., Eketahuna 97 93 Hessey, John, Sherwood, Masterton 400 74 Larsen, Hans, Mangamahoe •95 624 Hickman, G-. H., Tawataia 426 Larsen, J. and A., Mauriceville 399 395 Higgins, Charles, Newman 33 Larsen, Anders, Mauriceville 270 256 Higginson, H. S. A., Waterfalls 200 Larsen, L. and C, Mauriceville 4S6 4&5 Hillas, T. T., Mauriceville 490 55° Larsen, Peter, Mauriceville 459 484 Hislop, Joseph, Tane 98 Nil Laseen, Charles, Pongaroa 249 Hitchings, E. J., Beaumont, Masterton 6S7 Nil Lawrence, William, Eketahuna 690 598 Hives, J. A., Fernridge, Masterton 186 545 Lawson, C. E., Alfredton 120 Holes, John, Okau, Whakataki 198 220 Leach, H. W., Tent Flats, Alfredton 1300 1396 Holes, Richard, Hillside, Whakataki '5* 160 Lee and Hamlin, Maori Hill, Alfredton 3000 2500 Holmes Bros., Matahiwi, Masterton 10627 10486 Lemberg, V. R., Hamua 130 Nil Holmwood Brothers, Bushcroft, Masterton ■58 1600 Lenz, William, Kuripuni, Masterton 1386 1382 Holstein, H. R. W., Mauriceville 130 Nil Lett, T. P., Taueru 925 75° Hood and Walker, Glendonald, Masterton... 9767 10007 Levin and Co., Bowlands, Bideford '44°5 14090 Hood, Francis, Masterton '23 454 Liverton, W. A., Pakowai, Whakataki 7300 8oao Hopkins, George, Eketahuna 187 278 Liverton W. A., Mount Clyde, Masterton ... 1 5700 6000 Hopkins, W., Rangitumau, Masterton 149 Lowe, H. J., Eketahuna 612 536 Hornblow, R. E., Masterton 225 Nil Lowes Brothers, Mangaone, Eketahuna '397 1582 Hosking, W. H., Dr., Waihi, Masterton 5779 6486 Lowes, P. B., Rongomai ... 305 Houlbrooke, L., Waterfalls, Alfredton 192 141 Lucena, J. L., Wangaehu, Maeterton - 1000 856 Hourigan, James, Manaia, Masterton 3s6 556 Lucena, W. L. (Ex'rs of), Te Weriti, Mast'on 3684 5'7> Hudson, J. H., Newman 120 184 Lumb, Henry, Alfredton 400 Hull, J. B, Longslip, Tenui 824 992 Lunan, William, Dreyerton 499 396 Hunt, Brown, Bentwater, Masterton 1428 '545 Lund, Burtel, Newman 200 . 200 Hunt, Stephen, Waipatiki 41 Lund, Nils, Eketahuna 187 160 Husband, W. J., Mangamahoe 44° Nil Lunt, Charles, Waihi Falls, Weber 232 228 Ihipera Patuwai & Horiana Tihitia, Aohanga 4780 4247 Macara, James, Brookfield, Masterton 545 5.H Iorns, William, Tarunaruna, Masterton 1308 Nil Macdonald, P. S., Mangamahoe 117 92 Iraia Tamati, Homewood, Masterton 51 96 Mace, G-. W., Bramerton, Masterton 4257 4014 Irving, James, Tane, Pahiatua 526 Mace, John, Opaki ... 798 793 Jackson, Henry, Val d'Or, Dreyerton 1524 1770 Mackay, John, Kurumakenono, Masterton ... 700 808 Jackson, H. W., Belmont, Masterton 1600 i6op Mackersey, James, Heatherleigh, Masterton 8 Jackson, H. W., Beaumont, Masterton 400 Maika Matiaha, Kaiwhata, Masterton 35° .'44 Jackson, J. W., Wangaehu, Masterton 1294 1290 Mallabar, R. H., Mauriceville 126 745 Jacobs and Redwood, Waitae, Tane 1150 Nil Manaena Waka, Masterton 100 123 Jacobsen, T. K., Mauriceville 224 217 Malmanche, L., Mount Wolff, Danevirke ... •75 James, Henry, Woodlands, Masterton '2065 2115 Manning, George, Dreyerton 600 585 Janett, Fredk., Mangamahoe 166 335 Marshall, Charles, Pongaroa 40 Jensen, Hans, Masterton 45° 388 Martin, Albert, Mangaone 1080 985 Jensen, J. P. W., The Round Hill, Tawataia 204 179 Martin, J. H., Fernridge, Masterton 120 ■ 87 Jensen, MathiaB, Mauriceville '35 150 Mason, T. B., Newman 90 100 Jensen, N. P., Pleckville, Eketahuna 200 192 Mason, Walter, Newman 192 178 Jensen, Peter, c/o. Jas. Donald, Featherston 97 95 Matheson, W. B., Eketahuna 693 687 Jewett, J. H., Woodbank, Waterfalls 182 297 Matthews, Alfred, Masterton 594 594 Johansenand Butement, Masterton 478 Nil Mathews, John, Maurieeville 5°5 Johns, A. and B., Pongaroa 9 1 58 Maunsell, R. and F., Tenui 22684 13336 Johnson, Aaron, Mauriceville 5° '53 Mawley, S., Ditton, Masterton 6940 6936 Johnson,Augustus, Myrtle Holme, Masterton 378 368 McAlister, Duncan, Rakaunui 80 '5° Johnson, M. and P., Eketahuna 18 Nil McAlister, Robert, Moant Wolff, Danevirke 44 Johnson, Olaf, Mauriceville J53 254 McAnnulty, F., Eketahuna 28 Nil Johnston, A., Cumloden, Masterton 294 90 McDonald, John,Eketahuna 1360 1460 Johnston J., Bideford 455 400 McG-overn, Michael, Bideford ... j 400 657 Johnston, Robert, Makora, Mastertou 180 McGregor, D., Fernridge, Masterton 846 706 Johnston, W. W., Castlepoint 9286 1 "45 McGregor, James, Lower Manaia, Masterton •45' •5>8 Jones, A. P., Mount Wolff 84 McGruddy, William, Mangamahoe ... 395 496 Jones, E. jun., Masterton 70 Nil McHutchon, A., Whakataki 263 490 Jones, W. A., Mauriceville 1000 Nil Mclntvre, John, Pongaroa 29 Jorgensen, Jens, Mauriceville' 58 73 McKay, George, Burneide, Masterton 2400 2500 Judd, J. and G., Manaia, Masterton '365 1164 McKay, Robert, Koperangi, Dreyerton 473 1156 Judd, W. and J., Mauriceville .., 1987 2874 McKenzie, A., Maeterton IOOO 1 ooc H.—23. 68 WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

McKenzie, Alexander, Opaki ioo 140 Percy Brothers, Tividale, Bideford 252O 2420 MeKenzie, D., Myrtle Farm, Dreyerton 1063 747 Perry, Charles, Newman 20 1OO McKenzie, D., Woodlands, Masterton 1993 259' Perry, J. P., Sulphur Wells, Masterton 2554 2478 McKenzie, Evan, Conon, Dreyerfcon 685 700 Perry, Walter, Masterton 2173 2065 McKenzie, James, Boyne Terrace, Masterton .96 Person, Anders, Pongaroa 190 332 McKenzie, R., Fernridge, Masterton 120 290 Perston, W. E. and Son, Te Roto, Masterton 24OO 2430 McKenzie, Walter, Maurieeville 85s 983 Petersen, Hemming, Pleckville, Eketahuna... 293 263 McKenzie, William, Burnside, Masterton ... 3800 Petersen, Ole, Mangamahoe 7' 87 McKillop, Charles, Masterton 166 93 Petersen, P. A., Hastwell 100 1O5 McLachlan, Colin, Landle, Opaki 197 198 Petersen, Peter, Nireaha 153 200 McLachlan, D., Tirohango, Opaki 912 882 Petersen, P. M., Mauriceville 93 182 McLachlan, Donald, Dreyerton 280 Petersen, Theodor, Mauriceville '33 '34 McLachlan, J., Coruanan, Masterton 606 353 Peterson, August, Opaki, Dreyerton 299 194 McLeay, J. P., Masterton 909 1220 Pharazyn, C. B., Hutmga, Dreyerton 5447 McLeod, A. J. View Park, Tawataia 280 Nil Phillips, George, Alfredton 374 '364 McLeod, Alexander, Opaki, Masterton 72s 740 Piekett, T. and W., Pongaroa 1000 '258 MeMaster, Archibald, Miki Miki, Masterton 597 Pickett, Thomas, Whakataki 100 94 McNaughton, Walter, Glenlean, Masterton... 1832 Piripi and Tiwi Waaka, Te Pamu, Masterton 758 894 MePeak, John, Mauriceville 265 165 Pitcaithly Brothers, Eketahuna 1000 1286 McRae Brothers, Stronyar, Brancepetli 400 107 Platt, W., Mangamahoe 849 1208 MoRae, John, Waugaehu, Bideford 3478 4157 Pole, Isaac, Alfredton 100 160 Meech, Augustus, Springlanda, Aohanga 1096 1186 Poulson, Paul, Bideford 280 299 Medill, James, Tenui 200 Power, James, Aohanga 76 10 298 6 Meredith, E., Llandeff, Masterton 410 129 Power, Thomas, Mauriceville 575 59 Meredith, J. M., Riversdale, Masterton 4292 ; 4368 Prentice, Albert, Masterton 53 16 Millar, William, Opaki j 600 Preston, William, Eketahuna 388 '54 Miller, J. C, Glendonald, Bideford 87 138 Priest, Samuel, Eketahuna '73 233 Miller, J., Fernlands, Bideford 2849 3198 Pyke, Henry, Wangaehu, Masterton 495 Milner, Daniel, Pongaroa '5° Raleigh, S. K , Alfredton 24 Morgan. A. E., Kaiparoro I 3' Ranby, J. W., Dyer's Rock, Mauriceville ... 445 589 Maurieeville Moore, Fred., Ngaionui, Masterton *54 224 Rasmussen, Hans, 75 76 Moore, George, Eparaima, Masterton 45 69 4734 Rasmussen, S. H., Mauriceville 295 29S Morris Brothers, Alfredton 308 231 Reardon, Denis, Mount Wolff 93 Morris, Benjamin, Eketahuna 160 300 Remington, Henry, Rose Bank, Opaki 808 800 Morrison, J. (Exrs. of),Blairlogie, Masterton 16860 '5740 Richards, George, Hastwell 864 Morrison, John (Exors.of),Otahaua, Masterton 2900 2300 Roadley, C, 82, CubaStreet, Wellington ... °3 ,63 Mortensen, J., Mauriceville 98 100 Robieson, James, Cavelande, Masterton 937 898 Mowbray, H. E., Hamua 1881 1116 Robinson, F. E,, Waterfalls, Alfredton '104 152 Munro, George, Mauriceville 300 Nil Rose, B. J., Mauriceville 580 1170 Munro, Hector, Kuripuni 200 200 Roy, John, Eketahuna "182 '95 Murray, A., Momona, Alfredton ... 782 796 Russell, A. H. T., Fairfield, Waipawa 1263 Nil Mutrie, A., Springfield, Masterton ... 400 244 Rutherfurd, John, Wairere, Bideford 910 1082 Nagel, William, Pleckville, Eketahuna 396 381 Sage, G. C, Masterton 37 35 Napier, A., Strath Eden, Alfredton 2793 2876 Salter, Thomas, Fairy Hill, Maugamahoe ... 495 496 Nation, Isaac, Eureka, Tawataia 172 130 Saunders, E. K., Alfredton 400 600 Nation, William, Tawataia 80 Saunders, W. J.,Kaitawa, Alfredton 455° 4852 Neilson, Jens, Eketahuna 692 690 Savage, John,Tenui 344 506 Neilson, Magnus, Eketahuna 2725 2320 Scantlebury, N. B., Tawai, Masterton 265 961 Neilson, Swen,Eketahuna 1318 1214 Scharnweber, Heinrich, Eketahuna 500 595 Nelson Bros., Pori Road, Alfredton 2252 2564 Schofield, Joseph, Tenui 988 998 JSestor, Susan, Eketahuna 686 Nil Schorman, Harman, Eketahuna ,. v 486 375 Newcouibe, J. S. Pleckville 1700 1600 Schormaun, F. H., Eketahuna 190 Nicholls, Arthur, Penrose, Tenui 989 1087 Schow, L. A., Mauriceville 477 35° Nicholla, J., Newman 1268 688 Scott, David, Hamua 142 376 Nicholls, R. A., Brookdale, Masterton ... '585 1930 Sedcole, A. W. R., Mt. Wolff, Danevirke ... ■56 300 Robert, Mangaone Valley, Eketahuna. Sedcole, Henry, Hamua ... 266 467 Nicoll, 300 284 Nil Nielsen, Niels, Eketahuna 399 385 Shaw, F., Holmfield, Masterton 1400 Nielsen, Peter, Dryer's Rock, Mauriceville ... 355 Sheath and Hume, Aohanga 12220 1525° 383 Eketahuna Nitz, A. and R., Kaiwhata, Masterton ... 200 200 Sheehyn, D., 492 789 Nitz, IL, Kaiwhata, Masterton ... 2000 2000 Shirley, William, Alfredton 500 476 Nordell and Pennant, Nireaha 57 Simpson,A. S., Eketahuna 183 Nil Oates, Richard, Alfredton 490 680 Simpson, Arthur, Survey Office, Wellington 700 7/8 O'Connor, Brothers, Tenui, Whakataki 1696 1682 Sinclair, Donald, GHenroy, Whakataki 718 Nil O'Connor, John, Tenui 500 500 Sinclair, May, Katawa, Masterton 380 O'Connor, Tenui 100 180 Sinclair, Peter, Mangamahoe 453 531 Patrick, 82 81 O'Connor, Patrick, Mungapakeha, Tenui ... 310 396 Sivenson, Nils, Eketahuna O'Donnell, P., Mount Pleasant, Tawataia ... 100 100 Smith, Arthur, Rakaunui 55 O'Donnell, William, Alfredton 100 Small, Arthur, Sunnyside, Eketahuna 490 491 Olsen, Johan, Mangamahoe 146 199 Smart, J. T., Mauriceville 285 393 Osborne, O. H., Mulgrave, Dreyerton 280 Nil Smith, C. H., Mauriceville 70 Owen, Annie, Tenui 40 Nil Smith, E. J., Hamua 308 400 Pain, Susannah, Mikimiki, Masterton ... 45° 638 Smith, Eli, Eketahuna 45° 465 Palmer, F. G., Bushy Park, Dreyerton 393 400 Smith, George, Masterton 60 25 Parsons, Thomas, Eketahuna 484 332 Smith, John, Forest Flat, Alfredton 672 789 Parsonson, D. M., Rakaunui 65 Smith, T. F., Wairiri, Alfredton 406 525 Paulson, Niels, Bideford 27S 270 Smith, T. F., Whakataki 202 500 Pawson J. T., Barry's, Eketahuna '45 '34 Somerville, Grosset, Dalmeny, Aohanga 34° 35° Pawson, William, Eketahuna 196 1/8 Sorensen, Christian, Eketahuna 100 99 Payne and Cowley, Maurieeville 489 549 Souness, William, Pongaroa 300 Peagram, John, Alfredton 352 300 Sowry Brothers, Holly Farm, Hastwell 8 Nil Pedersen, H. P., Opaki 226 Speedy, D. and A., Flag Creek, Tenui 2978 3488 Pedersen, N els, Nireaha 88 Speedy, W. and G , GHenwai, Tenui 2500 35°o i Nil Percy Brothers, Thornton, Maeterton $22 34° Spencer, C. L., Tawataia 3'8 Percy Brothers, Alfredton 795 495 Staiiiton, W. G., Mangaone, Eketahuna 378 Nil 69 H.-23.

WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST— continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on

April 30, April 30, April 30, April 80,S< 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Steedman, James, Wangaehu, Masterton ... 1117 978 Wilton, Elijah, Bideford 697 1093 Stempa, August, Upper Plain, Masterton ... ■5° 5° Wilton, Henry, Bideford 508.DO 485 Stephenson, Alexander, Alfredton 476 Wilton, J. J., Bideford H3 275 Stewart, Alexander, Dreyerton '395 1274 Wilton, B. and M., Upper Plain, Masterton 498 603 Stewart, C. F., Wellington 34 Nil Wilton, Thomas, Masterton 224 Stewart, H. J., Katawa, Masterton '97 Nil Wilton, T. R., Masterton 97 199 Stewart, James (Exors. of), Waitiwhiti, Tenui 3000 Wilton, William, Kuripuni 373 650 Stewart, John,Dreyerton 275 282 Wilton and Oliver, Moa Lands, Mauriceville 1100 2300 Stilborn, J. B., Alfredton 293 262 Wingate, John, Meldrum, Tenui 1150 1289 Stilborn, Thomas, Burtonfields, Tenui 600 646 Woodhouse, J. G., Rakaunui 75 Stilborn, Thomas, Thorplands, Tenui 600 Nil Wrightson, A. H., Mangauiahoe 1212 998 Stone-Wigg, A. J., Pah Valley, Rongomai ... '95° '394 Wrigley, P. H., Opaki 1 IOO 1100 Stratford, Emily, Tenui 1000 1100 Wrigley, James, Bridge Creek, Masterton ... 2600 2380 Stratford, John,Woodhurst, Tenui 3°7 339 Yates, Edward, Masterton I5O 3' Stuckey, J., Te Eangitumau, Opaki 5755 538i Yates, John, Mastertoa IO 15 Suisted, B. B., Tane, Mangaone 667 Nil Youle, T. T., Newman 160 Sunnex Brothers, Eketahuna 100 Nil Youngson, John, " The Bend," Mauriceville 580 577 Sykes, G. R., White Bock, Masterton 380 285 Sykes, Isaac, Fernridge, Masterton 58s 547 819,636 857.3" Tait, Christopher, Dreyerton 88 65 Tankersley, E. T., Forest Home, Opaki 184 247 PAHIATUA COUNTY. Taplin, J. H., Masterton 666 586 Abraham and Williams, Pahiatua 250 Tatham, F. E., Homewood, Masterton 7090 7028 Anderson, Allan, Pahiatua 597 497 Tatham, J H., Homewood, Masterton 141 190 Anderson, Anders, Nikau 786 Nil Taucher, Robert, Hastwell '83 3° Anderson, F. L., Makuri . 636 622 Taylforth, John, Fernridge, Masterton H Anderson, John, Konini 400 Taylor, Thomas, Beaumaris, Masterton 2996 2996 Arery, Charles, Brightfield, Pahiatua 379 Nil Te Ao Anaru and Wairohu te Huki, Taueru 250 300 Arery, George, Pahiatua 132 Nil Tehiwa Paku, New Home, Masterton 200 283 Avery, Stephen, Pahitua 279 296 Thomasen, J. J., Eketahuna 194 398 Avery, Thomas, Konini 640 500 Thomasen, John, Waiwhaka, Eketahuna 210 287 Ayrton, John, Scarborough 445 610 Thomson, Peter, Eketahuna 100 Ayrton, T., Scarborough, Pahiatu 837 797 Thomson, 8. D., Norwood, Newman 35' 4°5 Baker. H., Kumeroa, Woodville 376 Nil Thorby, H. E., Hastwell 128 346 Balfour, A. J., Pahiatua 45 64 4754 Tildesley, E., Ranten Hill, Mauriceville 595 626 Bank of New South Wales, Masterton 2960 2804 Tobin, James, Pongaroa ■53 Barker, James, Mangamahoe 502 455 Tomlinson, E., Eketahuna 484 576 Barrell A., Mangatainoka 75 Toogood, H. O., Kohiwai, Masterton 4919 55°° Baron, John,Konini 284 250 Toogood, H. O., Orui, Masterton 7466 7065 Baucke, Edward, Pahiatua i 5° Nil Toohill, D. E., Eketahuna 280 80 Bayley, W. and G., Ngaturi, Pahiatua 3625 2626 Tornquist, Victor, Mauriceville 320 271 Beech, J. J., Rock Road, Pahiatua 574 5°° Transom, C, Mt. Wolff, Danevirke 5° '75 Beech, J. P., Konini 899 1000 Transom, J., Mt. Wolff, Danevirke '94 294 Beetham, C. E., Pahiatua 2276 1717 Trass, George, Masterton 25 70 Berriman, Andrew, Kaitawa 92 64 Tripe, W. A., Hamua 1268 Nil Berry, Emma, Makairo 298 268 Turner and Co., NativeReserve, Bketahuna 300 400 Berry, J. S., Makuri 268 306 Twentyman, Wilson, Hamua 396 220 Berry B rothers, Makuri 93 Nil Tyler, Morris, Eketahuna 191 354 Best, Walter, Pahiatua 93 '23 Udy, W. J., Hamua 576 545 Birch, W. J., Pahiatua 4203 3760 Von Reden, F., Annadene, Eketahuna 992 1130 Bisset, J. S., Rock Road, Pahiatua 963 970 Vosseler, G-eorge, Kaiparoro '52 Blatherwick, Wm., Makomako 199 199 Waaka Tioi, Brancepeth 122 100 Blewett, Jesse, Makakahi 250 343 Wadham, B., Fernridge, Masterton 61 76 Bolton, Samuel, Kohinui (Oete) 395 Wadliam, Edward, Masterton 98 200 Bolton, Samuel, Oete, Woodville 1620 1670 Wakelin, Arthur, G-lendonald, Masterton ... 194 '95 Bone, C, Makairo 249 25' Wakelin Brothers, G-range, Mangamahoe 667 851 Bottomley, Godfrey, Pahiatua 12 4° Walker, James, Rongomai 74 109 Bourke, John, Hamua 785 767 Walsh, Edward, Eketahuna 300 300 Bower, D. J., Woodville 70 Nil Walsh, James, Tawataia 289 Nil Bredow, R. F., Makairo 560 557 Wardell, V. and W., Te Whiti, Masterton ... 6150 5055 Breeds, James, Pahiatua 1852 1812 Warren, H., and Co., Tiraumea, Alfredton ... 9727 10436 Britland, Joseph, Pahiatua 346 367 Warner, W. H., Rakaunui 25 Broughton Brothers, Ngaturi, Pahiatua 722 1656 Watson, A. E., Alfredton '54 '53 Brown, Alexander, Ngaturi, Pahiatua 190 100 Watson, George, Manaia, Masterton 100 102 Brown, J. G., Pahiatua 700 Watson, William, Masterton 408 343 Burgess, F. G., Makuri, Pahiatua 1300 1000 Welch, G. H., Te Mara, Opaki 1117 1328 Burnett, William, Kumeroa 405 5°5 Welch, J.and A., Willow Park, Masterton ... 1272 1198 Burrell and Chambers, Mangatainoka 127 Nil Welch, J. R., Pairau, Masterton 788 691 Cade, Robert, Mangatainoka •5° 97 Welch, R. R. (Exors. of), Pirau, Masterton 5°° 5°° Callaghan, Michael, Woodville 403 475 R. R. Welch, (Exors. of), Oakdale, Masterton 1017 1016 Campbell, William, The Gorge, Woodville ... 20 63 Welch and Day, Maungamahoe 1187 '399 Carmichael, A. J., Kaitawa 94' 825 Welch, W. J.,Westbrook, Masterton '475 1500 Carrutliers, W. R., Makuri 988 996 Wellings, George, Eketahuna 373 Carvolth, Richard, Scarborough 5< 182 Weston, Charles, Alfredton 228 298 Champion, James, Pahiatua 479 400 Whatman Brothers, Abbotsford, Masterton 5°35 5038 Clemens, G. E., Hamua 203 Nil White, Frank, Tane, Pahiatua 894 993 Close, W., Pahiatua 2 5 408 White, T. C. H., Pah Valley, Rongomai 93° 995 Clulow, John, Pori 700 898 Whiting, Joseph, Mangamahoe 273 Cody, John,Balance, Pahiatua 597 689 Willcocks, W. H., Eketahuna 90 290 Cole, P. A., Konini 1 '3 61 Williams and Beetham, Annedale, Tenui ... 29325 25744 Collie, G. H.,Woodville 1687 1837 Williams & Beetham, Lansdowne, Masterton 2625 2389 Collison, John, Makuri 416 Wilson, Frederick, Eketahuna 285 184 Connall, James, Pahiatua 196 ■95 Wilton Brothers, Rata Hill, Bideford 599 836 Cooper Brothers, Konini 785 800 Wilton, C. F., Masterton 55° 494 Corkill, James, Pahiatua 647 598 H.—23. 71 WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1898. 1897. 1898. 1897.

572 Cornelius, Harry, Mangahao, Pahiatua 8oo 800 Hay, J. R., Mangahao 59° Costall, A. E., Pahiatua 693 574 Helleur, F., Nikau, Pahiatua 2OO Nil 2OO 200 Cotter, Jeremiah, Makuri 254 Nil Henderson, James, Pahiatua Coyles, Stewart, Makairo 272 495 Henderson, Thomas, Hamua 892 814 C01, J.E ,Kohinui 426 539 Herlihy, John, WoodTille .96 Makuri 707 Crawford Brothers, Woodville 692 54' Hewett, C. R., 82S Pahiatua 22O Crawford, H. E. V., Mangaone, Pahiatua ... 2177 2,376 Heywood, H. M., Ivail, 55° Crawford, J. T., Pahiatua 688 797 Hind, Herbert, Alfredton 296 344 Creahan, James, Creverse, Kaitawa 250 253 Hislop, Ben, Makuri 300 Crewe, J. D. C, Pahiatua 64 Nil Hodgins Brothers, Tane 2632 3368 Croad, Henry, Ballanee 36 2 5 Holder, H. R., Woodville 574 537 Crotty, J. and W., Nikau, Pahiatua 280 Nil Howard, William, Kaitawa ■ 557 632 Dampney, C. T., Rakanui, Makuri 102 Nil Hughes, E. J., Pahiatua 290 Darley, William,Laurel Farm, Pahiatua ... 7 1 45 Hughes, P., Pahiatua 847 493 Davenport, J. H., Ashley Grove, Kaitawa ... 10 Nil Hughes, H. H., Pahiatua 200 354 Hull, Mrs. E., Tiraumea, Pahiatua 160 200 Davis, E.. Z., Makuri Valley, Pahiatua 264 182 Dearlove, W. R., Pahiatu* 799 558 Hurley, Thomas, Hamua '53 Delahanty, Timothy, Makuri 525 200 Husband, W. J., Pahiatua 300 1197 800 Ibbotson, N. W., Makairo* 5'° 680 Dew, Samuel, Ngaturi Nil Diamond Brothers, Lyme "Regis, Kaitawa ... 592 7/6 Irving, Dr. James, Alfredton 385 Diamond, Joseph, Crossland, Coonoor 124 Jack, A. J., Makairo 379 397 Dick Brothers, The Grange, Ngaturi 794 598 Jacobs, Henry, Oolyton, Eeilding 1948 Pahiatua James, Thomas, Pahiatua 50 47 Dick, John, Makuri, 835 465 Nikau Donald, Donald, Makuri 1200 Jamieson and Hewitt, 497 Makuri Nil Jennings, John, Te Arua, Coonoor 500 249 Donald, Elizabeth, 500 Makomako Doney, W. F.. Woodville 475 445 Johnson, Sydney, Marima, 1624 Pahiatua Nil Jowers, C. H., Kaitawa 8 190 Dri»kall, J. P., Chesterfield, 488 12 Dumbleton, A. R., Mungatainoka 11 Jowere, James, Mangahao 13 Dunning, Walter, Makuri 990 1082 Kay, L. V., Mangahao, Ballance 298 39° 3°3 388 Eaton, Gk H., Ballance 600 Kayser, George, Pahiatua Eaton, J. B., Konini 59 39° Kelly, Hugh, Pahiatua 200 271 2 Kelly, Patrick, sen., Coonoor, Makuri .36 203 Egan, Sylvester, Nikau, Mangahao 275 S Nil Eglinton, A. D., Ngaturi, Pahiatua 787 783 Kennedy, John, Mangahao 140 1000 889 Eglinton, H. B., Pahiatua 798 788 Kilsby, James, Hamua Eising, Carl, Makomako 4°5 King, John, Pahiatua 670 506 Eketahuna 1100 1261 Ellingham, R. C, Makairo,Woodville 1400 I 1400 Kingdon, T. M., Tane, 261 Knight, Edgar, Pahiatua 35° 3>9 EUmers, John,Woodville 289 686 Emslie, W. W., Rongomai, Eketahuna 478 538 Knight, J. P., Pahiatua 267 Engstrom, Charles, Makairo .182 480 Knight. R. D., Pahiatua 566 754 Escott, J. H., Woodville 250 500 Knox, Andrew, Kaitawa 483 599 600 Komonski, J., Nikau 27 353 Falconer, I., Miro Farm, Kumeroa 820 60 Farrelly, John, Konini 6.39 Krivan, Joseph, Palmerston North Field, G. R., Kaitawa 1000 800 Lambert, H. A., Tane 1299 1272 Makakahi Nil Lehndorf, A. P., Woodville 373 485 Fisk, H. W, 40 Hukanui Flett, David, Kaitawa 42 5° Lemberg, V. K., '3° 132 Fouhy and Mangahao 800 880 Lloyd, M. I, P., Pahiatua 690 794 Cornelius, Fouhy, Thomas, Makomako 200 Logan, W. H. A., Woodville 39° .92 Kaitawa 295 40 Lonergan Robert,. Kaitawa 306 R. Fraser, J., Konini 162 101 Galloway, John, Woodville 862 Nil Lucena, A. H., Makakahi, Gardner Brothers, Makomako 791 Lund, Olaf, Nikau, Mangahao 5°4 170 2262 Luoni, Elizabeth, Mangatainoka 387 384 Gawith, C. F.. Masterton ■93° Nil Gawley, Charles, Kaitawa, Pahiatua 21 300 Mackle, Thomas, Nikau 130 Makomako Manson, J. and P , Pahiatua 577 365 Gilbert, A. and F., •5° Gilbert Brothers, Pahiatua 20 20 Manson, Olaf, Kaitawa 198 Makuri Nil Marsh, A. C, Eureka Ranehe, Pahiatua ... 1093 1222 Glenny, William, 030 Mangahao 260 Gower, Alfred, Scarborough, Pahiatua " 200 Martin, William, 398 Goodwin. W. H., Penshurst, Makakahi 500 457 Matheeon, Mary, Pahiatua 39° 400 Gregg, Richard, Pahiatua 798 990 Matheson, William, Ballance 42 Gregory, John, Pahiatua 35° 435 Maxted, Thomas, Pahiatua 696 500 McCardell, W. W., jun., Pahiatua 300 100 Grice, W. L., Nikau 700 Nil Griffith, G. H., Makakahi 407 McCardle, James, Scarborough, Pahiatua ... ■77 Griffith, Joses, Konini, Pahiatua 193 197 McCardle, W. W., Pahiatua 400 200 210 McCarthy, James, Kaitawa 395 386 Groves, Frank, Mangahao 87 Nil Groves and Porter, Coonoor '4 McCarthy, Patrick, Kaitawa 20 McColl, Alexander, Makuri 213 Guerin, James, Pahiatua 404 392 Nil John, Konini 190 McDonald, Charles, Woodville 255 Guerin, 680 5°° Guerin, Michael, Kaitawa 3°o 600 McDonald, William, Woodville Pahiatua 600 MoEnnis, Daniel, Nikau 81 100 Haliburton, Robert, 647 Pahiatua 6 Edwin, Scarborough, Pahiatua 225 209 McFarlane, A., Scarborough, 45 400 Hall, Kaitawa 396 499 Hall, John, Pahiatua 1000 1100 McG-owan, Robert, Nil McKay, Alexander, Pahiatua 200 100 Halliburton, John, Makairo, Woodville 37° 616 William, Kohinui 664 McKay, Robert, Kumeroa 575 Halliday, 287 Pahiatua 10 William, Summerlce, Kohinui 480 McKenny and Martin, 230 Halliday, Coonoor 304 Hambrook, T. H., Hamua '945 1863 McKenzi'e, Roderick, 4.6 20 McKenzie, William, Burnside, Masterton ... 930 Hansen, N. P. F., Ngaturi 16 280 Harding and Adams, Mangatainoka 40 57 McLachlan, W. Gh, Kaitawa 198 Harding, John, Mangahao 1299 1130 McLeod, Harry, Ballance 23 41 Harding, Sarah (Executors of), Woodville 594 370 McLeod, John, Ngaturi 149 1 '355 ... McLeod, William, Makomako Harris, David, Ballance 20? 100 224 36 Ballance 8 Nil Miller, Brothers, Tauroa, Ngaturi 2794 1669 Harris, James, J. Kaitawa 393 Harris, J. H., Woodville 59' Miller, M., 561 ■■ Miller, Joseph, Ballance 280 154 Harris, Thomas, Mangahao 67 593 Nil Riversdale, Woodville 353 314 Milne, Alexander, Sorleach, Kohinui 262 Harris, William, 2100 Hay, Benjamin, Ballance 59' 573 Milne, J.A., Ngaturi 1900 72 H.—23.

WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. WELLINGTON-WEST COAST—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Mitchell, Richard, Nikau 182 82 Smith, A. T., Makairo 3^5 Mitchell,W., Pernlea, Pahiatua 1463 "73 Smith, Jesse, Mangatainoka 298 480 Moghan, Anthony, Makairo 234 Smith, John, Kaitawa 80 Mangahao, Pahiatua 2100 Smith, Robert, Pahiatua 906 Monckton Brothers, ... 2877 1268 Monteith, J. H., Woodville '445 Smith W. B,., Kohinui Moore, Emma, Springbank, Konini 800 Nil Sobye, Arthur, Kaitawa 299 442 Moore, W. J., Makuri 543 1076 Sonness, William, Pongaroa 172 Nil Morgan, Richard, Tiraumea, Woodville 232 270 Sowry, Ernest, Kohinui '9 15 Morris, J. P., Mount Marchant, Pahiatua ... 751 744 Stewart, A. A. C,, Makuri 373 Morris, William, Ballance 96 40 Stewart, Peter, Ballig Farm, Pahiatua 908 654 Mortensen, P., Makakahi 1036 1000 Stewart, Peter, Pahiatua (Mangone) 210 Moss, Joseph, Pahiatua 575 12 Strange, B. H., Pori, Alfredton 300 Murphy, P. J., Kohinui 597 577 Stringer, George, Carisbrook, Mangatainoka 4°5 Nil Narbey, A. A., Makuri '52 '55 Suisted, B. B. S., The Glen, Tane 907 Nelson, John, Kaitawa 585 854 Sullivan, Edward, Pahiatua 306 Nil Nestor, Susan, Kohinui 646 Swan, Mrs. M. J., Kaitawa, Pahiatua 499 486 Nevins, H. A., Annedale, Tenui 943 1056 Syder, W. G., Kaitawa 494 395 Nielsen, P. C, Hamua 290 270 Tansey, Matthew, Coonoor 386 396 O'Neil, John, Ballance 293 280 Taylor, Charles, Totara Boad, Woodville ... 435 385 Orr, William, Kirklands, Tane 400 306 Taylor, W. J., Makuri 100 .36 Road, Pahiatua 810 Thomas, Bichard, Kaitawa 380 166 Page, F. T., Central 960 Woodville Parker, J. J., Wicklow Hills, Makuri 168 Nil Thomas, William, Terrace Farm, 48 '3 Parsons, Charles, Ivyton Farm, Coonoor ... 65 Thompson, George, Kohinui, Pahiatua 554 429 Parsons, H. W., Coonoor, Makuri 204 250 Thompson, B. A., Nikau, Pahiatua 549 349 1100 Perry Brothers, Makuri 1000 1415 Tipping, James, Makairo, WoodviHe 1298 Peters, A. B., Mangahao 442 Nil Tonkinson, William, Coonoor 147 Petersen, Theodore, Hamua 199 136 Tripe, W. A., Hamua 1113 Pillans, Ht:gh, Pahiatua 991 953 Turkington, Samuel, Alfredton 566 593 Piper, F. A., Kohinui 4'5 772 Tylee, W. E. C, Makuri 2300 2300 Piper, J. D., Kohinui 690 982 TJdy, Charles, Ballance 210 Nil Pratt, T. H., Nikau 360 Verry, W. A., Konini, Pahiatua 300 300 Priest, J. T.,Woodville 18 Nil Vile, John, jun., Brook Farm, Pahiatua 787 537 Nil Puckle, Duncan, Pahiatua 492 Nil Wakelin, Oliver, Ballance 35 Beaufort, Konini Walker, Alexander, Pahiatua 609 Nil Quirk Brothers, 95° 93° 668 Quirk, P., ard Sons, Konini 1824 1722 Walker, G., Ngaturi 383 Rait, Mangatainoka 355 Walsh, Mary, Mangahao 640 5° 9 Henry, 406 826 Nil Rasmusaen, Peter, Mangahao 45' Nil Walsh, John, Pahiatua Reay, John, Owaka Farm, Makairo 692 1008 Warren Brothers, Pahiatua 2300 2290 Redman, John, Rock Farm, Konini 680 "94 Welch, Brothers, Nikau 400 586 Redman, William, Rock Road, Konini 648 698 Whitcombe, Eric, Meitapoor, Pahiatua 1297 >452 Reid, William, Mangatainoka 504 '75 Whitcombe, Eric, Henderson's, Makuri 400 494 Reimann, J. F. T., Hamua 248 Whitcombe, George, Engleiield, Pahiatua ... 1768 1423 Rhodes, R. H., Makuri, Pahiatua 1847 1768 Whitta, Thomas, Coonoor, Makuri 45« S3 1 Rodney, S. V., Makakahi 464 384 Whitton, J. H., care J. Smith, Hamua 194 144 Kaitawa Whyte, J. B., Tiraumea, Pahiatua 583 999 Roes, A., Riverside, 891 775 681 Ross, George, Kaitawa 96 149 Williams, J. S., Kohinui 607 J. M., Ratanui, Coonoor Willoughby, N. S,., Makuri 762 766 Rowe, 594 Rowse, Francis, Nikau 70 4 Wilson, B. C, Makuri IO59 1211 Ruskell, Thomas, Coonoor 691 696 Wilson, H. W., Makuri 544 543 Russell, G-eorge, Pahiatua 289 Wilton, H. K., Konini, 263 98 Sargent, William, Makomako 8 Nil Winter, George, Ngaturi •5 Saunders, William, Mangahao 202 140 Wishart, James, Mangatoro Valley 184 167 Scanlan, C, Kaitawa 7i 3° Woodley, Charles, Mangahao 34 12 Schofield, Emma, Springbank, Konini 545 Woolridge, T. J.,Konini 670 548 Scott Brothers, Makomako 684 Nil Wright, John, jun., Coonoor 300 243 Sidey, C. F., Waterfall Farm, M uri 66 254 Wyatt, Thomas, Mangahao 37° 387 Silverlock, W. G-., Coonoor 99 Yule, Alexander, Pahiatua 3°3 4°3 Simpson, P., Te Taremata, Pahiatua 295 Nil Yule, Donald, Hamua 1500 1534 Simpson, Robert, Kohinui 46 Sinclair, J. A., Ballance 22 8 "7S»254 181,472 Sinclair, James, Riverside, Mangahao 25 Nil

MARLBOROUGH-NELSON DISTRICT. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON— continued. No. of Sheep on RETURN showing the Sheepowners and the Number April 30, April 30, of Sheep and Lambs in each county on the 1897. 1898. 30th April, 1897, and 30th April, 1898. No. of Sheep on AUport, A., Stoke 121 98 Anderson, R., Suburban North 384 454 April 30, April 30, Edwin, 9° 1898. Andrews, Brightwater 98 1897. Andrews, B. and F., Brightwater 388 45° Andrews, Francis, Brightwater 59 6o WAIMEA COUNTY Andrews, J., Wakefield 2.3 3* (In Nelson Subdivision). Andrews and Grainger, Foxhill 48 Allanson, Rev. E., Wakefield 5 24 Arnold, James, Waimea West 63 67 Alborough, W. H., Suburban North 3° 44 Arnold, John, Waimea West 78 77 AUborough, William, Suburban North 68 '3' Arnold, Thomas, Foxhill 87 140 Wangamoa Suburban N. 74 Nil Arnold, William, Spring Grove I2O 126 Alexander, Robert, North 260 Allen, Mrs. Catherine, Foxhill 53 Austin, Thomas, Suburban 264 11—H. 23. H.—23. 73

MARLBOROUGH-NELSON— continued. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON— continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30. 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Baigent, Mrs. Alfred, Wakefield 96 80 Ellis, Robert, Motupiko I 100 900 Baigent, C. and G., Wakefield •94 190 Eyes, J. W., Wakefield 17. 179 Baigent, G. W., Wakefield 83 77 Eyles, Amelia, Richmond 26 40 Baigent, Isaac, Wakefield 18.? 220 Fairey Brothers and Boyce, Nelson 106 '50 Baigent, Joseph, Wakefield 45° 477 Fairhall, Benjamin, Wakefield 492 385 Baigent, S., Wakefield 198 300 Fairhall, G., Brightwater 284 89 Baker Brothers, Todd's Bush, Nelson 956 Nil Fairhall, Wallace, Wakefield 280 '95 Barnes, Daniel, Nelson 7i 75 Fanselow, Henry, Hope ■39 ■5' Bartlett, J. E., Appleby 162 »3> Faulkner, Eliza, Wakefield 1990 1943 Batchelor, H. H., Nelson 25 Field, George, Nelson 708 858 Batt, Harry,Wai-iti 54 100 Fieldes, James, Waimea West 54 Nil Batt, William, Wai-iti 294 373 Fleming, W. 0., Waimea West 11 8 Bell, B. B., Pigeon Valley, Wakefield S 1 68 Flowers Brothers, Suburban North 582 474 Bell, W., Waimea West 58 70 Ford, Charles, Appleby 44 38 Berkett, H. S., Hope 95 48 Ford Brothers, Waimea West 72 92 Best, C. N., Wakefield 47 Ford, W. J. and H., Appleby 135 '75 Best, Geo., Stoke 80 4' Fowler, Frank, Spring Grove 54 18 Best, John, Appleby 129 '45 Fowler, Mrs. S., Wakefield 91 80 Best, Joseph, Richmond 96 117 Franklvn, S. P. Tophouse, Belgrove no 203 Best, Philip, Appleby 252 172 Frost, A. N., Happy Valley, Suburban N. ... 97 94 Best, W., Wakefield 900 95' Frost, George, Happy Valley, Suburban N. 173 162 Biggar, William, Brigktwater 93 81 Frost, W., Happy Valley, Suburban N. 93 96 Bird Brothers, Nelson 188 ■35 Gapper, T., Richmond 2[ S 165 Bird, Prank, Wangamoa 132 111 Gaukrodger, J., Foxhill 104 81 Bird, J., Wakefield 95 go Gay, Joseph, Foxhill 86 Bird, William, Spring Q-rove 151 171 Gibbin, David, Stoke 38 34 Birkett, Christina, Hope 38 47 Gibbs, Albert, Lone Oak, Wakefield 397 468 Blanchett, Thomae, Suburban North 18 9 Gibbs, Joseph, Wakefield 35° 415 BHck, J., Nelson 9°5 920 Gibbs, T. W., Wakefield 25 1 270 Blick, Holland, Hope 118 70 Gill, Alfred, Wakapuaka 302 '5° Boddington, Robert, Spring Grove 2 5 22 Gill, Edward, Nelson "go 98 Boddington, W., Belgrove '23 ■45 Gill, F., Waimea West 70 120 Brereton, John,Wakefield 3'° 293 Gill, William, Suburban North 282 252 Bright, Thomas, Wai-iti 388 431 Glasgow, Mrs., Nelson 73 Nil Brown, Esmy, Wai-iti '5 29 Glasgow, T., Hope 185 Brown, J., Wakapuaka 253 372 Glidwell, Charles, Richmond 97 99 Browning, George, Toi Toi Valley, Nelson ... 83 42 Godbaz, Andrew, Belgrove 187 •93 Bullard, W. H., Wakefield 64 70 Green Brothers, The Sands, Nelson 708 800 Bungate, John, Suburban North 35 7' Green, Felix, Spring Grove 54 54 Burford, J. 0., Nelson 155 146 Greig, C. W., Spring Grove 3° 36 Burlace, J. T., Spring Grove 5 140 Gieig, T. R., Spring Grove 40 Busch, J., Hope I 156 Griffith, Elijah, Wai-iti 199 223 Buseh, Joseph, Hope, German Gully 100 100 Griffith, L. B., Wai-iti 45 60 Busch, Joseph, Hope, Staval 200 100 Hagan, Mrs. James, Spring Grove 3° 32 Busch, Joseph, Hope, Aniseed Valley 133 100 Hagen, John, Spring Grove 3° Nil Busch, Samuel, Hope 198 Nil Hammond, A. G., Appleby 29 26 Buschael, M., Brightwater 93 142 Hammond, J. G., Appleby 78 75 Challies, H., Appleby I3! 5 >3r7 Harkness, W. D., Richmond 150 57 Challies, W., Appleby 72 75 Harley, Alfred, Stoke 34 26 Ching, J. W., Waimea West 98 63 Harman, A. J., Brightwater 300 4°5 Chisnall, George, Appleby 140 80 Harper, George, jun., Suburban North 95 95 Chisnall, T. B., Hope 172 79 Hart, James,Richmond 67 118 Claridge, H. G., Appleby 49 58 Harvey, Isaac, Happy Valley, Suburban N. 700 700 Clayden Brothers, Wakefield 262 297 Hawkes, J. W., Wakefield 491 500 Claydon, W.A., Wakefield 170 161 Hayton, Thomas, Wakapuaka 9 9 Clissold, Peter, Hope 51 46 Hibberd, Cornelius, Wakapuaka 20 4 Close, T. and A., Happy Valley '7 Higgins, A. E., Spring Grove 5° Close, William, Happy Valley, Suburban N. 81 98 Higgins, E. R., Belgrove 807 707 Cole, T. W., Wakefield 442 494 Higgins, George, Spring Grove 47 Nil Cole, T. W., Brightwater 65 107 Higgins, Peter, Belgrove 496 524 Cole, William, Wakefield 288 383 Higgins, G. R., Spring Grove 272 240 Cook, T. A., Appleby 741 584 Higgs, W. J., Richmond 580 500 Cotton, C. R. T., Nelson 5 1 62 Hill, Mrs. Jabez, Brightwater 120 '3' Cropp, B., Wai-iti 230 254 Hill, William, Wakefield 75 7' Cross, William, Brightwater H7 57 Hingston, Mrs. M. A., Foxhill 54 5° Cummings, A. and W., Suburban North 500 252 Hockey, William, Nelson 3° Cummingg, P., Suburban North '5° 252 Hodson, W. H., Richmond 45° 556 Ourrin, Francis, Wai-iti 4°3 385 Holland, George, Foxhill 128 112 Currin, J. M., Wakefield 302 200 Holland, Mrs. George, jun.,Foxhill 43 54 Currin, T., Wakefield 208 217 Hollis, Thomas, Foxhill 199 ■65 Davis, Harry, Whangarae, Croixelles 41 Hooper, Francis, Wakefield 182 150 De Castro, J.W., Wairoa Gorge 81 Nil Hoult, Mrs. A., Wai-iti '34 Dencker, A. N. H., Suburban North 669 754 Hoult, E., Wai-iti 129 121 Dencker, C, jun., Wangamoa 180 200 Hoult, E. S., Wai-iti 200 11 Disher, R., jun., Brightwater 386 409 Humphreys, W. G., Thorpe 86 Nil Dodson Bros., Wakapuaka 52 5° Hunt Brothers, Wakefield 2049 1489 Dolamore, G. W., Maitai, Nelson 46 170 Hunt, William, Wakefield 252 292 Douglas, William, Nelson f24 114 Hunter, G., Waimea West 85 Dron, William,Waimea West 75 66 Hunter, John, Waimea West '43 160 Bden, George, Hope 81 72 Irvin, Samuel, Brightwater 292 40 [ Eden, S., Hope 170 5° Jarry, James, Hope 59 54 Eden, W., Hope 132 142 Jenliine, Charles, Wai-iti 70 94 Eden, William, Spring Grove 62 54 Jessop, E., Brightwater 5 : 36 Ellis, Campbell, Belgrove 3209 3127 Jickell, Samuel, Nelson ■55 213 74 H.—23. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON —continued. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON—continued.

No. of Sheep Oα No. ofSheep on April 30, April ao, April30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897, 1898.

Johnson,D., and Sod, Hope 523 580 Parker, William. Stoke 31 Jones, A. T., Cable Bay 484 Parkes, B. D., Wakefield I IO 102 Jones, Frederick, Wai-iti 200 Parkes, Henry, Wakefield 162 ■52 Jordan, A., Dovedale 388 5°9 Paton, H. D., Nelson 1068 993 Kelling, Fedor, Hope 53 53 Paynter, John, Stoke 900 857 Kellor, Peter, Croixelles, Nelson 273 '52 Pei-imona, Kakupuka, Whangarae, Oroixelles 5° Kerr, Mrs. D., Belgrove 4948 4920 Pike, C. C. S., Elaine, Pelorue Sound 121 Kerr, Martin, Belgrove 498 495 Pike, H. T., Stoke 97 100 Kerr, Robert, Wakefield 60 6i Pitcher and Eoss, Wakapuaka 400 400 Kidd, Mrs. E., Hope 5'9 210 Price, Joseph, Belgrove 192 281 Kidd, R., jun., Hope 182 Price, Joseph, Waimea West 120 46 King, John, Croixelles, Nelson 23' 22 S Price, T. A., Belgrove 7' 88 100 no Kinsett, A. C, Wakefield 200 114 Primmer, Mrs. Ann, Richmond Kinzett, T., Wakefield 240 393 Kayner, Tasman, Suburban North 86 81 Knight, Herbert, Appleby 45 26 Eayner, William, Cable Bay, Suburban N. 402 393 Larikow, H., '55 Reay, &., Brightwater 3'° 312 Hope '58 Nil Lankow, J., Hope 12 10 Rickette, Frank, Spring Grove '7 Leahy, John, Waimea West 92 9' Ricketts, J. J., Spring Grove 95 '35 Lefoe, William, Belgrove Nil Rieketts, Percy, Spring Grove 28 38 35 60 Leighton, Robert, Belgrove 2 5 Nil Robertson, George, Brightwater Lewin, William, Naseby Hill, Nelson 96 37* Roughton, Gervais, Spring Grove 61 75 Ijines, Austin, Hope ■47 79 Roughton, Thomas, Spring Grove 16 18 Lines, B., Wai-iti 24 42 Russ, C. P., Waimea West 10 16 Lines, Charles, Wai-iti 90 Rusa, J., Bearcroft, Appleby 'Hi '75 Lines, H. J., Waiti 60 76 Russ, J. A., Appleby 64 86 Lucas, R. S., Spring Grove ■53 219 Rues, Thomas, Waimea West 45 35 Lusty, Francis, Richmond "3 110 Russ, W. and J., Appleby 58 7 l Lyfford, Absolam, Mangamoa 48 Rutherford, John,Brightwater 102 <5 Z Mackay, J. T., Marybank, Wakapuaka 290 200 Satherley Brothers, Appleby 102 '3° Malcolm, H. J.,Richmond 4> Nil Saxton, J. W., Stoke 1878 >72 5 Malcolm, J., Richmond •5 2 ■97 Seholtz, A. P., Nelson 42 84 Marsden, J. W., Stoke 423 380 Schroder, F., Hope 5° 95 Martin, Charles, Stoke 181 '33 Schwass, Henry, Appleby 5 Nil Martin, James, Maori Pa, Suburban North 2000 2008 Sharland, J. H., Maitai, Nelson 94 97 Martin, Patrick, Waimea West 59 78 Sharp Brothers, Spring G-rove 2[ Masters, Charles, Spring Grove 129 Nit Sharp, G. W., Wakefield 97 85 Masters, C. J.,Wakefield 12 '99 Shepliard, J., Belgrove 5'5 655 Max, D., Brightwater 75° 810 Shirtliff, T., Nelson. 294 '57 McGowan, W., Spring Grove 33° 320 Shirtliffe, Arthur, Foxhill 397 39° McMurray, James, Brightwater 45 75 Shirtliffe, George, Wakefield 180 160 McRae, R., Bonovove, Richmond 2754 3300 Simmonde, Mrs. B.., Spring Grove 43 52 Mead, John, Foxhill '45 94 Slater, Daniel, Todd's Bush, Nelson 40 67 Mead, T. W., Foxhill 188 180 Small, T. E., Nelson 48 Nil Millard, Robert, Waimea West '4 Nil Smith, E. G. N., Hope 299 Mirrams Brothers, Wakefield 443 500 Smith, B. F., Wairoa Gorge, Brightwater ... 225 240 Moore, E. G., Wangamoa 3' Nil Smith, G. F., Richmond 60 Nil Moore, James, Nelson 122 78 Smith, James, Maitai, Nelson 285 45° Morrison, Mrs. C, Belgrove '75 122 Snowden, F. H., Brightwater 295 250 Morrison, T. A., Belgrove 228 241 Snowden, J. T., Brightwater 100 70 Murcott, G., Brightwater 900 900 Stagg, E. and A., Hillwood, Hope 46 46 Murray, Robert, Wakefield 111 '39 Stewart, Donald, Brook Street, Nelson 447 555 Neal, Frank, Brightwater 97 25 Stewart, Robert, Belgrove 285 318 Neiiman, William, Hope 100 140 St. Mary's Orphanage, Stoke ■134 1070 Newman, H., Brightwater 5' 60 Stratford Bros., Hope 177 200 Newport, James, Nelson S207 5375 Stratford, Frederick, Richmond 325 295 Newth, Mark, Waimea West 83 53 Stratford, W. L., Hope 495 497 Newth, William, Brightwater 45 Stringer, J. H., Nelson 37° 854 Nicholls, Frank, Foxhill 40 45 Stuart, Robert, Appleby 200 300 Nicholls, Henry, Belgrove 93 131 Sutton, Edward, Hope 97 37 Nisbett, George, Belgrove '65 200 Sutfcon, John, Richmond 500 480 Norgate, George, Stoke 320 292 Sutton, Thomas, Richmond 40 40 Northam, W., Nelson 372 295 Sutton, W., Richmond 67 Nil O'Beirne, N. G., Suburban North 1019 1229 Talbot, G., Richmond 141 Nil O'Brien, Alexander, Ennerglynn, Nelson 2527 2320 Taylor, John, Wakefield 250 302 O'Connor, Jeremiah, Waimea West 240 302 Thomas, Edwin, Appleby 46 50 O'Connor, Mrs. J., Appleby 197 300 Thomas, %, Brightwater 94 "75 O'Connor, P., Waimea West 45° 600 Thomas and Holland, Belgrove 298 378 O'Connor, P., Waimea West 230 600 Thompson, T. J., Richmond 182 121 O'Rorke, Simon, Belgrove 34 Tidd, T. S., Wakefield 36 52 Olson, Henry, Wakapuaka 7' 5° Tomlinson, Charles, Waimea West ... 94 94 Eric, Wakefield 61 Townsend, George, Nelson ... •5° 200 Orr, 58 280 Packer, J. M., Nelson i°5 Trask, F., Nelson ... 3*0 Palmer, A. J. and C, Brightwater 495 494 Tuck, W., jun., Wakefield 75 100 Palmer, A. J., Foxhill Nil 3° Tui Hone, Whangarae, Croixelles ■.. 35 Palmer, C. A., Waimea West 42 Tunnicliffe, Albert, Spring Grove ,63 Nil Palmer, Charles, Brightwater 44 Tunnicliffe, Thomas, Spring Grove 51 70 Palmer, Harry, Wakefield 34 70 Turner, James, Brightwater m 75 Palmer, John, Brightwater 459 Wadsworth, Samuel, Wakefield 5° Nil 454 61 Palmer, J.W., Spring Grove 166 89 Wadsworth, William, Wai-iti 54 Palmer, Richard, Hope 160 ■95 Wadsworth, William, jun., Wai-iti 53 125 Palmer, Richard, Pigeon Valley, Wakefield 40 Nil Wakefield, George, Wakefield 64 7& Palmer, William, Wakefield 100 9' Walker, George, Eves Valley, Wainjea West '9 Palmer, W., Hope 196 192 Walker, Thomas, Hope 40 Nil Parker, J, B., Nelson 3° 3° Wallace, R., Wakefield ,.. 117 •54 H.—23. 75

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No. of Sheep on No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30,3 1887. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Warm, Alexander, Wakefield 6 4 Claasen, J. H. A. C, Upper Moutere 5° Warnook, John, Suburban North 97° 690 Clifford, J., Motueka 25 2 253 Wastney, H., Suburban North 9°5 736 Coieman, A. Gh, Motupiko l82 2'5 Waterhouse, J. T., Suburban North 399 394 Ooleman Bros., Motupikoo 400 367 Watkins, Joseph, Wakefield 163 148 Coieman, F. J., Motupiko '51 Watson, Charles, Belgrove 76 84 Coieman, G-., Motupiko 400 403 Webby Brothers, Foxhill 900 893 Coieman, R. H., Motupiko 180 202 Wells Brothers, Russell Street, Nelson 21 9 1 Coieman, W. E\, Motupiko 190 232 Wells, W., Wakefield 4'3 223 Cook, George, Biwaka 35° 354 Wells, W. and J., Russell Street, Nelson ... 232 204 Cook, G-. E., Upper Moutere 3° Wells, W. S., Nelson 500 658 Cook, J. W., Eiwaka 182 252 Westley, William, Wakapuaka 230 197 Cook, W., Lower Moutere 7 2 40 White, Charles, Pigeon Valley, Wakefield ... 173 192 Corlett, J. J., Upper Motupiko 24 43 Whiting, Henry, jun., Croixelles 9 1 100 Cousins, D., Thorpe 288 35° Whitwell, Frank, Suburban North 470 462 Cowin, J. P., Thorpe 355 864 Wilkie, Alex., Nelson 198 279 Cowin, W., Thorpe 862 257 Withers, John, Hazelmere, Wakapuaka 652 637 Cowin, Walter, Stanley Brook 242 299 Wratt, H., Spring Grove ■53 192 Cressw ell, W., Lower Moutere 176 128 Wratt, William, Spring Grove 42 Nil Criehton, G-. and E., Stanley Brook 200 '93 York, H. T., Appleby 139 124 Crichton, J., Stanley Brook 157 100 York, Thomas, Bishopdale 9' 68 Dapp, W., Baton 99 100 Daviea, Albert, Dovedale 87 70 95.565 97,088 Davies, C. A. F., Tadtnor 197 200 Davies, Owen, Dovedale 131 (In Motueka Subdivision). Davie, E. B., Dovedale 126 ■5° Alexander, R. B., Motueka 102 117 Donald, Mrs. N. C, Marahan, Motueke 101 Nil Anglesey, W., Tadmor 291 281 Douglas, W., Motueka 85 81 Arnold, Arthur, Upper Motupiko .67 142 Drogemuller, C, Upper Moutere 194 240 Arnold, John, Upper Motupiko 700 700 Drogemuller, W., Upper Moutere 46S 473 Arnold, Richard, Upper Motupiko 398 397 Drummond, A., Dehra Doon, Kiwaka 1,242 •254 Askew, W., Riwaka 463 487 Drummond, A., Riverina, Stanley Brook 5>5°° 5000 Atkins, W., Motueka 116 89 Drummond, Daniel, Lower Moutere 101 9 1 Auty, W., Motueka 70 Nil Drummond, James, Lower Moutere 86 86 Barker, T. J. J , Stanley Brook 754 820 Drummond, J. and W., Upper Moutere 244 300 Barrows, A., Brooklands, Riwaka 89 95 Dueker, 0. H., Neudorf 4> 50 Barrows, Charles, Riwaka 45 66 Diieker, F., Neudorf 90 98 Beatson, Charles, Ngatimoti 148 Duncan, James, Riwaka 300 400 Beatson, C. D., Ngatimoti 134 '97 Duncan, James, Tadmor 66 53 Beatson, D. G., Ngatimoti 166 233 Durrant, John, Thorpe 57° 555 Beeby, R., Sherry 216 220 Diivel, F. H. C, Upper Moutere '45 146 Bensemann, D. H. C, Neudorf 195 232 Batwell, W. J., Stanley Brook 1,065 792 Bensemann, G. F. W., Upper Moutere 231 233 Eban, H. L., Dovedale 800 89c Beneemann, J. H., Upper Moutere 310 321 Eban, R., Stanley Brook 868 800 Bensemann, J. H. D., sen., Upper Moutere... 60 66 Eden, Charles, Motueka 44 Bensemann, T., and Korte, Upper Moutere... 470 552 Edwards, A. R., Lower Moutere '51 100 Best, C. and W., Upper Moutere 61 84 Edwards, W., Lower Moutere IO5 110 Best, W. and H., Dovedale 596 586 Eggers, Hans, Upper Moutere 100 86 Bethwaite, H. W., Riwaka 182 Nil Eggers, Henry, Upper Moutere 297 257 Beuke, J. D., Neudorf 633 639 Eggers, Joachim, Upper Moutere 128 134 Biggs, Alfred, Tadmor 393 440 Ellis, Or. E., Tadmor 5° 70 Biggs, Q-eorge, Tadmor 100 72 Evens, T., Motueka 101 96 Biggs, John, Tadmor 300 293 Everett, Horatio, Riwaka 11 Biggs, William, Stanley Brook 264 261 Evers, J. H., Upper Moutere 28 34 Blancheet, Mrs. Leon, Tadmor Valley 67 48 Ewers, Christian, Neudorf 74 80 Bockmann, Charles, Upper Moutere 73 7 1 Ewers, F., Upper Moutere 26 38 Boekmann, F., Upper Moutere 83 87 Ewers, H., Neudorf 99 99 Bb'ekmann, Henry, Upper Moutere 9' 96 Ewers, Ludwig, Neudorf 7° 81 Boekmann, J., Upper Moutere 94 90 Ewere, William, Neudorf 81 100 Bosselmann, D. H. A., Upper Moutere 7i 7° Eyles, Charles, Thorpe 774 685 Bosselmann, J. W., Neudorf 22 26 Farley, R., Lower Moutere 22 Nil Boyes, Joseph, Motueka 172 342 Fawcet, J. and W., Tadmor 474 396 Bradley, Neil, Thorpe 28 lawcet, W. P., Tadmor 339 363 Brereton, Mrs. W., Ngatimoti 495 5'° Fenemor, J., Tadmor 130 91 Brewerton, F. M., Motupiko 386 433 Fenemor, W., Stanley Brook 397 395 Bromell, T. A., Motupiko 595 776 Fenmore, Frederick," Tadmor 25 30 Brommell, P. H., Motupiko 283 354 Fitch, Isaac, Tadmor I3P [00 Brougham, T. &., Upper Moutere 48 70 Flanagan, William, Sherry 70 51 Brown, W. B., White Bluff, Lower Moutere 392 391 Flett, D., Ngatimoti 97 Nil Bryant, J. S., Motueka "5 Nil Flett, James, Lower Moutere 85 70 Burnett, E. K., Dovedale 398 399 Fogden, W. F., Motupiko 94 63 Burnett, T. R., Dovedale 98 TOO Ford, T., Upper Moutere 5° 49 Burrell, E. J., Stanley Brook 200 lorsyth, Evan, Stanley Brook 90 265 Forsyth, Mrs. 127 Burrows, W. &., Stanley Brook 98 l 5° M. 0., Stanley Brook » 244 287 Burrows, W. J., Stanley Brook 531 900 Fowler, Alfred, Tad mor 5' 49 Canton, J., Ngatimoti 285 352 Franklyn, T. A., Eiwaka 32 38 Cederman, John, Riwaka 587 S 86 Freeman, Ernest, Thorpe 96 36 Chandler, James, Sherry 859 827 Freeman, George, Thorpe 40 4' Chapman, James, Pangatotara, Motueka 97 140 Fry, Edward, Eiwaka 76 83 Chaytor, A., Upper Moutere 678 6.7 Fry, J. W., Riwaka 80 9i Child and Peppin, Motupiko 1213 1100 Fry, Richard, Motueka 292 275 Child and Peppin, Stanley Brook 259 Fugle Bros., Stanley Brook 410 295 Chrichton, Charles, Motueka 93 93 Fuller, F. O., Lower Moutere 28 36 Christian, William, Tadmor 191 170 Funnell, W. J., Lower Moutere 89 25 Claasen, J., Upper Moutere 90 9i Gardner, J., Upper Moutere 82 73 76 H.—23.

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No. ofSheep oil No. ofSheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1887. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Gay, Joseph, Foxhill 93 Nil Kelling, Charles, Upper Moutere ii7 81 Gibbs, F. W., Motupiko 80 64 Selling, J. F., Stanley Brook aS 6 470 Gibbs, F. W., Howard Eiver, Motupiko 2'5 181 Kelling, O. J., Upper Moutere 28 3' Gibbs, F. W., Motupiko 3' Kelling, R., Stanley Brook 383 396 Gibbs, G., Motueka Valley 292 272 Kemp, Arthur, Lower Moutere 3° Gibbs, G., Tadmor 100 100 Kenyon, H., Thorpe 388 373 Gibbs, W., Motupiko 3°4 539 Kidson, Arthur, Tadmor 190 Nil Gibbs, William, Howard River, Motupiko ... 354 243 Kidson, G-. H., Sherry 395 Gibbs, William,Pokorow, Motupiko 327 Kinzett, G. W., Sherry '39 :58 Gibbs, William, Long Valley, Motupiko 647 Nil Kinzett, W. J., Tadmor 970 974 Gifford, Charles, Upper Moutere 83 100 Kite, George, Tadmor '9 40 Gilroy, John, Baton 200 Nil Knowles, J. D., Motueka 81 66 Gilroy, Patrick, Baton 183 107 Knyvett, H. P., Stanley Brook 290 382 Glasgow, Theodore, Biwaka 138 Nil Krammer, William, Lower Moutere 93 97 Gloyer, G., Motueka 248 182 Lammas, E. A., Thorpe 6S7 798 Goodall, Samuel, Tadmor 1200 1203 Lammes, J., Dovedale 546 59° Graham, George, Sherry 87 97 Langman, E., Thorpe 333 3-8 Green, C, Motueka 1091 1060 Lewis, Mrs. Joseph, Marahau, Riwaka 200 Green, Charles, jun., Ngatimoti 594 594 Lewis, William, Ttiwaka 70 95 Green, H. G., Tadmor 180 Nil Limmer, G., Lower Moutere '44 '43 Griffith, E. L., Stanley Brook 160 290 Limmer, J., Motueka 327 420 Griffith, !., Stanley Brook 381 454 Limmer, W., Lower Moutere 186 '73 Griffiths, James, Upper Moutere 39 46 Lines, G-eorge, Ngatimoti 690 594 Grooby, Ernest, Pangatotara, Motueka 92 96 Lines, W., Sherry 774 640 Grooby, F., sen., Motueka 97 96 Livesy, William, Motupiko 758 807 Grooby, F. and G., Motueba 235 259 Lloyd, Alfred, Ngatimoti 77 9' Grooby, Geo. Tertius, Bocky BiTer, Motueka 182 172 Lloyd, B., Ngatimoti 93 85 Grooby, Henry, Ngatimoti 42 41 Lloyd, J., Ngatimoti '5' 147 Grooby, Roland, Motueka 24 40 Lloyd, Roger, Ngatimoti 191 196 Grooby, T., Motueka 164 95 Loveridge, J., Thorpe 300 290 Grooby, T., Quarfcus, Ngatimoti 75 99 Loveridge, J., Thorpe 350 280 Grooby, T. T., Ngatimoti 1081 7'4 MacMahon Bros., Eiwaka 1086 780 Groom, William, Upper Moulere 196 292 Malpas, M. S., Stanley Brook 248 235 Guest, John, Ngatimoti 96 70 Manning, C. H., Lower Moutere 40 Guy, J. A., Lower Moutere 40 175 Manoy, A., Motueka 34 29 Hall, T., Thorpe 987 866 Marshall, G. K., Ngatimoti 300 353 Hannen, Hugh, Tadmor 34 32 Martin, Charles, Ngatimoti 158 184 Hanron, M., 3tanley Brook ,O95 1066 McCarthy, T., Baton 800 900 Harford, Benjamin, Tadmor 278 786 McConachie, T. N., Motupiko 88 82 Harford, H. T., Tadmor 98 162 McGaveston J. C, Ngatimoti 981 995 Harford, Walter, Tadmor 100 200 McGlashan, James, Motueka 36 Harley, Godfrey, Lower Moutere 76 96 McLean, William, Riwaka 292 121 Harvey, Charles, Neudorf 52 3' McMahon, Henry, Riwaka 23 35 Harvey, George, Upper Moutere 23 24 MoYicar, Neil, Ngatimoti 216 Nil Harvey, J, Upper Moutere 45 7« Mead, F., Motupiko 97 130 Harvey, J. W., jun., Dovedale ■5 1 56 Mead Hubert, Motupiko 122 142 Hastilow, William, Wakefield 100 Meyer, James, Sherry 296 298 Hayooek, H., Motueka 1 : % Mickell, James Riwaka 87 82 Haycock, Herbert, Motueka 18 140 Mills, Henry, Upper Moutere 89 94 Haycock, James, Ngatimoti 128 Moore, Edward, Nelson 5'7 Haycock, J. A., GrahamBiver, Ngatimoti... 811 886 Mytton, E., Thorpe 900 1000 Heath, John, Ngatimoti 461 463 Mytton, William, Ngatimoti 1559 1760 Heath, Thomas, Ngatimoti '339 '159 Nagel, 0., Neudorf 92 121 Heine, Friederich, Neudorf 96 9 1 Nalder, W. A., Baton 1650 1700. Heine, J. 0., jun., Upper Moutere 109 55 Newmann, E. W., Neudorf '77 192 Herrick, W. J.,Lower Moutere 192 280 Newport, Cyril, Upper Motupiko 85 100 Hewetson, J., jun., Upper Mouters 100 Newport, Edward, Baton- 180 200 140 Hewetson, T. and A., Upper Moutere 272 341 Newport, Phillip, Upper Motupiko 200 '97 Hill, William, Ngatimoti 293 186 Newport, S. J., Upper Motupiko 800 899 Hocton, A., Dovedale 655 808 Ohm, August, Thorpe 67 Hocton, W. B., Dovedale 7» 75 Pahl, Miss Emma, Tadmor 60 75 Hodgens, Thomas, Tadmor 157 177 Pahl Brothers, Tadmor 87 Hodges, S. B., Ngatimoti 204 194 Pahl, J. F., Sherry 133 100 Hodges, W., Ngatimoti 700 7"3 Pahl, P. C, Tadmor 300 286 Hodgkinson, G. G., Tadmor "85 100 Palmer, James, Motupiko 375 299 Hodgkinson, B., Tadmor 270 285 Park, H. P., Motueka 21 24 Hodgkinson, T., Tadmor 865 781 Parker, C, Motueka 140 139 Holdaway, E., Lower Moutere 24 Nil Parkes, J. W., Motueka 173 .83 Holder, Francis, Motueka 365 36. Parkinson, E., Motueka 55 32 Holmwood, G., Ngatimoti 92 178 Parsons, W. H., Ngatimoti '57 162 Holyoake, B., Kiwaka ■277 300 Paterson, Hugh, Stanley Brook 146 ■ 6g Holyoake, Thomas, Riwaka 80 7' Pattie, William, jun.,Riwaka 552 595 Horneman, F. U., Ngatimoti ... 432 400 Pattie, T., Riwaka 854 796 Hudson, Edward, Ngatimoti 72 72 Pattie, W., sen., Riwaka 200 172 Humphreys, W. G., Thorpe 122 Pattie and McMahon, Motueka Valley >7'5 1963 Hursthouse, Bichmond, Motueka 267 200 Perry, George, Neudorf 95 Hyland, M., Lower Moutere 86 120 Perry, W. G., Neudorf 192 ■75 Inwood, Henry, Pangatotara, Motueka 300 291 Phillips, W. H. jun., Sher.y 400 300 Jackett, Jno., Motueka 109 123 Polglase, R. J., Stanley brook 291 296 Jenkins, W., Kiwaka 886 1008 Prestidge, H., Upper Moutere 400 480 James, Ernest, Biwaka 85 Price, C, Baton 1916 1900 Johansen, Dr., Thorpe 2539 2476 Primmer, H. and L., Upper Moutere 5' 60 Johnsen, Miss E. O., Tadmor '9 ■9 Quiney, S A., Motupiko 135 160 Jones, Herbert, Motueka Valley 681 595 Quiney, T, L,, Motupiko 97 106 H.—23. 77 MARLBOROUGH-NELSON—continued. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON—continued. Wo. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Quinney, W., Motupiko 359 348 Wells, George, Tadmor 24 2OI Quinney, W. F., Motupiko 97 98 White, A., Ngatimoti 756 8oo Quinton, H. A., Tadmor 75 95 White, Alexander, Ngatimoti '53 90 Remnant, Christopher, Ngatimoti 8o 27 White, Walter, Ngatimoti 77 92 Eemnant, Christopher, jun., Ngatimoti 99 39 Wilkens, D., Upper Moutere 216 *73 Remnant, H. and A., Ngatimoti 131 W ilkens, William, Upper Moutere 126 '97 Remnant, James, Ngatimoti 298 285 Wilkinson, Charles, Motupiko 1215 976 Ricketts, C. W., Tadmor 230 '97 Wilkinson, J. A., Stanley Brook 595 636 Riley, J., Sherry 700 Nil Wilkinson, J. S., Stanley Brook 500 1100 Robinson, Alfred, Ngatimoti "3 103 Williams, Frank, Motueka 60 ? 2 Robinson, Ernest, Ngatimoti 116 3>8 Wills, A. F. W., Upper Moutere 606 650 Robinson, John, Upper Moutere 55 80 Wilson, J. E., Lower Moutere S 2 7° Roeske, H. W., Sherry 900 1roo Win, E. J., Dovedale 264 292 Rollet, Mrs. E., Sherry 1192 1392 Win, G. G., Dovedale 484 500 Rose, F., Neudorf 81 9' Win, H. L. N., Thorpe 474 499 Rose, George, Thorpe 395 494 Win, J., Dovedale 963 782 Rose, Heinerich, Neudorf 295 281 Win, J. W., Dovedale 454 500 Rose, John,Thorpe 525 533 Win, W., Dovedale 800 700 Ross, G. H., Lower Moutere 19 Wither, Frederick, Eiwaka 112 95 Ross, John, Upper Moutere 5 1 Wolfe, Jacob, Sherry 246 196 Ross, George, Upper Moutere ■55 171 Woolf, J., Biwaka 272 306 Ross, James, Pokororo Valley, Ngatimoti ... 140 196 Woolf, J., Biwaka 365 400 Rumbold, Henry, Motueka 95 86 Woolfe, T. S., Eiwaka 83 129 Russ, John, Upper Moutere 70 Nil Wratt, J. S., Motueka 651 694 Ryder Broe., Riwaka 45° 395 Wratten, Edward, Biwaka 220 Ryder, W , jun.,Riwaka, Dovedale 496 490 Wratten, Henry, Motueka 463 495 Salisbury Brothers, Ngatimoti 1897 252 Wright, Mrs. Esther, Upper Motueka Valley 100 92 Salisbury Brothers, Ngatimoti 310 1726 York Henry, Biwaka, Motueka 200 191 Salisbury, J. fi., Ngatimoti 587 911 Samson, N., Tadmor 280 Nil 125.997 126,911 Sehildhauer, W., Upper Moutere "3 38 Sehwass, Frederick, Upper Moutere 3i 40 Total in county 221,562 2 23.999 Shilher, August, jun., Upper Moutere 5 •7 Sigglecow, August, Neudorf 85 75 Simpson, Michael, Motueka 144 '37 COLLINGWOOD COUNTY Sixtus, George, Upper Moutere 42 Nil (In Golden Bay Subdivision). Sixtus, J. C. A., Neudorf 60 85 Abbott, H., Takaka '65 Nil Sixtus, Julius, Upper Moutere 5° 60 Adams, T. L., Collingwood 21 18 Sixtus, T. A. ¥., Neudorf 98 93 Allan, W. M., Collingwood 80 101 Slatter, G. H., Ngatimoti 368 2 95 Allen,B. B., Collingwood 329 265 Sloes, E. G., Motupiko 32 38 Andrews, W., Takaka 242 250 Sloss, George, Motupiko 192 200 Angus, David, Bedstead, Collingwood 123 Smith, James, Thorpe 420 43' Anselow, B. E,, Totaranui '37 132 Smith, John, Tadmor 329 400 Baigent, T. J., Takaka East 544 39° Smith, Stephen, Tadmor 363 400 Baigent, T. and J.,Takaka East 493 55° Snook, T. A., Dovedale 360 372 Baigent, W. C,Takaka 464 5 2 5 Spicer, G. R., Motueka 61 47 Baird, Charles, Takaka ■ ... ■9 Spicer, W., Motueka 200 198 Ballantyne, J., Takaka '3' 172. Stade, C, Neudorf 267 262 Barlow, W. H., Takaka 95 97 Stade, F. C, Neudorf 57 56 Barnett, A. H., Upper Takaka 284 180 Stafford, William, Upper Moutere 160 100 Barnett, C. E., Upper Takaka 182 Nil Staples, R., Motueka 652 636 Barnett, C. and F., Upper Takaka 291 282 Staples, Robert, Motueka 635 700 Barnett, Mrs. S. A., Takaka East 266 246 Starnes, S., Lower Moutere "5 122 Barnett, W. A., Takaka East 80 205 Stebbing and Atkinson, Ngatimoti '43 Bartlett, Eobert, Takaka 196 '94 Strachan Brothers, Ngatimoti 526 539 Bate, Daniel, Upper Takaka 353 4°3 Stringer, T. H., Nelson 870 482 Bate, H., Upper Takaka 219 296 Stringer, T. N., Dovedale 380 352 Beardmore, J., Upper Takaka 374 452 Talbot, Henry, Motueka 5° 70 Beardmore, W. G., Upper Takaka 89 89 Tannant, T., Lower Moutere '5° '75 Bird, W. J., Takaka 28 34 Tarrant, L. A., Lower Moutere 58 23 Brewer, Thomas, Collingwood 196 186 Taylor, Mrs. A. E., Baton 250 250 Buckley, Thomas, East Takaka 97 87 Taylor, Peter, Sherry 385 Nil Burt, A. T., Motupipi 270 250 Taylor, T. R. Baton 17 Nil Byrne, H., Takaka 250 90 Teece, Charles, Upper Moutere 258 189 Byrne, Patrick, Takaka 653 713 Thomas, Arthur Sherry 150 '52 Caldwell, W. S. O., Greenhills, Collingwood .. 80 90 Thomason, Esmy, Tadmor 295 272 Cann, Eobert, Takaka 90 116 Thomaeon, Henry, Ngatimoti 87 40 Carson, ?-. B., Upper Takaka 130 191 Thomason, Thomas, Ngatimoti 75 3° Cederman, G. Collingwood 112 76 Thompson, Charles, Motupiko 400 399 Charles, William, Motupipi 8 Nil Thompson, H. P., Upper Moutere 36 > 390 Clear, O. H., Collingwood 170 "5 Thomson, Mrs. Mary, Motupiko 92 62 Cole, James, Takaka ..1 158 '95 Thomson, W. B., Motupiko 272 236 Constable, James, Motupipi 685 693 Thorn, H. B., Dovedale 469 • 387 Cook, William, Collingwood 4' 56 Thorn, John, Stanley Brook 1063 946 Coppel, J. H., East Takaka 64 «8 Thorn, Joseph, Dovedale 600 527 Coppell, W. G., Motupipi 77 76 Thorn, Walter, Stanley Brook 356 408 Curnow, W. H., Golden Bay, Collingwood... 57 84 Thome, Walter, Dovedale ■43 210 Davidson, A. B., Cape Farewell, Collingwood 1087 1169 Tregea, Arthur, Nelson and Tadmor 246 231 Diamond, William, Collingwood 87 56 Trewavas, R. J., Motueka 90 '5° Dodson, A., Takaka 3° 41 Turner, Jacob, Thorpe 706 697 Dodson, Thomas, Takaka 58 68 Tutbury, Thomas, Riwaka 7' 84 Donaldson, James, Takaka 18 Wallis, R. D., Motueka 129 95 Douglas, T. D>, Collingwood '5> ml* Webb, Alfred, NgaHmoH '97 191 Duncan, George, Takaka 12 it 78 H.—23.

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No. of Sheep on No. of tiheepon April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1808.

Dyer, Alexander, Oollingwood 25 44 Page, Thomas, Takaka : ... 100 93 Edmondson, T., Motupipi 190 . 175 Paine, Rebecca, Takaka 198 '95 Ellis, F. H. M., Motupipi '577 520 Painter, G-eorge, Takaka 80 8o Eves, G-eorge, Upper Takata 25 25 Peart, A., Cape Farewell, Collingwood ■585 '477 Exton, T. E., Collingwood 21 2; Pentecost, Richard, Motupipi 807 7°S Peary, John, Waitapu 29 47 Petterson, John, Takaka 262 291 Fellowes, E. R,, jun., Biverdale 94 '49 Petterson, Walter, Takaka 336 322 Fergusson, J. W-, Pakawau, Collingwood ... 398 34° Pollard, H., Takaka East •58 184 Ferguson, W. P., Pakawau 55 (o Pratt, W. H., Totaranui ... 820 1000 Field, Harry, Collingwood 9i 96 Prussing, Robert, Puramahoi • 10 Nil Field, T. C. V., Pakawau, Collingwood 595 490 Raynor, Bickley, and Windle, Takaka 98 142 Fisher, Mrs. D. E., Mackay's Pass,Collingwood 4 2 Rentoul, W. O., Takaka 281 160 Flowers Brothers, Pakawawa, Collingwood .. 8o 98 Richards, J. H., Ferntown, Collingwood 29 37 Flowers, J. W., Puramahoi 499 662 Riley, G. and R., Collingwood 270 Nil Galey, G-eorge, Takaka East '53 161 Riley, J. B., Collingwood 5S7 671 Gibbons, John, Takaka 66 63 Riley, John, jun., Collingwood 494 482 Gibbs, G-eorge, Wainui 607 700 Riley, J. W., Collingwood 28 Nil G-ilbert, G. C, Motupipi 1210 1219 Rogers, John, Upper Takaka 504 600 Gillstrom, A., Totaranui ■47 148 Rose Brothers, Upper Takaka 355 39° Gledhill, Mrs. W., Takaka 280 180 Rose, J. F., Takaka 97 77 Goldney, W., Takaka .8? 145 Rosser, Edward, Upper Takaka 9S 187 Gooch, E. A., Springside, Takaka T2I ■34 Salisbury, E. J., Collingwood 56 327 Graham, G. J., Collingwood 9 10 Scadden, W., Collingwood 99 96 Grant, Mrs. Ellen, Fernhan, Collingwood ... 40 21 Scott, James, Takaka 288 383 Hadfield, W. W., River, Totaranui 67 Scott, R., Takaka 446 401 Hailes, G., Waitui Park, Upper Takaka 733 666 Scott, Thomas, Takaka 500 S' 1 Haines, W. H., Takaka East 232 220 Scrimgeour, William, Ferntown, Collingwood 46 54 Haldane, Alexander, Lower Takaka 5° 95 Shaw, John, Collingwood 599 585 Haldane, Mrs. C, Takaka 398 644 Shaw, W. J., Puramahoi, Collingwood 100 Nil Handock, G. A. Takaka East 141 '95 Sigley, Joseph, Takaka East 216 182 Harvey, Mrs. Agnes, Collingwood 186 375 Simpson, W. P., Motupipi 98 ■65 Harvey, Mrs. A. H., Weet Wanganui 69 90 Sinclair, Andrew, Takaka '97 Harvey, T. E., Collingwood 298 297 Skilton, Henry, Collingwood 22 Harwood, Charles, Takaka 84 68 Skilton, J. B., Kaituna, Collingwood 126 9' Harwood, H., Motupipi 8 7 Skilton, John, Collingwood 122 1.,6 Harwood, Thomas, Rockglen, Motupipi 2 52 276 Skilton, T. M., 0-i.akaka, Collingwood 67 64 Hitchcock, Charles, Takaka 70 79 Smith, James, Takaka 392 397 Hitchcock, Henry, Takaka 27 3° Smith, Mrs. M. A., Takaka East '3 Nil Hitchcock, T., Takaka 228 214 Soper, R., Puramahoi 428 493 Hitchcock, T., jun., Takaka 5° 94 Sparrow Brothers, Fairleigh, Takaka East ... 1824 2000 Hunter, John, Takaka • 28 38 Spittal, W., Takaka East 358 399 Hunter, Peter, Takaka 92 65 Squire, J. S., Collingwood 600 S65 James,Frank, Puramahoi 55 69 Staples, John, Takaka 77 5° Jeffries, W. L., Brooklands, Collingwood ... 15 21 Stent Brothers, Motupipi 99 Johnson, Nelson, Upper Takaka 132 200 Stent, Jacob, Takaka '35 '44 Johnston, W. H., Takaka 24 Strange, J. C., Collingwood 22 3° Kemp, A. J.,Takaka East 466 484 Syme, F. A., Upper Takaka 243 Keoghan, Mrs. Mary, Takaka 375 387 Symes, Mrs. E. P., Takaka East i '45 260 King, R. B., Motupipi 5' 80 Tibbie, G-. S., Roekville, Collingwood 44 39 King, William, Kaituna, Collingwood 34 Tyrrell, W., Takaka 247 Nil Langford, A. E., Takaka 40 39 Vant, W., Takaka 95 68 Langford, A. E., Takaka 148 112 Wallis, Mrs. M. A., Motupipi ■ 76 Lash, J. D., Rockville, Collingwood 234 3°i Walker, Daniel, Takaka 161 170 Lewis, C, Sunnyside, Takaka East 4=>3 460 Walker, Isaac, Puramahoi 387 403 Lindsay, J. and J., Upper Takaka 1056 '°54 Walker, Mark, Takaka 396 447 Lunn, James, Collingwood 62 36 Wallie, Henry, Motupipi 259 '79 Madagan, P. L., Takaka 232 •73 Whelan, Arthur, Lower Takaka 29 32 Malpas, Charles, Motupipi 75 93 Williams, William, Collingwood 21 21 Manson I. J., Motupipi 787 440 Windle, T., Takaka 286 291 Manson, James, jun., Takaka 1366 1586 Winston, John, Riverdale, Collingwood 52 61 Manson, John, Motupipi ... 373 600 Winter, D. J., Motupipi in "7 Manson, Magnus, Takaka East 6 Nil Winter, G-., Motupipi 997 1136 Manson, Robert, Motupipi 108 Winter, G., Wainui, Takaka 427 43° Manson, Thomas, Motupipi '°75 1100 Winter, Henry, Motupipi, Collingwood '4 '5 McArtney, B,., Collingwood 92 98 Winter, John, Motupipi 46 67 McCallum, D., Takaka 80 75 Winter, J. R., Totaranui 121 140 McDonald, Andrew, Takaka 197 271 McDonald, J. , Takaka 35° 300 45.792 47.75° McFarlane, Alexander, Takaka '52 160 BULLER COUNTY McKenna, Mrs. J. W., Ferntown 27 3' (In Grey and Buller Subdivision). McKeoghan, O., Takaka 195 198 Arery, William, Karamea 11 '3 McNab, E., Collingwood 21 J9 Berlin, John, Westport 7' 80 Miles, J. A., Collingwood 182 Nil Blackburne, Robert, Karamea 62 73 Newlove, Leonard, Takaka 73 70 Carter, George, Westport 87 '32 Newlove, William, Takaka 83 68 Cooper, John, Karamea , ... 10 8 Newport, J. A., Takaka East 365 365 Craddock, GK T., Westport 20 20 Niehoff, J. C, Collingwood 190 120 Croawell, Charles, Buller Road, Westport ... 74 Nil Nisbett, John, Takaka 191 Danahey, Daniel, Charleston 3' 8 Organ, Charles, Motupipi 491 5'5 Davis, Charles, Westport 61 5' Packard, Joseph, Motupipi 95 9 1 De Filippi, Stefano, Three-mile Flat, Lyell.., 42 81 Paokard, P. B., Motupipi 219 180 Pellavedova, M., Lyell 12 4' Packard, E. A., Motupipi ■35 163 Drennan, E., Nine Mile, Charleston 95 92 Page, J., Takaka 4 10 Elford, Joseph, Karamea 20 20 Page, J. G., Lower Takaka 126 152 Fielderson, Frederick, Lyell 69 70 H.—23. 79 MARLBOROUGH-NELSON—continued. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on

April30, April 30, April 30, April30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Grant, Bros., Mokohinui 22 Nil Tremble, John, Slatey Creek* 172 90 Hawes, Henry, Karamea 12 Turner, John, Moonlights, Ahaura 120 7' Hughes, John,Westport 60 52 Wratt, William, Ahaura 57 Jenkins, M. M., Karamea 109 90 Xbung, W., Totara Flat 163 I25 Johnson, Robert, sen., Karamea 10 Nil Jones, Meyrick, Karamea 57 72 I3.S 2 8 "»9°5 Junker, Frederick, Buller Road, Lyell 65 60 Kieley, W. A., Westport 26 24 INANGAHUA COUNTY Lineham, Alfred, Karamea '9 (In Grey and Buller Subdivision). Lines, Job, Weetport 265 Anderson, D.M., Glenburn, Beefton >7 65 Macmahon and Colvin, Westport 16 46 Baigent, S., Owen Junction 75° 800 Mairs, Arthur, Lyell 22 3° Bateria, George, Little Grey Junction 171 432 Matthews, Charles, Karamea 45 33 Beanialey, W., Murehison 234 182 McNab, A., Karamea 8 8 Bell, Lawrence, Murchison 28 34 MeNabb, Francis, Karamea '4 8 Bell, Thomas, Murchison 33 > 210 MeNabb, R. &., North Terrace, Karamea ... 23 Bennett, T. G. D., Murchison 73 Nil McNairn, William, Ngakawa 16 "9 Boardman, Fred., Capleston 74 90 McPadden, M., Weetport 12 Nil Brazil, John,Eeefton 148 •3° O'Connor, Jeremiah, Karamea 43 69 Bredbury J.,Fern Flat 37 Organ, M., Westport 21 3° Brown, Joseph, Murchison 49S 400 Parsons, James, Charleston 45 Bunn, Elijah, Murchieon 45 Pearson, T. L. L., Karamea 25 27 Bunting, James, Murchison [ 37 ■56 Pettit, George, Promised Land, Karamea ... '5 12 Cameron, George, Murchison 60 20 Simpson Brothers, Karamea •5° 200 Came, Aaron, Cronadon 160 366 Simpson, Jas., Karamea 88 6.5 Claton, Mrs. E. L., Inangahua Landing 7° 150 Sinkin, John, Karamea 3' 42 Conradson, Martin, Buller Eoad, Lyell 42 5° Snodgrass, J.,Westport •44 102 Craig, Eobert, Eeefton 82 84 Sutherland and Mouat, Charleston 66 65 Dick, John, Eeefton 10 Nil Wall, James, Cape Foulwind 75 66 Doig Bros., Blackwater 54 37 Walker, J. and G., Booklands 152 75 Downie, Charles, Murchison 493 452 Duncan, Alex., Antonio's Flat ■5 2 Nil 2,238 2,246 Edwards, Mrs. E. A., Owen Junction 90 13 Fennell, John,Lyell 38 ' 20 GREY COUNTY Furness, Samuel, Antonio's Flat 5° 46 (In Grey and Buller Subdivision). Gallagher, D., Cronadon 188 264 Austin, Frederick, Greymouth 3° 43 Gibbs, Alfred, Longford 192 222 Bellew, Charles, Ahaura 394 700 Gilmer, John (estate of), Eeefton 52 10 Bruce, T. W., Inchbonnie, Lake Brunner ... 3521 2100 Hellinger, Andrew, Murchison 40 32 Carter, George, Ahaura 335 Nil Hocking, John, Eeefton 118 43 Coates, Mrs. N., Greymouth 764 800 Hodgkinson, W\, Murchison 21 Nil Corcoran, Patrick, Ahaura 600 39° Hunte, Mrs. E., Fern Flat 96 Craig, Thomas, Ahaura 158 '35 Hunter, W., Fern Flat '569 '797 CraigWilliam, Ahaura 275 Johnston, J. F.. Ikamatua 98 72 Currie, Richard, Ahaura 85 92 Kerr, John, Lake Station, Nelson 8588 7680 Delaney, Denis, Twelve Mile 60 21 Ketchell, George, Longford 96 Nil Dinsen, Christian, No Town 56 40 Lester, W. J., Upper Matakitaki 87 76 Donald, D., Totara Flat 1060 897 Lockington, Elisha, Eeefton 5° 108 Doolan, John,Totara Flat 81 4' Lynch, Owen, Murchison 5° '5 Doolan, J. P., Totara Flat 49 77 Lynch, Thomas, Crushington 3° Drennan, Michael, Camptown 81 Nil Lyon, C, Cronadon 89 100 Duggan, Philip, Ahaura 220 26; May, T. H., Upper Matakitaki 37 Nil Evans, John, Lake Brunner 447 406 McGinley, D. (Est. of), Cronadon 278 98 Fox and O'Neill, Ahaura 867 867 McHardy, A., Blackwater 150 81 Fraser, Edward, Ahaura 300 250 Mclnroe, E. J., Little Grey Junction 45 Gallagher, Bernard, Cameron's McKay, James, Inangahua Junction 00 127 Garth, T. H., Ahaura 4°3 496 McLarry, Patrick, Cronadon 87 98 Gilmer, H., Totara Flat 436 282 McLennan, John, Blackwater 57 48 Gilmer, Mrs. H., Totara Flat 178 McMahon, B., Cronadon 85 134 Green, William, Ahaura 61 79 McNee Bros., Murchison 93 Nil Healy, Michael, Camptown, Nelson Creek ... 66 McNee, E., Murchieon 149 230 Hilderbrand, A., Greymouth 30 120 McNeil, Bernard, Fern Flat, Eeefton 350 396 Kennedy, Patrick, Totara Flat 3° 28 McNeill, Eobert, Little Grey Junction 1100 1206 Kilgour, Joseph, Greymouth 26 10 McWha, Frank, Horse Terrace 37 Mackley, S. M., Little Grey Junction 900 ■37° Mindermann, C, Inangahua Junction 96 90 Magill, Hugh, Ahaura 76 '73 Mirfin, W. 0., Ikamatua, Eeefton 1078 927 Marshall, James, Totara Flat 372 70 Morel Bros., Murchison 103 7i Mathews, James, Ahaura 23 Nil Morrison, E. G., Merrijigs 482 McDonald, Alex., Totara Flat I05 160 Murray, Michael, Antonio's Flat 45 139 McKinley, Patrick, Totara Flat 5° 26 Neame, Mrs. M. A., Longford 80 McLaughlin, James, Ahaura 180 170 Neville, Cornelius, NewtonFlat 5i Nil McLaughlin, H., Totara Flat 26 8 Norris, H., Horse Terrace, Matakitaki 35 42 Meara, Michael, Totara Flat 51 47 O'Grady, W., Eeefton 7> 5' Methven, William, Totara Flat 62 31 O'Malley, James, Little Grey Junction 680 95° Mitchell, John, Lake Brunner 58 62 O'Eegan, P., Inangahua Landing 9i 86 Parfitt. George, No Town 20 20 O'Eourke, Dominick Murchison 479 487 Pothan, Richard, Ahaura 21 45 Oxnam, John, Murchieon 74 160 Pullin, Thomas, Greymouth 55 40 Paton, Edward, Murchison 286 290 Rees, J., and Son, River View, Ahaura 400 400 Pattinson, Timothy, Square Town, Eeefton 47 80 Robertson, James, No Town 26 36 Pitman, William, Little Grey Junction 84 •45 Russell, Alfred, Greymouth 15 20 Eait, D. and J., Murchison ■93 192 Russell, George, Ahaura 299 Nil Eoberts, William, Eeefton 48 Russell, G. H., Marsden 20 36 Eoss, J. and A., Eeefton 253 228 Ryan, Michael, Ahaura 21 21 Eosser, Thomas, Crushington 5' Savage, Michael, Totara Flat 140 92 Sewell, M. A., Longford 96 97 80 H.-23. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON— continued. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON—continued. No. of Sheep on Wo. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Sileoek, Alfred, Reefton 280 180 Meharry, Thomas, Upper Kokatahi 2 Nil Silcock, J. H., Birchdale, Cronadon 1.S3 5° Millson, Robert, Dillman's Town 3O Nil Spencer, Henry, Murchison IS 27 Morgan, William, Q-reenstone 333 183 Stewart, George, Murchison 134 13' Moye, Thomas, Rose 9 14 Sullivan, D., Fern Flat 95 78 Munday, John, Stafford 10 Sutherland, A., Edge Hill, Murchison 90 64 Myers, F. 0-., Cook's River 137 ■5° Taylor, H., Inangahua Junction 84 84 Nerger, Emil, Okura 134 124 Thomson, Alexander, Murchison 3'° Nil Nieson, E. Gk, "Waiototo, South Westland ... 86 in Thomson, John, Upper Matakitaki 250 S oo Olson, John, Humphrey's 3° Thomeon E., Fern Flat 196 O'Neil, Patrick Woodstock 100 97 Trower, Charles, Longford 161 70 Palamountain, William, Kanieri 56 39 Trower, George, Owen River 3" I no Pussmore, William, Kumara 99 160 Trower, J. O., Longford 89 1'5 Patrick and G-reen, Okarito 1006 1000 Walker, J. and G., Maruia, Reefton 2118 2168 Paulsen, Neil, Teremakau 17 S3 Warne, L , Postmaster, Longford 117 '43 Power Brothers, Paringa 791 844 Watson, William, Murchison 3° 12 Ritchie, J., Makawiho, Bruce Bay 37 5° Welsh, Patrick, Black's Point, Reefton 170 400 Robinson, E. H. and G., Paringa 630 394 Whitloek, W. 0., Murchison, 12 158 Ryan, Edwd., G-illeepie's Beach 73° 794 Wilkie and Page, Braeburn, Murehison 1496 7°5 Ryan, T., Greenstone 294 182 Williams, John,,Reefton 100 100 Scott, A. 0., Gillespie's Beach 980 976 Win, Mrs. Rose, Hope Junction 182 182 Shearer, Charles, Mikonui, Ross 125 '45 Smith, James, Jackson's Bay ... \ 36 Nil 27.753 26,943 Surgenor, William, Rimu, Kanieri 42 57 Thompson and MeArthur, Jackson's Bay ... 76 130 WESTLAND COUNTY Thorn Brothers, Kokatahi 12 3 (In Westland Subdivision). Tracey, Michael, Dillman's Town 102 98 Adamson, Robert, Wataroa 899 793 Allen, John, Waitaha, Rose 495 392 17,708 16,075 Beck, Richard, Kanieri 16 Blick, Alfred, Dillman's-Town 394 198 SOUNDS COUNTY , Bonar,V. W., Hokitika 27 (In Picton Subdivision). Boyle, James, Ross '3 11 Aldridge M., Ocean Bay, Port Underwood... 287 Nil Bridgman, M. F., Okarito 343 273 Alexander, William, Apueia, Brightlands ... 28 Burrough, Joseph, Okarito 141 Anderson, Mrs. F. G., Canvastown 60 Nil Burroughs H., Wataroa 965 <°54 Anderson, Robert, Canvastown 36 45 Butler, John, and Company, Wataroa 294 333 Anderson, W., Happy Valley, Canvastown... 60 40 Buttola, Pietro, Lake Brunner 700 584 Archer, James, Akeake Bay, Port Underwood 127 127 Clare, Patrick, Boss 21 39 Archer, Peter, Tuna Bay, Elaine Bay 20 86 Condon, Thomas, Gillespie's Beach 538 723 Arthur, John, Matura Island, Picton 69 3° Corbett, James, Greenstone 121 132 Attwood, Mrs. E., Oyster Bay, Port Under- 600 820 Cowan, John, Okura "a Nil wood Cron, William, Ha,ast 101 Aubrey, William, Mount Pleasant, Picton ... 31 46 Cropp, Thomas, Koiterangi 4' 40 Baillie, Hon. W. D. H., Para, Diffenbaeh ... 1490 '4&5 Cropp, V illiam, Koiterangi 20 Nil Baldick, Alfred, Opua Bay, DifPenbach 141 200 Cullen, D., Three-mile, Hokitika IO 10 Baldick, Mrs. E., Wangatarua, Picton 400 Cumming and Harcourt, Kanieri 10 Baldick, William, Blumine Island, Picton ... 488 614 Dee, Robert, Haast 9° Nil Baxter, A. S., Diffenbach 81 140 Diedrichs, H. G., Kokatahi 2018 1656 Beauchamp, C, Anakiwa, Picton 1069 1189 Douglas, Robert, Woodstock, Kanieri 58 5° Beauchamp, R. de C, Broughton Cove, Grove 3*3 400 Ecelesfield, Robert, Kokatahi 72 69 Benge, J., Havelock 199 220 Ecclesfield, Thomas, Kokatahi 3° Nil Bennett, Henry, Havelock Nil Eisfelder, Fritz, Three Mile, Hokitika 7 5 Berg Brothers, East Bay, Te Awaite 160 •93 Ferguson, S. &., Ferguson's 197 26 Bell, Robert, Claverton, Blenheim 520 Fergusson, Thomas, Hinde's 492 553 Bittle, J., Mahau Sound, Havelock 130 98 Fiddian, Samuel, Hunt's Beach 5i 5° Black, J. H., North-west Bay, Homewood ... 434 499 Ford, Thomas, Ross 40 20 Blaymires, R., Kenepuru 592 696 Friend, H. N., Okarito 2oo 97 Bond, J. H. C, Homewood 1210 "35 Furkert, G. W., Ross 53 Nil Bond, N. W. C, Homewood 1112 1012 Gillyard, John,Teremakau 200 100 Borck, Charles, Maori Bay 162 200 Gribben, Patrick, Ross 292 192 Borck, L., sen., Maori Bay 394 494 Guy, A. W., Kumara 49 52 Borck, Walter, Maori Bay 190 177 Haddock, Jos.,Ross '5 •7 Bowden Brothers, Dryden's Bay, Picton 265 300 Hanebury, Martin, Ross 33 39 Bown, J., Pelorue Valley, Hayelock 1549 '974 Harcourt, R. A. Humphrey's 400 300 Bragg, N., Koromiko, Picton 1000 1100 Harris, Benjaman, Ross 61 4 Bragg, W., Mount Pleasant, Picton 400 373 Harris, Thomas, Balmoral, Kokatahi in 52 Brattley, I. J. Zenepuru 34 Harris, Thomas, Humphrey's 8 Bright, T. A., Endeavour Inlet 37 78 Harris, W., Kawhaka 9 1 no Brown, H. R., French Pass 455 520 Harris, William, Haast Beach 92 150 Brownlee and Co., Long Valley, Havelock ... 820 869 Haunam, W., Hokitika 57 80 Brownlee and Co., Riversdale, Havelock 246 Nil Hende, Peter, Hende's Ferry 244 281 Brownlee, I. C, Flat Creek, Havelock 660 799 Hodgson, John, Ross 3° 24 Brunsell, C. J,, Maraitai, Diffenbach 49 Jackson, Wilhelmina, Jackson's 354 304 Bryant, J. W., Grove 158 253 Johnston, Hugh, Kokatahi 26 21 Budge, Sylvanus, Picton 79 5° Jones, R. E., Hokitika 65 82 Burke, M , Goulter Bay, Kenepuru 328 289 Karnbach, Henry, Kokotahi 100 '5.? Cameron, Mrs. A. M.,Little Scatwell, Okaramio 2 73 287 Keech, W., Kumara 192 108 Campbell, H. H., Manaroa 81 97 Kelly, John, Kokatahi 82 6 t Canipbell, J. P., Grove 136 200 Macfarlane, Colin, Red Hill, Jackson's Bay 396 334 Cawte Brothers, Moitapu, Grove 4500 4000 Macleod, John,Ross 96 94 Clemens, E. W., Shakespere Bay, Picton 180 189 Maloney, Michael, Greenstone 282 Clifford, Thomas, Maude Island, Ketu Bay... 3V 586 MoConnor, Walter, Hokitika 52 '8 Climo, C, Pour-fathom Bay, Maori Bay ... "3 178 McGowan, Hugh, Ross 13 16 Couper, D. H., Pelorus Valley, Havelock ... 404 404 Mclntosh, G. I., Hokitika 183 257 Cowin, Harry, Ketu Bay 261 *55 12—H. 23. H.-23. 81

MARLBOROUGH-NELSON— continued. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON—continued.

No. of Slieep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 3

Cozens, Henry, Okaramio 8oo 796 Horn, James, Koromiko 526 Cragg, Richard, Picton 765 882 Houghton, A. P., St, Omar, Kenepuru 187 196 Crespin, F., Havelock 44 123 Hueroa Tamati Watene, Eesolution Bay, 160 157 Cullen, W. J., Linkwater Dale,Cullensville... 1560 1670 Pieton Dakin, Mrs. E., Opihi, Port Underwood 262 282 Hughes, James, jun., Canvastown 475 642 Dakin, Frank, Hakahaka, Port Underwood.., 127 112 Hughes, Mrs. J., Canvastown Dalton Brothers, Willow Bank, Havelock 5'6 696 ... 2700 3000 Hurley, Frederick, Rai Valley, Canvastown 162 9 1 Dalton, J. H., Fernhill, Picton 1432 '935 Hutchison, R., Akeake Bay, Havelock 253 353 Davenport, W., Tory Channel, Picton 5 3 82 Hyde, Miss, Grove 782 866 Day, Mrs. E., Picton 62 62 Jackson, Jas., Tory Channel, Te Awaite 1971 2144 Dillon, M., Deep Creek 2 5 Jackson, T. C., Forsyth Island, Ketu Bay ... Donald Havelock 989 1013 Brothers, Long Valley, 122 ■lacquee, W., Okaramio, Kaituna 100 96 Duncan, J., Grove 2841 2608 Johansen, Peter, GoulterBay, Kenepuru ... 189 196 Elliot, James, Havelock 242 320 Johnson, Anders, Mahakipawa 44 46 Eliot, R., Admiralty Bay, French Pass 200 190 Johnson, J., Opua Bay, Pieton 209 James, Havelock 144 Entursle, 300 299 Jones and Andrews, Evandale, Havelock 69 . 121 Erskine, W. T., Havelock 728 586 Jones, Evan, Bluff Farm, Havelock 352 397 Esson, John, Picton 76 73 Jones, Mrs. S. E., Pelorus Valley, Havelock 170 191 Farnell, W., Havelock 292 868 Karere Watene, Pieton 676 500 Farnell, W., jun , Havelock 692 324 Kasabaum, G. W., Black Point, Havelock Nil A., ... 3 leare, A. G-. Admiralty Bay, Nelson 61 Keenan, Mrs., Waikawa, Pieton 120 100 Fell Brothers, Nikau Bay, Havelock 1112 '495 Keepa Nui, Waikawa, Pieton Fell, J. 0., South-east Havelock 83 A. Bay, ... 396 555 Keepe, Mrs. W., Golden Point, Pieton 102 5° Fergusson, Charles, Ngakutu, Picton 3'0 285 Kenny, Captain, The Rocks, Pieton 3100 3592 Fetch, Charles, Picton 200 243 Kenny, Edward, Glenmore, Kenepuru '85 283 Fitzpatrick, John, Havelock 3 67 385 Kenny, G-. A. M., Lowden Run, Koromiko... Flood, Port Underwood 387 James, Starmont, ... 1058 1258 Kereopa, Meehana, Canvastown ... 15 73 Flood, Jos., Starmont, Port Underwood ... 1147 1497 Key worth, John, Black Point, Havelock 296 266 Foote, Albert, Havelock Nil Landall, Isaac, Diffenbach, Pieton 375 470 Foote, E. A., Homewood 200 300 Landall, John, Ouahau, Pieton Foote, J. 252 292 D., Wilson's Bay, Homewood 499 449 Lawson, Beatson, Okaramio 194 245 Foote, T. A., Havelock 172 220 Leov, C. S., Canvastown 20 20 Forest, Q. Havelock R., 396 386 Looms, Thomas, Okaramio 75° 853 Forest, Eobert, Riverside, Havelock 383 398 Love, Mrs L., Waikawa, Pieton 100 Freeth, George, Mount Pleasant, Picton 192 182 Love, Daniel, Onotohia, Pieton "93° 1990 Freeth, William, Poplar, Koromiko 242 18: Love, Richard, East Bay, Pieton 30 25 Fulton, James, The Cullensville Retreat, ... 697 7°5 Madden, Edward, Koromiko 15 12 Gardiner, Okaramio 20 R. G., 146 Makoere Natana, Te Huehue, Pictou 32 36 Gardiner, Shalto, Okaramio 88 96 Manihera Tauhaney, Ruapaka, Canvastown 59 Gilchrist, James,Koromiko •S6 '47 Martin, Hector, Waikawa, Pieton Giles, Thomas, Bushy Onamalutu 5' 5' Park, 240 259 Masefleld, W. T., Manaroa 2529 2729 Godfrey, Charles, Picton 282 267 Maud Bros., Havelock 478 674 Godsiff, D. H., Waitaria, Kenepuru 380 36s Maule, Alexander, Mud Bay, Havelock Godsiff, Henry, Manaroa 452 492 595 817 McAlpine, Mrs. R., Manaroa 294 395 G-ood, S. J. D., Kenepuru 316 300 McCormick, Donald, Watamunga, Pieton ... 1123 985 Gould, John, Nydia Bay 300 484 McDowell, Mrs. J.,Kaituna Road, Havelock Greensill, 41 59 J. A. R., Ohingaroa Bay, Picton... 820 896 McMahon, Jamee,Fish Bay, Kenepuru 107 149 Gregg, Mrs. J. W., Cullensville, Grove »358 1381 McMahon, Mrs. M., Kenepuru Guard, J. E., Pt. Underwood,.. 192 292 Oyster Cove, 364 393 McMahon, P., Taradale, Kenepuru 1000 Gullery, The Portage, Kenepuru 1038 J., 659 608 McManaway, T., Brightlands 197 •97 Gullery, S. J., Lochmara, Picton 2126 2574 McMillan, JEneas, Honeyfield,Havelock 452 456 Hama Hamuera, Canvastown 170 200 Mills, Charles, Eli Bay, Havelock 506 588 HamiltonBros., North-west Bay, Homewood 70 98 Mills, Richard, Deep Creek 6 Harris Brothers, Ketu Bay 4875 6442 Mills, Mrs. S. A., Brightlands Gγ. Kenepuru ... 500 500 Harris, M., 600 644 Mills, T. H., Hopai, Manaroa '35° '493 Harris, H. H., Port Legar, Ketu Bay 2330 3600 Moore, Frank, Endeavour Inlet, Wellington Harris, H. W., Endeavour 263 384 Inlet 11 Moore, J. A., Forebank, Havelock 99 Harris, T. W., Okaramio 212 98 265 Moore, J. A., Run 57, Havelock 213 323 Hart, C. F., Orarangi, Canvastown 202 102 Moore, T., Okaramio Hart, E., Okaramio 234 265 117 ■53 Neal, E., Koromiko 252 222 Hart, John, Para, Koromiko 485 S 00 Neal, F., Koromiko Hart and Taylor, Hart's Valley, Koromiko... 40 54 750 689 Neame P., Havelock 21 18 Harvey and Turner, Pig Bay, French Pass ... 500 600 Neave, F. D. S., Titirangi, Wellington Harvey, Beatrix Bay, Manaroa 43i6 6636 Isaac, 596 497 Nehana Pakura, Pieton "55 180 Harvey, Nathan, Clova Bay, Manaroa 700 900 Nesbitt, William, Okaramio Harvey, W. H., Beatrix Bay, 300 400 Manaroa 786 1077 Neumann, Robert, Havelock 3° Harvey, W., sen., Clova Bay, Manaroa 1000 98 1000 Nevelle, S. M., Waikahaho, Blenheim 1004 Hawker, T. H., Koromiko ■ Nil 403 ... Newton, James, Ferndale, Kenepuru 100 91 Hebberley, John,Picton 600 600 Nicoll, Charles, Havelock Hebberley, J.T., Tellaton, Te Awaite 67 '45 300 Norton, James, Long Island and Te Awaite 237 232 Hebbert, Joseph, Ouahau, Picton 170 •73 O'Sullivan, T., Kaituna Valley, Havelock Heileson, James C. E., Opua Bay, Picton 182 ... 850 846 ... 187 Pakahi Taimona, Durville Island, French Pass 103 Henderson and Sons, Waitaria, Kenepuru ... 900 Nil Palmer, R. Gγ., Kenepuru 84 Henderson, J. D., Waitaria, Kenepuru 404 Parfitt, Joseph, Koromiko W., Kenepuru 67 9' Henderson, sen., Waitaria, ... 383 Parfltt, William, Koromiko 222 Nil Henderson, W. P., Waitaria, Kenepuru 494 Parfitt and Williams, Mount Pleasant Hendrickson, C, Okaramio 340 Nil H. 35 Parker, T. E., Kaiuma, Havelock 162 Nil Higgins, Sydney, Havelock 696 856 Passau, Owen, Kaiuna, Haveloek Hippolite, Charles, Okiwi Payton, 97 233 297 T. N., Para 8 7 Hippolite, Joseph, Okiwi 169 52 Pero Ngapahi, Ruakaka, Pieton A., Louis Manaroa 96 Hocquard, Bay, 676 788 Pettman, Edgar, Claverton, Springlands 86 Nil Hope, Albert, Admiralty Bay, French Pass... 93 Pieard, W. A., Canvastown Hope, Edward, Admiralty Bay, French Pass •5 142 217 Powell, J. W., Kenepuru 334 Hope, O. H., Admiralty Bay, French Pass 190 Price, Havelock ... 287 H. W., ", 63 2 55 82 H.—23

MARLBOROUGH-NELSON—continued. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON— continued. No. of Sheepon No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30. April 30, April 30 1897. 1898. 1897. 1888.

Pullman, A. W., Crail Bay, Kenepuru 190 240 Avery, William, Blenheim 394 419 Radcliffe, James, Otaurua, Picton 600 838 Barv, G., Renwick 480 333 Randall, G., Koromiko 856 795 Bank of N.S. Wales, Riverlands, Blenheim... 4248 4124 Reader H. A., Havelock 373 484 Barker, Edwin, Wairau Valley 253 300 Reader, H. M., Havelock 684 885 Barnes, S., Old Renwick Road, Blenheim ... 90 Nil Reader, T., Run 43, Havelock 349 352 Barnetfc, A. W., Raydale, Tua Marina 626 620 Redwood Brothers, Akaloa, Spring Creek ... 95° 1310 Barton, John, Onamalutu 335 34° Reed, James, Picton Road 20 Batty, J., Middle Road, Blenheim ■>° 70 Reeves, W. and H., Koromiko 1000 1000 Beal, Richard, New Renwick Road, Blenheim 167 119 Renata Pau, Rangitoto, Okiwi 594 769 Beatson, J. J., Bankfield, Blenheim 396 434 Reuben, Mrs. J.,Waikawa, Picton 9 3' Beatson, Robert, Clovernook, Blenheim 394 250 Bobertson, Alex, OrchardNuhe, Kaituna ... 3 Bell and Sons, St. Leonards, Blenheim 3793 Nil Roland, David, Takapawerangi Isl., Havelock 100 127 Bell and Sons,W., Benhopai, Renwicktown... I3963 M54O Ruffell, H., Skiddaw, Kenepuru 496 394 Bell Brothers, Northbank, Wairau Valley ... 7600 6302 Russell, J. W., Endeavour Inlet 31 Bell Brothers, Flaxmere, Blenheim 215 804 Rutland, H. N., Te Patoa, Canvastown 473 35° Bell and Sons, Spring Creek 1870 Scbenckle Bros., North-west Bay.Homewood 5° 9i Bell and Sons, Brockley 73° Seymour, G. T., Rai Valley, Canvastown 15° '52 Bishell, D., Caythorpe, Blenheim 300 488 Shotter, James, Haveloek 52 Blick, Enoch, Spring Creek 187 180 Simmonds, H. A., Koromiko 296 296 Bliek, Jesse, Spring Creek 42 38 Simmonde, W. P., Havelock 25 I •5° Bonnington, H., Wairau Valley 272 200 Simonsen, R., Havelock 99 98 Botham, C. and G., Tua Marina 124 121 Simpson, A., Havelock 200 267 Botham, H. B., Tua Marina '5 16 Smith, C. W., Haveloek 200 217 Boyce, George, Blenheim 100 Smith, J. W., Jun., Rai Valley, Canvastown 185 7' Boyes, David, Tua Marina 295 3°3 Snook, Albert,Waitata Bay, Ketu Bsy 166 Boyle, John, Blenheim '45 122 Snooke Brothers, Waitata Bay, Kitu Bay ... 227 Nil Brooks, W., Renwicktown 261 Snook, Frank, Waitata Bay, Ketu Bay 122 Brougham, D., Willow Brook, Blenheim 170 182 Stace, H. W., Robin Hood, Spring Creek ... 1098 1229 Brydon, Mrs., Comely Bank, Renwick 11go 1235 Stuart, D. A., Elaine Bay 688 708 Burroughs, J., Woodside, Blenheim 85 5« Stuart, Louis, Eli Bay, Manaroa 500 500 Busby, Mrs. J. D., Valley6eld, Renwinktown 3°'4 2272 Stuart, W. J., Okiwi, Croiselles 1700 1800 Callard and Gibson, Boulderbank, Blenheim 162 '93 Sutherland,W. A. D.,Yellaton, Spring Creek 120 Nil Cameron, Mrs. M. A., Okaramio 500 600 Swafford, W. E , Havelock 35° 456 Campbell, Hugh, Tua Marina 400 400 Taylor and Bedding, Havelock 94 7' Carter, T., Richmond Dale, Wairau Valley ... 35'° Nil Temple, A. B., Te Awaiti 595 585 Carter, T., Hillersden, Wairau Valley *S,761 47480 Te Ruruka Hoara, French Pass 184 158 Carter, T., Wantwood, Wairau Valley 10,012 Nil Tetley, Fred., Te Awaite 40 84 Carter, T., Stronvar, Wairau Valley 12,983 Nil Thomas, James, MountPleasant, Picton 300 363 Carter, T., Tearowhenua, Wairau Valley 495° Nα Thompson Brothers, Waitaru Bay, Kenepuru 606 596 Carter, T., Burleigh, Blenheim 420 •5° Thompson, Bruce, Grove 273 383 Carter, Thomas, Glenfield, Blenheim 909 1200 Tiller, Charles, North-west Bay,- Homewood Carter, Witten Blenheim 127 '53 Thomas, Run, 5121 5229 Toms, Joseph, Lee's Bay, Te Awaite 357 46. Casey, Mrs. M., Tua Marina 73 5 6 Tosswill, A., St. Loyes, French Pass 500 597 Ching, W. H., Omaka Estate, Blenheim ... '79 Tosswill, L. W., Clova Bay, Manaroa 800 850 Ching, W., Grove Road, Blenheim 80 Turner and Son, Admiralty Bay, French Pass 1316 Nil Chandler, George, Opawa Bank, Blenheim... 221 '95 Turner, Charles, Rai Valley, Canvastown ... '5° 92 Chaytor, Edward, Tophouse, Spring Creek... 45r 7 4838 Turner, H., Kavenscliff, Pieton 747 845 Chaytor, J. C, Marshlands, Spring Creek ... 4120 4741 Turner, I. W.,Eastbourne, French Pass 466 Cheesman, G. T., Grovetown 455 176 Turner, William, St. Kilda, French Pass ... 957 Cheeseman, H. C, Grovetown '32 95 Twidle, James, Haveloek 40 95 Conder, T.,Renwick 161 246 Walker Brothers, Nydia Bay, Havelock 408 520 Connor, M., LongGeld Farm, Blenheim 271 282 Walker, L. S., Nydia Bay, Havelock 395 299 Coetello, W. J., Delta, Renwicktown 404 Nil Webb, J. J., Beatrix Bay, Manaroa 600 594 Craven, Alexander, Grovetown 283 100 Webber, W., Elmslie's Bay 830 876 Dalziel, J.,Old Renwick Road, Blenheim 48 '3 Webster, T., Picton 70 3° Davies, James, Kaituna 900 894 Wells Brothers, Waikawa, Picton 1010 1180 Des-Forges, A., Blenheim 345 67 Wells Brothers, Nydia Bay, Havelock 200 300 Dick, John,Tua Marina 75 111 Wells, Daniel, Four Fathom Bay, Havelock 1215 '372 Dillon, Mrs. P. G., Leefield, Blenheim n>321 "3'5 Wells, David, Havelock US 96 Dodson, F. T., Onslow Farm, Spring Creek... 242 179 Wells, Eli, HillsideFarm, Havelock 202 260 Dodson, G., Sandhills Farm, Spring Creek ... 147 230 Wells, Jabez, Havelock •35 202 Dodson, T. R., The Willows, Blenheim 135 58 Western, Mrs. A., The Lindens, Picton 5°° 5°3 Draper, D., Blenheim '5° .128 Wheadon, John, Havelock 595 669 Duffy, B., Omaka Estate 122 Whiffen Bros., Mount Riley Run, Okaramio 94 Fairhall. E., Woodburn, Blenheim '775 1800 White, Mrs. J., Hitawa, Picton 250 260 Falvev, Michael, Omaka Estate 187 168 Williams, H. E. R., Kaiuma, Havelock 337 Farmar, A., Blenheim 600 632 Williams, J; T., Mount Pleasant, Picton ... 378 FitzGerald, Mrs., Blenheim 70 Wilson, Mrs. R., Koromiko 96 61 Foleter, H., Onamalutu, 650 774 Wynn-Williams, H., Manaroa 475 666 Ford, Mrs. J., Spring Creek 14C 186 Yarrell, J. GK, Mount Pleasant, Picton 192 ■73 Foster, J. F., Blenheim 100 Nil Freeth, William, Blenheim 3 2 127,882 145.726 Fulton, Mrs. C, Blenheim IS 25 Gane, James, Newland, Spring Creek 160 Iβ! MARLBOROUGH COUNTY Gane, S., Park Farm. Spring Creek 274 286 (In Blenheim Subdivision). Gee, George, Ren wick 117 '25 Aberhart, J. H., Blenheim 70 63 Gibson, T. L., Kaituna 384 385 Aldridge, W. S., Wairau Bar, Blenheim 170 100 Gifford, Isaac, Spring Creek 1600 1657 Adams, John, Grovetown .46 163 Gilford, James,Rodwell, Blenheim 396 282 Adams, William, Langley Dale, Blenheim ... 44i8 5032 Gifford, W., Raglan Farm, Blenheim 37° '74 Adams and Sons, Greenfields, Blenheim 196 187 Goulter, Charles, Hawkesbury, Blenheim ... 2586 '73* Addison, J. J., Wairau Valley '58 111 Goulter, Redwood, Timara, Blenheim 1300 1011 Allport, Thomas, jun., Spring Creek 96 68 Graham, G., Fairhall, Blenheim 99° 129, Avery, Arthur, Blenheim 110 242 Green, Mrs. M. J., Kaituna ., 49 H.—23. 83

MARLBOROUGH-NELSON— continued. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON— continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April SO, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Gregory, Thomas, Spring Creek 13* 142 Painter, "William, Doctor's Flat 353 Grictley, Joseph, Blenheim 279 41 Paul, Murray, St. Leonards 66 Hall, Mrs. M., Spring Creek 100 128 Palmer, H. T., The Half-way, Tua Marina ... 343 379 Hammond, Francis, Blenheim 100 225 Parker, W. B., Blenheim 899 973 Hammond. H., Renwick Road, Blenheim ... 7' 9 1 Patchet.t, Charles, Omala Estate 141 94 Harding, T., Swansdown, Blenheim 912 760 Paul, J. and E., Moorlands, Blenheim 192.? 1688 Hart, George, Omaka Estate, Eenwick 100 Pike, W., and Son, The Laurels, Blenheim ... 331 180 Healey, John, Tua Marina 22 74 Pollard, William, Delta, Blenheim 6607 6467 Herd, l>., Doctor's Hat, Blenheim 545 Nil Pope, R. W., Onamalutu 73 49 Hodgeson, Sam., Tna Marina 92 132 Potter, Robert, Kaituna 29 35 Hodgson, William, Okaramio 149 168 Powell, John, Bartlett's Creek 70 Holdaway, George, Blenheim 55 43 Pukekohatu Rore, Spring Creek 323 333 Holdaway, J., Blenheim 376 '58 Reader, Alf., Omaka Estate 395 200 Holdaway, J. F. E., Blenheim 81 Redwood Bros., Mill Farm, Spring Creek ... 190 464 Hopgood, Thomas, Renwicktown 46 37 Reeves, Charles, Spring Creek 179 188 Horgan, M., Meadow Bank, Blenheim 292 302 Reeves. H. and W., Blenheim 56 62 Hounsel, Arthur, Omaka Estate 410 496 Richardson, G. B., Meadow Bank, Blenheim 7710 88 S Huggart, S., Tiptree, Blenheim 170 190 Rickertsen, M., Blenheim 200 200 Humphrey, John, Onamalutu 112 97 Ricketts, H. A., Omaka Estate 161 Nil Inman, C, Kaituna 16 323 Roberts, William, Onamalutu 200 200 Jackson, A. W., Runnymede, Blenheim 600 5°° Robinson, Robert, Spring Creek 576 502 Jackson, H. L., Blenheim 293 268 Rogerson, H., Spring Creek 132 122 Jacques, Daniel, Okaramio 142 183 Rose, John, Keyworth Farm, Blenheim 336 32S Jacques, Thomas, Kaituna 100 '95 Roskruge, Francis, Spring Creek 208 263 Jeffries, Thomas, Blenheim 297 269 Sadd, G. E., Wratt's Farm, Q-rovetown '54 181 Jellyman, William, Blenheim 46 Nil Seymour, H. A., Tyntesfield, Blenheim 6826 6225 Jermyn, James, Bullerby Farm, Spring Creek 293 400 Seymour, G. T., Meadowbank ' 7!S° Johnston, J., Halfway House, Okaramio 2I 5 Scott, Edward, Spring Creek 193 192 Jones, William, Big Bush, Blenheim 486 768 Smart, Charles, Onamalutu 236 20 Jordan, Christian, Blenheim 40 82 Smart, James, Onamalutu 284 Kennington, William, Okaramio 2263 2494 Smith, F., G-reenhills, Tua Marina 252 263 Kirkpatriek, James, Blenheim M '3 Smith, F., jun., Tua Marina 162 ■57 Laidlaw, J., Cragieburn, Blenheim 600 599 Smith, J. P., Tua Marina 160 200 Lambert, .T. A., Shrublands, Kaituna 878 898 Soper, F. W., Spring Creek 70 3° Lankow, H., Tua Marina 77 93 Soper. W., Rose Villa, Spring Creek 300 300 Lankow, J., Tua Marina 142 70 Soper, Winsor, Blenheim 253 252 Law, James, Tua Marina ■56 300 Squire, A. W., Glenside, Spring Creek 192 142 Lawson, Beatson, Okaramio Nil 245 Storey, J. S., Kaituna 594 689 Lees, James, Blenheim 300 437 Storey, T. J.,Fairhall, Blenheim 788 867 Leslie, John, Okaramio 807 1205 Sutton. Charles, Spring Creek 260 2.34 Levein, J. T., Springfield, Okaramio 192 263 Tapp, W., Renwicktown 494 597 Litchfield, A. J., Lhermere, Blenheim '53 '34 Taylor, J. W., Okaramio 45 66 Lucas, Joseph, Opawa Bank, Blenheim 99 89 Teschemaker, C. de V., Avondale and Glen 21130 Nil Maher Brothere, Kaituna '393 '595 Lee, Blenheim Maher, John, North Bank, Kaituna 352 292 Teschemaker, C. de V., Glen Lee, Blenheim 4500 Maher, P. & J., New Renwick Rd., Blenheim 245 295 Tesehemaker, C. de V., ATondale, Blenheim 18400 Mapp, J., Blenheim 302 590 Thomas, F., Canvastown 73 Nil March, John, Spring Creek 98 140 Thorns, G., Omaha Estate 147 106 Matthews, R., SpringCreek 35° 278 Thomson. James, Blenheim 409 39° McCallum, Duncan. Blenheim 157 '75 Titnms, Richard, Wairau Valley 128 119 McCallum, J., Renwick Road, Blenheim 55 7' Tombs Brothers, Spring Creek 97 77 McDonnell, John, Spring Creek 100 101 Vavasour, H. D., Vernon, Blenheim 1o,u 6 7928 McFarlane, John,Waihopai 405 380 Wady, T., Onamalutu 3° 78 McKay, Alex., Blenheim 600 700 Ward, Mrs. L., Hawkesbury, Blenheim 33 Nil McLaughlin, A., Blenheim 126 •3° Warmouth, Mrs., Scrypland, Onamalutu ... 84 66 McLean, Peter, Okaramio 260 '52 Watson, Arthur, Wairau Ferry, Renwick ... '5 100 McMorrin, Mrs. J., Spring Creek 97 96 Watson, C. H., Renwick 192 288 McXab, Mrs. F., Marshlands, Spring Creek 530 400 Watson, J., Spring Creek 120 61 Meighan, Patrick, Bridge Estate, Blenheim... 470 302 Watson, Sydney, Blenheim 210 130 Mills, John, Spring Creek 100 100 Watts, G. F., Erina, Blenheim 4622 4650 Monro, A., Bankhouse, Waihopai 9870 10268' Watts, G. F., Landsdowue, Wairau Valley... 8977 8848 Morck, E., Bason Lodge Farm, Onamalutu... 196 200 Weaver, Alexander, Waikahaho, Kaituna ... 808 95 6 Mortimer, James, Okaramio 166 212 Western, C. J., Tua Marina si 5' Murdoch, A. G., Omaka Estate 213 192 White, Charles, Onamalutu 86 259 Murphy, J. 'J'., Spring Creek > 2 5 Nil White, Mrs. E. A., Onamalutu 199 204 Murphy, T., Spring Creek 100 Wilkins, George, Spring Creek 70 5° Murray, James, Grovetown 162 122 Wilkins, Thomas, Tua Marina 80 69 Murray, W., Spring Creek 86 40 Williams, Thomas, Okaramio 24 3' Neal, C. W., Spring Creek 78 Wratt, J.,Raedale, SpringCreek 593 600 Neal, T. N., Spring Creek 180 250 Neville, S. M., Richardson's, Blenheim 1562 1891 275.259 271,178 Newman; Charles, Renwick 603 700 Newman, Sam, Onamalutu 43 (In Awatere Subdivision). N.Z.L. and M.A. Co., Birch Hill, Wairau ... 26496 22100 Allan and Barnes, SeaView, Blenheim 593 464 North, George, Okaramio 317 320 Allan, J. W., Blind River, Awatere 657 596 O'Dwyer, 0., Blenheim 104 256 Aroa, Mrs. Robert, Blind River, A,watere ... 400 34° O'Dwyer, J., Spring Creek 250 33° Assets Realisation Board, Blairieh 7'52 O'Leary, Denis, Sunnyside, Blenheim 200 257 Assets Realisation Board, Braes of Sutherland 2156 O'Leary, H., Spring Creek .67 69 Assets Realisation Board, Camden 4098 O'Leary, J., Tua Marina 544 554 Assets Realisation Board, Weldshill 5854 Onion, Edmond, Wairau Valley 199 182 Assets Realisation Board, Upton Downs 16956 Onion, Henry, Wairau Valley 100 100 Bank of N.Z. Estates Co., Blairich ' 6824 Nil Onion, Henry, Blenheim '5' 710 Bank of N.Z. Estates Co., Braes ofSutherland 2389 Nil O'Sullivan, Charles, Tua Marina 222 200 Bank of N.Z. Estates Co., Camden 4009 Nil 84 H.—23. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON—continued. MARLBOROUGH-NELSON—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on

April 30, April30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

BlindRiver Bank of N.Z. Estates Co., Weldshill S 8i8 Nil Morrow, Robert, ... 3°o 294 Awatere Bank of Estates Co., Upton 18401 Nil Mowat, K. P., 13.3O 1387 NZ, Mount Awatere 822 6000 H., Blind Biver 12 Nil Neville, S., Gladstone, 5 Barnes, A. J., Blind Riper 66 Batty, J., Blind River, Awatere 1000 496 O'Donahogue, 5 464 Starborough O'Dwyer, P., Blind River, Awatere 45' 3°9 Beaumont,E. (Estate of), 35410 32358 Awatere Blind Awatere 12 Renwick, Mrs. A., Dumgree, 15250 ■5578 Brailey, G., River, 34 Awatere Blind River 404 Rice, Richard, Blind River, 142 Nil Bubb, Oliver, 487 Richmond, Richmond Brook, Awa- 14170 Bursill, F. W., Blind River, Awatere 2187 1178 F. H., 13728 Langridge, Renwick 7858 tere Busby, Mrs. J. D., 6725 Awatere 100 and Weld, Flaxbourne, Blenheim 50695 Robinson, Mrs. E., Blind Biver, ... '35 Clifford ... 48053 Brothers, Muller Run, Awatere 5'79 Cotterall, C. E., Blind River, Awatere 20 200 Shirtliff ... 7'&3 Sigglekow and Lange, Blind River 252 130 Crafai-, William, Blind River 5° 168 J. W., Jordan, Awatere 222 308 Trueman, R. C, Blind River, Awatere 191 Cummings, and Loan Middlehurst 1150 Cunningham, J., Cape Campbell, Flaxbourne 97 Nil Trust Company, 6977 J., Bertegell, Blenheim 1210 Dow, John, Cape Campbell 60 Ward, F. P. 1325 Philip, Blind River 33i 264 Fissenden, 201,258 191,114 Green, E., Upcot, Blenheim 10000 9500 Awatere 1000 499 Gunn, G-. M., "Uggbrook, Kaikoura 6 McXenzie, John, Starborough, Awatere 41 35 In Subdivision 5 .736 S3.US D Blind River, Awatere 38 Nil McLeay, , Total in 533.253 I S.437 McRae, A. C., Aotea, Awatere 3016 3304 county ... S

CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA DISTRICT. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. No. ofriheep on and the Number showing the Sheepowners April 30, April 30, RETURNof Sheep and Lambs in each county on the 181)7. 1898. 30th April, 1897, and 30th April, 1898. No. of Sheep on Gibson, Edward, Kaikoura 212 Gibson, H., Kaikoura 210 Nil April 30, I April 30, Gibson, Walter, Kaiwbare, Kaikoura 195 80 1897. 1898. Gilbert J., Claverley, Waiau 890 Gooeh, H., Ashwiek, Kaikoura 40 9 MARLBOROUGH COUNTY Goulter Misses, Goose Bay, Kaikoura 2100 Kaikoura Subdivision). Gray, James, Kaikoura 66 61 (In Kaikoura 496 453 Symons Brothers, Kekerangu, Kaikoura 42784 38669 Hailes, B. M., Kaikoura 5500 5576 Hailes, J. M., Pine Terrace, Kaikoura 320 294 Trolove, J. W., The Shades, 156 Trolove, P., Woodbank, Kaikoura 8452 8900 Haine, S. G., Kaikoura 176 Harnett, J., Kincaid 66 91 56,736 53,145 Harris, H., Kaikoura 750 900 Haswell J. A., Kaikoura, Fielding 143 KAIKOURA COUNTY Howard, John, Kaikoura 250 97 Kaikoura Subdivision). Inglis and Parsons, Buibui, Kaikoura 6569 7023 (In Clarence Kaikoura 100 600 Adair, Patrick, Kaikoura 2146 Johnson, James, Ferry, ... Frederick, Beach Road, Kaikoura 8 Nil Keenan, P., Kaikoura 232 362 Baker, ... Kaikoura 190 Bank of and Tytler, Kaikoura 31027 30582 Kennedy, Angus, 199 N.Z., Warden Mount 2328 2118 H. J., Kaikoura 259 258 Kennedy, Angus, Fyfie Barratt, 966 Kaikoura 401 380 Barrett, F. E., Kaikoura 767 Kirby, James, ... Claverley, Waiau 100 Kirby, Mrs. Joanna,Kaikoura 34,0 300 Beason, J., Kaikoura 50 60 Boyd, D., Kaikoura 380 300 Knight, Mrs. Martha, Kaikoura 70 87 Lawson, W., Kaikoura 180 151- Boyd, D., jun., Arthur, 888 885 Boyd, Guy, Kaikoura 188 185 Lyford, Kaikoura 282 906 Mackle, Brothers, Kaikoura 500 400 Boyd, Thomas, Kaikoura 288 Broughan, W., Kaikoura 100 200 Maguire, Patrick, Kaikoura 267 Fyffe, Kaikoura 75 398 Mason, F., Kaikoura ; 100 Brunei, C, Mount Kaikoura 982 905 and G. Greenhills, ... 50163 34600 McDonald, R. (Exors. of), Kowhai, Bullen, F. F., Kaikoura Waiau 600 and G. F., Gooche's Pt., Kaikoura 1711 1711 McGregor, J., Claverley, Bullen, F. J. Kaikoura 1650 Bullen, F. and G. F., The Elms, Kaikoura 11224 8593 McGregor, W. O., ... 1800 John, Kaikoura 142 173 Bullen,F. and G.F., Tulloch Mains, Kaikoura Nil Miilnnis, Waiau 455 McNorrie, J., Claverley, Waiau ... 960 Burrell, J. C, Claverley, Kaikoura 1890 2364 Michael, Claverley 240 2184 Melhuieh, William, Burns, Waiau 100 Campbell, Malcolm, Kaikoura 377 353 Monk, T., Claverley, 18055 H., Kaikoura 299 271 Carter and Bell, Waipapa, Kaikoura 16110 Montagu, ... Kaikoura 154 193 Norton, H., Kaikoura 50 Nil Chapman, G., Mrs. J., Kaikoura 40 61 Chisnall, H., Kaikoura 130 100 Norton, H. O'Donnell, Jane, Kaikoura 613 560 Clemett, A. T., Kaikoura 94 Nil Mount Fyffe, Kaikoura 288 Olsen, A. H., Kaikoura 56 52 Collins, Arthur, ... Kaikoura Mrs. Erica, Kaikoura 197 Nil Paap, J., Wheatlands, 389 383 Collins, Kaikoura 460 1478 James, Claverley, Waiau 1800 Palmer, E. 0., Cooper, G. E., Swinley, Kaikoura 1158 1160 Curtain, J., Kaikoura 591 593 Parsons, Davidson, Glen Kohai, Kaikoura 670 525 Payne, L. J., Kaikoura 1500 J., Kaikoura 342 298 Davidson, J., Kaikoura 237 215 Peoples, John, Kaikoura 805 495 Poole, J., Kaikoura 21 76 Davidson, B., Waiau Kaikoura 295 276 Pow, Mrs., Fernieliurat Run, 3626 3729 Dee, M., Waiau Kaikoura 92 Nil Pow, Mrs., Conway Hills, 5282 5442 Dillon, D., Kaikoura 198 300 G., Kaikoura 360 360 Renwick, G., Eaton, 1343 Richards, W. 0, Claverley, Waiau 727 Charles, Kaikoura 1332 Evans, 479 398 Roberts, David, Kaikoura : 30 Gallagher, James, Kaikoura 156 230 Josenh, Goose Bay, Kaikoura 1367 Rorrison, J., Kaikoura Garrett, 184 and Poole, Kaikoura 393 Garratt, J., Kaikoura Nil Sanders H.—23. 84

CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. I K"o. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Smart, John, Kaikoura 397 393 Barker, L., CheTiot 1092 1173 Smith, C, Mount Fyffe 92 269 Barnes, George, Spotswood 99 90 Smith, Gγ., Kaikoura 250 200 Barnes, J., Cheviot 279 193 Smith, J. W., Kaikoura 61 70 Beckett, J., Cheviot 295 297 Smith, W., Claverly, Kaikoura 6024 5000 Black, W., Cheviot 375 355 Smith, W., Ludstone, Kaikoura 4443 4458 Broadley, G-. W., Cheviot 188 Smith, W. D., Sea View, Kaikoura 350 350 Bruce, William, Cheviot 494 375 Stirling, J. B., Claverley 400 Burnett, Alexander, Cheviot 194 203 Stretch, R., Mount Fyff'e 42 70 Butt, H.. Cheviot 96 141 Symons, A. G., Atherley, Kaikoura 407 Butt, J., Cheviot 633 602 Tahui Pene, Native Reserve, Kaikoura 181 280 Campbell, Mrs., Cheviot 4800 4490 Taylor, G., Tui Farm, Kaikoura 582 598 Chapman, Mrs. Mary, Cheviot 700 Tosswill, L. W., Christchurch 1438 Childs, P., Port Eobinson 970 1218 Wallace, John, Kaikoura 398 290 Coakley, T., Cheviot 1012 1496 Wallace, W., Kaikoura 497 549 Craighead, A., Cheviot 218 379 Waruhi, P., Kaikoura 340 473 Crampton, G. W., Cheviot 392 485 Willa, U., Kaikoura 170 200 Crampton, J. J., Cheviot 321 265 Wi Poharama, Native Reserve, Kaikoura ... 38 Nil Crampton, M. H., Cheviot 475 496 Wood, Charles, Lynton Downs, Kaikoura ... 9108 9041 Cuthbert, W., Cheviot 900 597 Wood, W. D., Swyncombe, Kaikoura 9053 10362 Dalgety, Win., Cheviot 194 107 Workman, R., Kaikoura 96 110 Dalton, B., Cheviot 197 197 Denton Brothers, Cheviot 989 181050 188,575 Denton, F. K., Domett 1258 Nil Denton, Mrs. B. J., Domett 392 AMURI COUNTY. Dillon, P-, Domett 487 598 Acton-Adams, Reginald, Woodbank (Ch'Ch.) 9954 11120 Down, A., Cheviot 171 153 Acton-Adams, W., Tarndale and Molesworth 38140 40793 Doyle, J., Cheviot 552 654 (Christchurch) Dunlop, B., Cheviot 629 455 Allan, Margaret, Rotherham 120 100 Egan, Edward, Domett 84 Beamish, J T., Rotherham 15 Evans, C. T., Cheviot 219 304 Bell, Robert, Blenheim 636 Evane, John, Spotswood, Cheviot 267 398 Castles, J.,Rotherham 41 30 Fenwick, B. F., Cheviot 409 296 Chapman,T. and E., Mount Palm, Rotherham 13779 12669 Fitzpatrick, J., Cheviot 1438 1451 Coakley, John, Waiau 444 375 Fitzsimmons, H., Cheviot 294 195 Cook, A. G., Rotherham 1365 Nil Fitzeimmons, Patrick, Cheviot 1111 1110 Cox, J. W. M., Rotherham 72 Nil Fleming, John, Cheviot 2000 1914 Creed, W. R., Waiau 28 125 Fleming, Robert, Spotswood, Cheviot 71 Dalgety, F. G., Balmoral (Christchurch) 33600 32200 Forbes Bros., Cheviot 1865 1668 DaTison, J. 13., St. Leonards, Culverden 23085 22937 Forsyth, Thomas, Cheviot 72 48 Derrett, T., Culverden 67 136 Fraeer, James, Cheviot 22 70 Devine, Hugh, Rotherham 30 74 Gardiner, G., Cheviot 1937 1870 Fitzgerald, G. G., Culverden 26 272 Gee, T., Cheviot 410 190 Forrester, Mrs. Louisa, Hurunui 495 496 Geeson, Wm., Domett 363 400 Forrester, W., Rotheram 475 456 Gell, T. P., Domett 557 498 Harland, Thomas, Rotherham 293 366 Gibson, J., Cheviot 1654 291 Highsted, Stephen, Rotherham 51 70 Gillies, T., Domett 279 290 Holmes, T., Waiau 66 81 Gills, John, Parnassus Eoad, Cheviot 20 Nil Hood, R. W., Hanmer Plains 452 468 Hannah, W., Domett 240 153 Jones, B., Pahau Pastures, Culverden 4700 4601 Hansen, J. N ,Spotswood 190 279 Jones,E., Waiau Stn. and Farm, Culverden 6390 7075 Hare, J., Cheviot 202 303 Kemp, F. W., Hanmer Plain 915 Harrison, J. W., Cheviot 300 Kemp, John, Hanmer Plain 3855 Hilling, John, Cheviot 545 585 Lahmert, Mrs. A., Hanmer Plains 30 50 Hills, W. H., Cheviot • 151 Lewis, W. D., Montrose, Culverden 264 318 Hodgson, W., Cheviot 552 385 Low, W. A., St. Helen's, Clarence, and 44671 45044 Hogan, John, Cheviot 480 388 Acheron, Hanmer Plains Hole, B. W., Domett 713 1412 Lyford, A. and L., Cloudy Range, Waiau ... 5700 Holton, E., Cheviot 331 425 Macdonald, Farquliar, Rotherham 2169 Hughes, F. W., Port Eobinson 44 5 Macfarlane, A., Achray, Rotherham 13387 13843 Hughes, Patrick, Domett 60 97 Macfarlane, D. and A., Lyndon, Waiau 31991 31435 Hullin, H., Cheviot 1969 2864 Macfarlane, Walter, Kaiwarra, Culverden ... 2103 3807 Hungerford, G. W., Cheviot 180 304 McArthur, John, St. James, Hanmer Plains 34248 26947 Hyde, W. C, Cheviot 2600 2541 McDonald, A., Sherwood, Waiau 52 110 Jackman, Eias, Domett 455 435 McDonald, Daniel, Hanmer Plains 29 12 Jones, Charles, Cheviot 77 37 McRae, G.W., Glens of Tekoa (Christchurch) 18665 19854 Jones, George, Cheviot 163 123 Robertson, Andrew, Hanmer Plains 2570 Kelly, John, Cheviot 378 344 Rogers, J., Hanmer Plains 86 76 Kemp, John, Cheviot 755 158 Ross, Malcolm, Rogerson, Hanmer Plains ... 800 800 King, Thomas, Cheviot 127 35 Rutherford, Duncan, Glynn Wye, Culverden 22000 18875 Leaman, H. D., Cheviot 10 Nil Rutherford, Duncan, Leslie Hills, Culverden 17800 18307 Lewis, A. M., Domett 254 274 Rutherford, Walter, Sherwood, Waiau 4437 4630 Lewthwaite, J. B., Cheviot 524 499 Rutherford, W. O., Montrose, Culverden ... 19225 20088 Lott, D., Cheviot 291 431 Wharton, H., and Co., Highfield, Waiau ... 41754 40954 Macfarlane, J. D., Hawkeswood, Waiau 14248 15183 Williamson, R., Rotherham 94 41 Macfarlane, Walter, Kaiwarra, Culverden ... 17606 16709 Wilson, F. H., Cashmere, Christchurch 18108 17786 Marten, B , Domett 357 392 McDowell, A., Cheviot 100 299 403417 413,281 McGilvray, D., Domett 893 862 McGregor, W., Spotswood 298 Nil CHEVIOT COUNTY McLaren, D., Cheviot 1980 2195 (In North Canterbury Subdivision). McLauchlin, George, Cheviot 152 120 Anderson, Jas., Cheviot 2051 2313 McLean, George, Domett 47 100 Anstey, G. A., Mount Parnassus, Waiau ... 34408 36530 McNiven and Aitken, Domett 395 395 Auld, John, Cheviot 300 400 McPherson, J., Cheviot 415 464 Bainbridge, W., Cheviot 455 298 McBae, George, Cheviot 5471 7600 86 a.—23. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued.

No. of Sheepon No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Meikle, T., Domett 391 477 Bailie, Robert, Waikari 788 791 Menzies, N., Cheviot 1016 866 Baird, John, 8 efton 194 92 Millioliatnp, E., Cheyiot 192 Nil Baird, Samuel, Sefton 187 192 Monk, R., sen., Claverley 298 300 Baker, Jonathan, Ohoka 47 Monk, William, Cheviot 84 Baker, P. T., Amberley 1060 900 Morris, W., Cheviot 387 356 Bank ofNew South Wales, The Lakes, Ch'ch. 15768 Nil Mowat, Alexander, Cheviot 2000 2500 Bank of N.Z. Estate Co., Bennetts 25750 Nil Nicholson, H., Cheviot 581 790 Banks, Daniel, Ashley 124 61 Oliver, J. H., Mackenzie 3032 Banks, James, Ashley Bank 177 273 Osborne, T. L., Domett 381 498 Barker, J., Ohoka 197 162 Patterson, William, Cheviot 49 72 Barker, Joseph, Loburn 796 1180 Puschel, J. C. S., Domett 786 986 Barnes, J. E., Swynforde, Hawarden 20 20 Puschel, N. C. H., Domett 486 442 Barwell, George, Loburn 560 498 Reid, William, Parnassus Boad, Cheviot ... 420 299 Bassett, W. J., Woodstock, View Hill 856 1320 Roberts, C, jun., Domett 490 672 Batohelor Brothers, Ashley 157 92 Robertson, Andrew, Domett 929 920 Baxter, Alexander, East Oxford 593 599 Robinson, T., Cheviot 1915 2317 Baxter, Andrew, Mountain Farm, E. Oxford 743 706 Robineon, W., Cheviot 1000 Nil Baxter, James, Oust 27 33 Rutherford, A. W., Brookdale, Waiau 10598 10805 Baxter, John, Hillside, View Hill 118 161 Rutherford, A. W., Mendip Hills, Waiau ... 9600 10050 Baxter, John, East Oxford 69 80 Scarlett, W., Cheviot 441 428 Baxter, Thomas, East Oxford 268 355 Scarr, R., Cheviot 75 220 Baxter, Thomas, View Hill 200 470 Sloss, R., Cheviot 2784 3588 Bayley, John, Fernside 145 84 Smith, Crompton Brothers, Port Robinson... 739 600 Baylies, T., Oust 300 84 Smith, E. W., Cheviot 241 197 Beal, Henry, Eyreton 170 Nil Smith, P. H., Cheviot 249 288 Beal, Mark, Eyreton 30 24 Spriggs, W., Cheviot 382 181 Beattie, John, Oust 811 821 Stevenson Bros., Cheviot 2449 2289 Beavan, Thomas, Oxford 256 189 Stevenson, J., Cheviot 263 114 Becker, F., Southbrook 230 50 Stringer, E., Cheviot 454 549 Beere, William, Southbrook 15 Tait, James, jun., Claverley 1611 1322 Begg, Jane, Ohoka 8 15 Upritehard, James, Domett 846 1028 Belcher Brothers, Papanui Rd., Coutts Island 3950 1000 Vaughan, John, Cheviot 444 508 Bennett, Alex., Homedale, Bennett's 273 474 Welle, A. T., Cheviot 252 Nil Bennett, H., Loburn 10 86 Weetland, C. J., Cheviot 3706 3197 Bennett, Jane B., North. Loburn 41 41 Whatman, Max, Cheviot ... 1430 1287 Bennett, R. M., Bennett's 292 191 Wilkinson, T. H., Spotswood 400 638 Bennett, William, West Eyreton 150 46 Winskill, D., Cheviot 1615 1615 Bentley, James, Hawarden 300 Winterbourne, John, Cheviot 142 142 Bidmead, George, West Oxford 198 183 Wood, P. H., Domett 2334 700 Bitmead, C. H., View Hill 13 65 Wood, P. H., Tormore, Domett 2115 Black, Andrew, Waikari 236 166 Woodward, S., Cheviot 298 292 Black, J., Oxford 175 341 Wright, Joseph, Mackenzie 220 Blackett, H., Rangiora 500 Nil Young, Thomas, Cheviot -404 Blackett, H., jun.,Loburn 78 94 Zuppicich, J.,Domett 700 485 Blackmore, T. D., Kaiapoi 340 164 Blain, David, Amberley 519 99 172,740 182,697 Blain & McMorran, SeaviewEstate, Amberley 2523 1667 Blain, Mrs. Mary, Lockhead, Oxford 480 469 ASHLEY COUNTY Blake, John, jun., Southbrook 21 20 (In North Canterbury Subdivision). Blunden, R., J he Downs, Bennett's 2060 1555 Acton-Adams, Herbert, Tepapa, Christchureh 13000 13553 Bolger, John,The Peaks, Medbury 86 98 Addinell, John, West Eyreton 882 892 Bolton, Thomas, Sefton 51 31 Aldridge, H. T., Oxford 143 147 Boulton, John, Oust 505 505 Allan, Alexander, Eoekvale, Waikari 878 898 Bowie, Misses, Woodend 142 150 Allan, John,Waikari 888 Bowman, R., Oxford 197 300 Allan, Joseph, Oxford 82 194 Bowman, W. J., Amberley 1900 2060 Allison, Edward, Cust 25 6 Bowron, Gh, SeaView, Ashley Bank 143 111 Allison, W., Amberley 50 11 Boyce, D., Sefton 185 158 Amos, Robert, Amberley 15 Nil Boyce, W. J., North Loburn 85 62 Ancall, A., West Oxford 155 221 Boyd, R. B., Ashley 99 84 Anderson, G., Loburn 36 Boyd, Robert, Ballygarvie, Bennett's 162 133 Anderson, William, Clyde Grove, Cust 402 254 Boyes, J., Leithfield 70 50 Anderson, William, jun., Hawarden 100 Bradley, Matilda R., WestEyreton 247 252 Archibald, D., Waipara 2121 2093 Brady, Catherine, Loburn 199 238 Armstrong, G., North Loburn 122 94 Brady, J. F., Loburu 79 77 Armstrong, John, Loburn 487 487 Bristow, R., Amberley ' 416 423 Armstrong, Thomas, Waikari 1265 1222 Brock, Donald, Ashley Bank 54 58 Arnott, W., Fernside 95 61 Brock, Donald, jun., Loburn 1096 1256 Ashby, Frank, Leithfield 313 348 Brock, Edward, Ashley 240 186 Ashby, J. S., Balcairn 5 13 Brock, John,Ashley Bank 150 130 Ashworth, A., Tiew Hill 93 175 Brooker, A. E., Medbury 140 Ashworth, James, Sefton 3791 3790 Brooker, E. H., Medbury 78 115 Askew, Henry, Oxford 20 163 Brown, C. A., Oxford 107 184 Assets Realisation Board, Bennett's 27963 Brown, E. H. & H. S., Mt. Thomas, Loburn 7922 8323 Atkinson, Joseph, Cust 123 133 Brown, G-., Oxford 17 67 Atkinson, R. D., Cust 592 594 Brown, J. Farmer, East Oxford 258 353 Atkinson, Robineon, Swannanoa 282 160 Brown, J. A , Mount Thomas, Christchurch 875 757 Atkinson, Samuel, Hawarden 192 Brown, John, North Loburn 150 Nil Atkinson, W., Cust 497 392 Brown, Jonathan, Rangiora 363 349 Atkinson, W. H., Bennett's 398 357 Brown, J. T., Oxford 88 108 Bailey, A., View Hill 64 84 Brown, Mrs., Amberley 92 94 Bailey, Drummond, Balcairn 206 90 Brown, T., Oust 59 69 Bailey, George, Eyreton 151 131 Brown, William, North Loburn 180 Bailey, R., Ashley 39 Bruere, Elizabeth, Balcairn 1018 1181 H.:—2a. 87 CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on

April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Buddo, D., Fernside 953 865 Crean, T.,The Peaks 198 300 Bullwinckel, H., Amberley 30 50 Crean, William, Hawarden 104 Bunn, Alfred, View Hill 100 599 Crerar, A., Kangiora 36 25 Bunting, W. J., Woodend 92 96 Criglington, J., Loburn 93 93 Burgess, Thomas, Clarkesville 815 863 Criglington, William, North Lobnrn 100 101 Burgin, Thomas, Crosby, Swannanoa 1308 683 Croft, R. F., Waipara 1640 1920 82 75 Burke, M. J., The Peaks 10123 10285 Croft, Thomas, Ashley Burke, W. M., Amberley 500 770 Cross, John, Bennett's 658 699 Burney, B., Medbury 162 193 Croesley, C. D., Hurunui, Woodend 13322 13058 Burton, G\ H., Woodend 400 500 Crossley, C. D., Woodend 323 425 Busby, William, Kaiapoi 29 22 Crowe, Frederick, Oxford 823 620 Busch, Frederick, Rangiora 388 956 Crowe, G. D., East Oxford 591 841 Oxford 78 Buss, W., Broomfield, Rangiora 1100 3030 Crowe, Henry, 67 Buss,:W., Harrange, Rangiora 150 Crowley, Lionel, Waikari 2258 1895 251 91 Buss, William, jun., Cust 600 Orysell, G. K., West Eyreton Butcher, E., Waikari 628 1019 Crysell, J., Oust 70 Nil Butler, James, Medbury 376 387 Cryeell, Walter, West Eyreton 373 286 Butler, P., Medbury 232 265 Cuckow, E., Amberley 1 Nil Butler, R., Sefton 204 446 Dally, E., Oxford 112 122 Butters, Gk, Eyreton 147 187 Dally, Richard, Oxford 93 135 117 71 Dalziel, Matthew, jun., Amberlej 290 Cairns, H., Seflon 875 Cameron, Angus, Motunau 1348 1450 Dalziel, Eobert, Fernside 373 and D., Saltwater Creek 143 126 Dalziel, Gavin, Fernside 144 96 Cameron, D. 196 Cameron, John, Motanau 1253 1380 Dalzell, A., Waikari Cameron, William, Oxford 100 Dalzell, Henry, Hawarden 138 Rangiora 51 12 Dalzell, J., Medbury 137 189 Campbell, A., 408 250 Campbell,Mrs. C.R., Happy Valley, Motunau 14000 13722 Dalzell, J., Sefton Campbell, H., East Oxford 381 578 D'Auvergne, C, Bangiora 141 117 Loburn 200 71 Davies, D., Medbury 61 89 Carboy, J., 5 Carboy, William, Loburn 171 118 Davies, Frederick, East Oxford C, Ashley Bank 241 183 Davies, John,Eyre Bank, Eyreton 334 384 Carmiehael, Island 145 60 Carr, J. J.,Ashley 90 75 Davis, Mrs. Henry, Coutts's Carson, James, Oxford 695 402 Davie, W., Amberley 588 744 John, Oxford 173 321 Dawson, George, Papanui 1D0 Nil Carson, 396 Carson, William, Waipara 191 182 Dawson, Richard, West Eyreton .173 Thomas, Loburn 57 10 Dench, T., Southbrook 12 Casserley, Leithfield 282 282 Casserley, T., jun., Loburn 30 40 Dennis, Charles, Catherwood, Hugh, Cust 671 577 Denton Brothers, Eyreton 299 298 1516 Chambers, F., Woodend 17 Denton, F. R., Hawarden Nil William, Fernside 31 84 Denton, T. W., Eyreton 548 Nil Chambers, .... 292 Chapman, A. T., Springbank 57 61 Derrett, E. A., Hawarden R. W., Lowlands, Fernside 4280 4532 Derbidga, C, Woodend 70 64 Chapman, 51 51 Chapman, T. and E., Springbank 4676 4097 Dettering, 0., Sefton Walter, West Eyreton 5605 3204 Dickenson, J. D., Hillview, Cust 1612 1760 Chapman, Hurunui 152 193 Chapman, W. P., Rangiora 80 Dickie, Alexander, Cust 176 200 Dickeon, C. W., Ashley 10 48' Charles, James, Balcairn 593 346 Cherry, William, Eyreton 30 Dickson, G-eorge, G. Eyreton 184 150 Dickson, T. B., View Hill 469 487 Chilton, 24 199 Chinnery, <'., Woodend 1350 200 Dixon, A., Ashley Bank E. E., Waikari 64 407 Dixon, F. I., Ashley Bank 36 85 Christian, 94 99 Clark, H. J., Flaxton 146 98 Dixon, John, View Hill J., Oxford 76 64 Dixon, M. J., West Eyreton 16597 9500 Clark, 6365 Cleere, Thomas, View Hill 5 90 Dixon, R. O., Eyreton G-. H., Stonyhurst,Amberley 23182 20094 Doak, J., Fernside 136 Nil Clifford, 1087 2376 Clothier, H. W., Eyreton 66 63 Dobson, John, Rangiora Clothier, James, Clarkeville 125 44 Dobeon, Richard, Broomfield 18 35 Oxford 45 191 Coakley, Dennis, Hurunui 67 26 Dobson, W. F., Fernside 297 274 Dodd, Mrs. M., Waikari 263 210 Coates, S , 563 Cole, Enoch, East Oxford 192 Nil Dohrmann, Diedrich, Bennett's 750 Bennett's 300 Colevian, G., Amberley 174 50 Donovan, R., 70 Amberley 689 543 Doody, Michael, Oxford 34 73 Coleman, S., Riverside, 276 Collie, Donald, Ashley Bank 85 17 Dooley, Patrick, The Peaks 174 F. W., Hawarden 464 Doubleday, W., Kaiapoi 454 Compton, 296 535 Concannon, John, Hurunui 1509 Nil Douds, John, Ashley Condon, D., Oxford 105 130 Douglas, Q-eorge (Executors of),Amberley ... 4050 Nil 33 Douglas, James, Basin Farm, Waikari 3524 4199 Cone, G., Rangiora 220 Conway, Ebenezer, Cust 283 593 Doyle, Lawrence, Hawarden Loburn 31 25 Conway, Thomas, jun., West Byreton 658 500 Doyle, M., Conway, W. F., Cust 947 1474 Duder, William, Culverhouse, View Hill 368 481 Rangiora 11 13 Duffell, Richard, Ohoka 79 71 Cook, Henry, 45 Cooper Brothers, Bennett's 1882 Duffell, W., Ashley 22 Cooper, James, Motanau 371 Nil Dumphy, George, Belfast 50 30 Corcoran, Joseph, Hawarden 206 Duncan, Malcolm, Rangiora 78 69 Costello, William, Medbury 400 400 Duncan, R., Loburn 678 1236 Coup, Robert, Kaiapoi 608 389 Dwyer, D., Hawarden 483 F., Seadown, Amberley 7335 7191 Earl, William, jun., Waikari 608 Courage, 39«3 3292 Courage, F., Drs. Hills, Amberley 5986 5521 Earshman, Archibald, Hurunui George, 1392 1140 Edwards, George, Okair, Kaiapoi 506 325 Cowens, Bennett's 69 Cowie, Alexander, Hawarden 587 681 Egan, John, Fernside 48 Hawarden 1070 1050 Elderton, H. T., Amberley 26 16 Cowie, James, 99 Cox, J. W. M., Hawarden 30 26 Elliott, F. W., The Peaks 95 Crampton, J. B., Amberley 228 191 Elliott, W., Hawarden 64 42 T., Amberley 88 155 Elliott, W., Motanau 1400 1500 Crampton, ••• 390 Crampton, W., Eekvale, Amberley 132 166 Elliott, William, Bennett's 402 87 H.—23.

CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. So. of Steep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April30, April 30, April 30 1898. 1897. 1898. 1897.

Gorton, J. R., View Hill 4984 5715 Ellis, Arthur, Southbrook 47 42 300 296 Graham, Arthur, Oust 481 410 Ellwood, John, Ashley Bank Rangiora 234 53 Henry, Bennett's 1845 1365 Graham, David, Engelbrecht, Grant, Mrs. W. D., Oust 147 127 Enaor, C, Mount Grey, Baloairn 9344 9800 Oust 775 550 Grant, W. H., Swannanoa 122 75 Ensor, J. H., Hayland, Mary Ann, Medbury 139 138 Ensor, J. H., Tara, Oust 456 350 Gray, 70 94 Gray, D., Rangiora 27 23 Evans, F., Fernside F., Clifton and Woodend 2276 2782 Richard, Ferneide 300 130 Gray, H., Evane, 895 Gray, H. E\, Woodend 833 473 Evans, Richard, Ohoka, Kaiapoi 2084 Amberley 296 494 Baicairn 33 Nil Greeney, Michael, Evans, T. H., Greenwood, G, D., Teviotdale, Amberley 14818 14800 Fairweather, A., Amberley 271 380 ... 968 987 Greig, A., Amberley 342 273 Fairweather, 0., Amberley G., Metanau 107 186 Fairweather, C, Eyreton 1697 2562 Greig, 1159 Griffin, R, Loburn 98 89 Fairweather, E., Cust 1044 Amberley 183 163 A., Kaiapoi 120 52 Griffiths, Rees, Fantham, Mrs. Gundry, Thomas, Oxford 81 66 E., Bennett's 195 Farr, 384 Gwatkin, F. R., The Peaks 153 Farrell, John, Waikari Harry, The Peaks 123 Farrelly, William, View Hill 93 99 Gwatkin, Nil Hadler, C., Amberley 198 200 Feary Brothers, View Hill 1591 Amberley 290 291 View Hill 253 Hale, W. H., Feary, E., Day's Farm, Hall, J. H., Motunau, Amberley 7342 6900 Feary, E., View Hill 200 1672 613 166 Halpin, J. J., Southbrook 243 63 Feather, E., North Loburn The Peaks 236 Loburn 429 368 Hamilton, W., 327 Feather, James, North John, Balcairn 91 Nil Feather, William, North Loburn 98 51 Hanna, 70 99 Hanna, M., Sefton 30 19 Feathery, T ,Amberley Sefton 278 133 Sarah, Fenwick, Richard, East Oxford 280 83 , Hanna, 17 Hanna, W. J., Leithfield 214 268 Fen wick, John, East Oxford View Hill 456 East Oxford 393 472 Hardie, Alexander, Fenwick, William, Loburn 24 75 Sefton 126 180 Hardy, F., Ferguson, Q-eorge, Harle, Thotnaa, West Oxford 196 433 Ffitch, F., View Hill 233 311 68 Harrington, R., Waikari 14 22 Ffitcn, H., Oxford E., Loburn 763 690 Fisher, Henry, Rangiora 197 Harris, 180 Harrison, William, Fernside 174 150 Fisher, James, Oxford 70 Oxford 794 908 Harvey, Hugh, Medbury Fisher, Percy, East David, Oxford 281 391 Fitzgibbon, Martin, North Loburn 172 82 Hawke, Loburn 224 Hawker, H. J., Oxford 565 432 Fitzgibbon, Michael, North 142 Joseph, Hawarden 16300 Fitzgibbon, P., North Loburn 51 50 Haydon, 268 Heinemann, H., Waikuku 40 18 Fitzharris, Margaret, Medbury Alexander, Oxford 867 728 Charles, Baicairn 93 71 Henderson, Fitzpatrick, D., Cust 50 58 Fitzpatrick, John, Baicairn 271 50 Heney, 990 700 Hennesey, J., Bennetts 171 172 Fleming, James, Amberley Richard, East Oxford 272 270 Fleming, John, Baicairn 94 100 Henry, 50 35 Herman, B., Oxford 58 Fleming, R., Sefton Peaks 102 148 Creek 19 25 Hewitt, S., The Fletcher, E., Salt-water Heyward, James, Clarkeville 970 900 Forrester, R. A., Hurunui 2614 2717 Island 25 40 Heywood, C. R., Fernside 898 599 Forsyth, Robert, Coutts's Sefton 90 Oxford 80 Hiatt, Richard, Nil Forster, Andrew, East Hicks, Emma, Kaiapoi 122 127 Foeter, J. W., Rangiora 897 787 151 & Black Hills, Waikari 2645 2281 Hide, Thomas, Swannanoa 141 Fox, 0. D., Foxdown Swannanoa 97 121 Fox', J. F., Birchdale, Hawarden ... 6605 6330 Hide, William, Colonel 193 Higgenson, W., East Oxford 169 283 Fraser, J., Oxford 192 Peaks 67 25 74 Nil Hoban, A. J., The Fraser, W., Ashley J., 1497 1000 Robert, East Oxford 68 75 Hoban, M. Waikari Freshwater, 38 Hoban, Peter, Waikari 1431 564 Frizzell, Andrew, West Eyreton 49 839 500 Hoban, T., Hawarden 1358 1927 Frizzell, John, Weet Eyreton Josiah, Loburn 1200 1400 R. W., Hawarden 582 Hodges, North Gainsford, 197 Hodgson, T., Loburn 20 47 Galletly, John, Springbauk 284 179 Holbrook, T., View Hill 95 150 Gardiner, Andrew, Springfield, Cust 171 Balcairn 58 16 Oust 122 80 Holdsworth, R. B., Gardiner, Andrew, jun., Mrs. C, Clarkville 5 13 East Oxford 65 68 Holland, Gardiner, George, 183 Holland, H. H., Waikari 146 Gardiner, Margaret, Cust 193 65 68 Honeybone, T., Waikari 10 8 Gardiner, S. E., East Oxford Kobert, Kaiapoi 79 Nil Mrs. Helen, Cust 500 497 Hopkins, Garland, 259 Hopkins, W., Salt-water Creek 195 250 Garlick,P., Oxford 274 Horn, C, East Oxford 82 181 David, Cust 484 392 T. Garrett, Nil Home, A., Woodend 91 95 Gartery, F. W., Cust 100 325 Nil Horrell, F., Woodend 153 115 Geeeon, W., Hurunui Horrell, F. G., Weet Eyreton 643 548 George, A S., Amberley 294 197 296 287 Horrell, H. J., West Eyreton 90 130 George J., Feruside West 356 1955 1979 Horrell, Samuel, Eyreton 743 Gibbs, S. and G., Motunau Francis, Amberley 74 80 Motunau 260 438 Hoult, Gibbs, J. L., 299 Howe, William, The Peaka 152 Gibba, Woodend 477 S., 19 16 Howorth, J.,Bennett's 245 Nil Gibbs, T. J., Leithfield William, Balcairn 718 963 West Oxford 339 402 Humphreys, Gilchrist, F., 451 Hunt, J., Loburn 200 152 Gilchrist, W. T., West Oxford 459 42 44 Hunter, A., Willow, Cust 779 535 Giles, B., Eyreton Thomas, West Eyreton 299 122 Davie, Hawarden 4176 4421 Hurly, Giles and Inch, David, West Oxford 121 53 Lancelot, Clarkevllle 23 14 Giles, 45 Nil Inoh, H., Oxford 277 200 Giles, Thomas, Eyreton 233 230 s 396 270 Inch, J., Bennett's Gingavon, Patrick, Mountain .Bennett ... J., Oxford 2167 2459 J.,Waikari 59 121 Ingram, Glendinning, 252 Innes, J. and J.,Mount Brown, Amberley ,,, 13580 11000 Gordon, Peter, Hawarden Iverach, P., Loburn 8 Nil Daniel, 398 181 Gorrie, Sefton Nil Jack, Daniel, Ashley 120 I2R Gorrie, G., Saltwater Creek 12 ' 13—H. 23. H.—23. 88

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No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 330. April30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. J898.

Jack, James, Springbank 376 253 Lowery, W., Hawarden 321 Jackson, G., Fernside 90 51 Luers and Brown, Oxford 1395 1380 Jackson, Joseph, Fernside 89 60 Lukey, T. W., Waikari 913 1240 .Jacobs, William,Fernside 37 85 Luxton, 0. J., Eangiora 122 124 Jamee, J. A., Medbury 459 697 Luxton, G. W., Eangiora 30 18 James, Margaret, Waikari 152 162 Luxton, W. H., Eangiora 182 110 James, T. H., LeithHeld 24 60 Lynskey, M., Kaiapoi 304 193 Jeffery, John, Swannanoa 21 Nil Lynskey, John, Hawarden 111 Jeffs, E., Bennett's 1200 Nil Lynskey, W. N., Ohoka 50 Jennings, H. J. J.,East Oxford 197 330 Lynskey, W., Kaiapoi 233 325 Jensen, A., Oxford 461 558 Macdonald, D., Matohiwi, Waikari 707 Nil Johnson, H. S., Medbury 113 246 Macdonald, D., Eiverslea, Waikari 1450, 2563 Johnson, P. H,, West Byreton 2806 4941 Macfarlane, Duncan, Hawarden 368 Jones, David, Oust 391 292 Macfarlane, M., Coldstream, Eangiora 1009 476 Jones, G. T., Oxford 583 790 Maddison, J., Templeton 378 225 Jones, John, Medbury 366 536 Mahon, Thomas, Oxford 314 148 Joyce, P., North Loburn 60 61 Maindonald, H. B\, West Eyreton 158 183 Joyce, T., North Loburn 518 243 Maindonald, M. H., Byreton West 536 340 Judson, 0., Loburn 16 50 Mair, John,Leithfield 85 65 Judson, J.,Woodend 500 500 Mangles and Moore, Sefton 79 5 Jury, W. H., Clarkville 116 79 Mannering, T. S., GretaVale, Christehureh... 3588 3832 Kavanagh, P., Loburn 100 72 Manning, H., Medbury 153 200 Kearns, J., Ohoka 92 85 Manning, E. E., Medbury 326 Keats, T, West Oxford 575 190 Manning, W., Medbury 174 193 Kelcher, Joseph, Fernside 282 62 Marsh, Eobert, Oxford 204 70 Kelcher, W., Flaxton 125 120 Marshall, J., Ohoka 131 85 Kelly, Francis, Swannanoa 799 699 Marshall. J.L., The Peaks 199 Kennedy, Alexander, Amberley 1195 1300 Marshall, Eobert, The Peaks 192 Kennedy, Murtagh, North Loburn 495 564 Marshall, W., The Peaks 160 26 Kennedy, Murtie, HillHead, Springbank ... 494 399 Martin, D. C, Loburn 692 Nil Kennedy, Patrick, Eangiora 200 90 Martin, J. K., Waikari 222 245 King, Charles, West Oxford 60 50 Mason, C. E., Hawarden, Waikari 90 96 King, J. H., Loburn 20 98 Mason, W. and E., Hawarden 535 773 King, Eobert, Oust 264 285 Mathers, John, Saltwater Creek 54 51 King, Eobert, Bennetts 198 198 Matheson, D. G., Springfield 1500 1500 King, T. and E., Bennett's 597 396 Matthews, H. T., Waikari 227 Kingsbury, Eobert, Oust 595 349 Matthews, W. C, Waikari 180 100 Kingsbury, S., Ashley 58 Nil May, G., Mt. Grey, Amberley 230 259 Kingsbury, Seth, Oust 34 May, Eobert, Cotnam, Leithfield 83 70 Kinley, E., Eangiora 156 161 May, Thomas, Springbank 87 72 Knight, J. G., Waka Pass, Waikari 45 90 Maynard, Mrs. A., Medbury 450 Knowles, J., Oxford 56 Nil Maynard, J. E., Medbury 381 Nil Konig, John, East Oxford 47 McAdam, Eobert, Amberley 91 115 Lake, W., Ohoka 235 95 McAdam, William, Leithfield 166 148 Lance, Frederick, Huihui, Hawarden 2442 1930 McBriar, S. and J., Oxford 535 132 Lane, Eliott, Balcairn 250 100 McCahon, J. D., Oxford 99 93 Lane, L. H., Waikari 3883 3073 McConnell, Gordon, Waikari 380 363 Lang, George, Sefton 111 51 McConville, B., Loburn 108 92 Larsen, Arnold, Bennett's 440 231 McCracken, James, Hayland, Oust 6650 6037 Lassen, H. A., Oxford 499 497 McOullough, D., T., Mason's ?lat, Oust 183 180 Latto, George, West Eyreton 153 182 McDonald, A. I ., Hawarden 152 227 Lawcock, John,Amberley 192 98 McDonald, Thomas, Waikuku 161 124 Leach, Charles, Ashley Bank 425 94 McDonald, T. E., Hawarden 122 96 Leatherland, William, Medbury 113 149 McDowell, James, Eangiora 300 300 Lee, A., Oxford 294 264 McEntee, Owen, Balcairn 71 Nil Lee, G. W. H. (Exts.), The Warren, Oxford 4783 4890 M&Farlane, Peter, Hawarden 733 787 Lee, Samuel, Waikari 1180 1077 McGillivray, J., Oxford 226 300 Leech, Brothers, Eangiora 190' 544 McGowan, ¥. W., West Eyreton 141 Leech, F. J., Eangiora 285 150 McGowan, J., Waikari 122 132 Leech, G. J., jun., Eangiora 46 93 McGrath, P., Oxford 765 800 Leech, W. H., Eangiora 142 54 McGrath, T., Oxford 762 969 Lewton, C, Amberley 80 50 McGregor, Mrs. Henrietta, Ohoka 22 30 Lewton, James, Amberley 295 165 McGregor, W. J., Amberley 97 Nil Ligget, Eobert, Waikuku 207 202 McHugh, M., Swannanoa 368 555 Lilley, D., Sefton 21 2 Mcllraith, W., Oust 178 26 Lilley. George, Sefton 17 Mclntosh, Hector, Pernside 381 269 Lilley, J., Eangiora 11 5 Mclntosh, Hugh, Hawarden 76 60 Lilly, James, Oxford 25 45 Melntosh, Kenneth, Southbrook 3000 684 Lilly, John,Ashley Bank 145 137 McKay, Hugh, Amberley 710 795 Lissaman, B. L., Kaiapoi 199 163 McKay, John, Amberley 112 100 Lister, M.'J., Hawarden 200 1070 McKay, M., Hurunui 3764 3962 Little, J., Mont Serrat, Waipara 4954 5467 McKay, W., and Co., Woodstock, View Hill 5000 6000 Little, James, Allandale, Hawarden 1000 5943 McKenzie, Duncan, Woodend 800 590 Little, James, Dalmeny, Hawarden 400 813 McKee, S. H, Oxford 526 Little, James, Waipara, Hawarden 7698 1900 McKie, James, Oust 261 123 Livingstone, l>., South Loburn 195 195 MeLachlan, Donald, Cust 58 Nil Livingstone, J., Oust 89 100 McLaren, J., Cust 75 60 Livingstone, Mary Ann, Cust 347 457 McLauchlan, Mrs. J., Springbank 51 50 Lock, J. C, Hill, Ashley Bank 88 114 McLean, Alexander, Balcairn 91 79 Loffhagen, F., East Oxford 238 167 McLean, G. A., Leithfield 40 !7 Lohoar, John, Fernside 82 80 McLean, Hugh, Amberley 1316 1062 Long, D., View Hill 84 61 McLean, H. (Exrs. of), Glasuevan, Amberley 1396 1154 Lord, E., Ohoka 141 m McLean, John, Waikari 100 122 Love, A. T., Waikari 413 McLean, Mrs. Isabella, Leithfield 65 Nil 90 H.—23. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued.

W o. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30. J897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

MoLelland, James, Motunau 470 500 Peacock, J. T., Swannanoa 1848 1700 McLeod, John,Sefton 115 122 Pearce, Mrs. Rebecca, Rangiora 75 20 McNally, M., Hawarden 516 484 Pearson Brothers, View Hill 197 Nil McNally, Nicholas, Amberley 930 20 Pearson, Joseph, Burnt Hill, Oxford 9430 10332 McNamara, D., Balcairn 129 140 Pearson, J. H., View Hill 100 McNaught, T., Amberley 390 1183 Pearson, I. E., View Hill 193 McRobert, W., Ohoka 93 Nil Pearson, W., Southbrook 444 493 Mehrten, Claus, East Oxford 233 281 Peebles, Andrew, Oust 582 Nil Mehrtens, D., Bangiora 42 Pemberton, D., Sefton 78 67 Mehrtens, G-eorge, Ohoka 236 5H Pepper, Enoch, Hawarden 135 Mebrtens, H., Rangiora 148 225 Perrott, E. H., Waikari 153 193 Meredith, Richard, Springbank 730 647 Petrie, E., Woodend 166 131 Merrin, frank, Coutts Island 48 28 Philpott, Adolphus, NorthLoburn 60 55 Metherall, J. A. M., Ashley 35 28 Philpott, E. Gγ., North Loburn 235 192 Meyer, H., Oxford 33 94 Pierey Brothers, Hawarden 493 Miles, T., Loburn 1786 1645 Pihl, Didrik, Ohoka 436 248 Milne, G-eorge,'Fernside 186 120 Pilcher, Mary L., Medbury 22 26 Milne, J. H., Fernside 39 Plaokotsh, Joseph, View Hill 66 Milton, B. B., Birch Hill, Oust 19947 10225 Plaskett, W., Fernside 158 Nil Milton, J, D., Bush Hiil, Oust 9812 Pohl, E. A., Hawarden 131 158 Mitchell, R., Waikari 370 333 Poninghaus, H., Ohoka 81 Moderate, R., Bennett's 242 388 Ponsonby, John, NorthLoburn 130 192 Moffatt, W. J., The Lakes, "Waikari 15925 Potter, Erank, Ashley 159 Nil Moody, Walter, Kaiapoi 1146 1087 Powell, Charles, East Oxford 92 Moore, Colin, Loburn 71 55 Powell, J., Oxford 50 Nil Oxford Moore, Francis, Eyreton # 26 34 Powell, Lewis, East 191 32 Moore, G-. H., G-lenmark, Waipara 78000 82050 Powell, Thomas, West Eyreton 185 161 Moore, J.C, Balcairn 20 Nil Power, Brothers, Ohoka 200 125 Moore, T, Balcairn 150 26 Power, Edmond, Ohoka 24 Morgan, Ernest, Ashley 2 Nil Prestney, Samuel, Eernside 20 Morris, J., East Oxford 46 Prior, Phillip, Eangiora 130 170 Morriss, William, Waikuku 72 80 Prouse, Thomas, Oust 152 142 Morten, R. M.,Mt. Brown Flat, Chrietchurch 1500 1196 Pulley, &. P., Loburn 696 587 Mortland, A., Ohoka 70 20 Pursey, T. W., Ashley 82 99 Moss, J., Sefton 70 73 Purvis, James,Fernside 68 Mounsey, J. A, View Hill 395 674 Purvis, James, View Hill 94 Mulcock, E., Flaxton 1225 796 Quigley, Frank, North Loburn 49 100 Mulligan, E. M., View Hill 222 496 Quinlan, J., Loburn 66 Murphy, Mrs. Julia, Eyreton 96 61 Eainey, Andrew, Oxford 140 86 Murphy, W., Pernside 40 Nil Eamsay, E., Balcairn 70 100 Murray, James, Bennett's 180 182 Eanby, J., Southbrook 10 35 Neeve, Mrs. M. E., Ashtrop, Waikari 1733 3112 Easmussen, M., Oxford 146 74 Neil, J., View Hill 65 84 Eead, (3-eorge, Kaiapoi 8 34 Neugeschwender, A., Pernside 41 14 Eead, J., and H., Ohoka 28 Neugeschwender, A. P., East Oxford 56 Nil Eeed, William, Bennett's 2100 2483 Newton, C, Stoke Grange, Springbank 1384 Nil Eeeves, Henry, Oxford 13 Nieholl, A., Pernside 30 42 Eeid, E. J., Bennett's 187 285 Nicholls, Walter, NorthLoburn 27271 25520 Eenehen, William,Fernside 35 38 Noone, Joseph, Amberley 912 960 Eetallick, F., Amberley 27 28 Norris, T., West Eyreton 395 390 Ehodes, Alfred, Leithfield 107 120 Noswortky, William, The Peaks 1815 1752 Rhodes and Washer, Amberley 19 3 O'Brien, £)., Amberley 98 99 Eice E., Ashley Bank 127 165 O'Brien, William, Hawarden 147 Eice, E., Trustee of, Clarkville 76 26 O'Carroll, J., Hawarden 1200 1000 Eoberts Bros., Oust 400 Nil O'Connor,Edward, Loburn 399 290 Eoberts, &. H., Oust 339 O'Connor, John, Balcairn 85 57 Eoberts, E. M., Motonau 275 359 O'Halloran, John, GHentui, Bennett's 4426 4830 Robertson, J. J., Ashley 496 592 O'Loughlin, Michael, Spring Bank 86 86 Robinson, James, West Eyreton 800 580 O'Loughlin, Thomas, Springbank 90 150 Eoebuek, T. J., Fernside 144 51 Orchard, H., Waikuku 95 80 Eollo, J. A., Medbury 357 O'Roarke, Mrs. Charles, Pernside 52 42 Ross, T., Eangiora 10 17 O'Roarke, Mrs. M.,Rangiora 30 40 Eossiter, J., Oxford 415 599 O'Roarke, W., Fernside 52 27 Rountree, W. H., Hawarden 115 O'Roarke, Thomas, Fernside 100 90 Rowe, J., Ashley 84 183 Overtoil, Charles, Swannanoa 1308 1386 Rudd, J. D. and J.F., Grreendale 815 906 Pain, Q-eorge, Waikari 39 69 Ruddenklau, J., (Executors of), Oust 1452 710 1120 1000 Palmer, E. J., Perneide 43 30 Euddenklau, J. (j. A., Springbank Ml Papps, H. J., Oxford 386 382 Eussell, Mrs. Agnes, Leithfield 15 49 Parbury, W., Motunau 4227 4129 Eyan, P., Southbrook 56 Parish, John, Limehurst, Waikari 1995 2318 Eyde, Walter, East Oxford 30 77 Parish, Mrs. L. A., Oxford 948 775 Sail, Joseph, Oust 164 134 Parnham, E., Kaiapoi 494 352 Sambrook, W., Ohoka 44 44 Parnham, W. and T., Kaiapoi 322 46 Sanderson and Co., Hawarden 3359 3578 Parrott, E. J., Pernside 127 231 Sansom, W*, Southbrook 254 207 Parsons, Albert, Fernside 90 Nil Scbluter, E., Rangiora 7 Pateman, E. C, Woodeud ..'. 130 56 Schmidt, F., Ashley 96 56 Paterson, James, Midyear, Fernside 215 Nil Schofleld, H., West Oxford 163 143 Paterson, John (Executors of), Clarkville ... 18 60 Scoon, W., Rangiora 161 93 Patterson, William, Balcairn 92 96 Scott, Alexander, Eyreton 207 223 Pavalka, F., View Hill 194 196 Searles, George, Oust 198 167 Pawsey, B. S., Oust 177 98 Seed, Henry, Bennett's 65 88 Pawsey, Or. C, Springbank 47 47 Seed, T., Bennett's 123 14 Pawsey, J.E., Balcairn 2047 7800 Seifert, H., Loburn 62 47 Peach, M., Clydesdale, Ashley Bank 52 17 Shannon, Terence, Medbury 152 Nil H.—23. 91 CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of bheep on 30, April 30, April ■, April 30, April 1897. 1898. 18U7. 1898.

197 265 Sharman, Bros., East Oxford 588 485 Trotter, William, Rangiora 500 4,6:1 Trudgeon, John, Oust 108 16 SharpHn, Benjamin, West Oxford 191 255 Shaw, Thomas, Ashley Bank 36 43 Tuer, Joseph, Loburn Waikari 1021 1261 Tully, William, Motonau 120 100 Sheat Brothers, 2490 2491 Sheat, Stephen, West Eyreton 354 317 Turner, W. H., Waikari 51 61 Turner, William, Bennett's 400 497 Shelley, J., Medbury (Chrietehurch) 2000 2944 Sides, H., Ohoka 152 96 Tutton, A. E , Horsley Downs 1672 Tutton, A. P., Rangiora 600 65 Simpkinson, J., Ashley 1717 954 Sirett, Thomas, West Oxford 200 293 Tutton, A, E., Bramdean, Chrietehurch and 478— Nil C, Waikuku 290 180 Tutton Parsons, Newlands Skevington, Oxford 55 199 Skevington, Thomas, East Eyreton 483 395 Ulmrick, ¥., East 1564 1581 Upritchard, Joseph, sen., Loburn 93 Nil Skurr, John, Bennett's Loburn 857 Sloper, Robert, Stockgrove, Amberler 861 1110 Upritchard, Joseph, jun., 174 626 590 Upritchard, Samuel, Loburn 145 Smellie, J., Leithfield 6 Ni! Smith, A. P. W., Rangiora 164 152 Vallance, H., Sefton 732 750 Tallance, J.,jun., Sefton 215 100 Smith, H., View Hill 193 193 Smith, Hay, Clarkeville 109 108 Vincent, T., Oxford 781 Vincent, W., Waikari 3627 3229 Smith, James, Eernside 758 2983 Smith, John, Amberley 54 Wadworth, W. J., Oneponga, Chrietehurch 3897 1174 779 Wagner Bros., Amberley 477 976 Smith, John, Totara, Cust 485 253 Smith, Samuel, West Eyreton 665 Waiting, Isaac, West Eyreton 143 100 Wallace, Andrew, Southbrook 230 286 Smith, William, Southbrook ... 250 235 Smith, William, West Eyreton 857 402 Wallace, David, Culverden . 35 Wallace, R., Leithfleld 94 87 Smyth, Robert, Leithfield 480 746 Sommers, H., Fernside 82 69 Waller, Benjamin, Loburn 108 101 Waller, Jane,Loburn 147 239 Speir, Hugh, Cust . ••• 691 798 Spence, James, Hawarden 147 Waller, R., Loburn Spooner, William, Rangiora 104 Nil Ward, James, Swannanoa — 217 913 802 Ward, Robert, Huntly, Swannanoa 114 172 Stalker, Joseph, Woodend 86 34 Stanford, E, P., Waikari 1395 1487 Watkins, E., Fernside 114 80 Watkins, R., Rangiora 70 40 Stanton, Frederick, Amberley 386 528 Stanton, J., Amberley 168 113 Watson, Edwin, Amberley 2490 3215 Watson, George, Southbrook 380 Nil Starky, G. B., Brackenfield, Amberley 255 331 Steffens, Henry, Bennett's 223 300 Watson, J. E., Leitbfield 703 452 Watson, John,Leithfield 322 52 Stevenson, Mrs. John, Elaxton 64 Stewart, James, Ashley Bank 98 99 Watson, Joseph, Okoka 74 1400 1500 Watson, J,, and J., Leithfield 408 Stewart, Jaspar, Motunau 10 Stokes, John, Waikuku 186 190 Watson, Mrs., Leithfield — 203 235 "Watson, Pearce, Oust —100 93 Stone, J., iun., Kaiapoi 86 Storer, William,Bennett's 263 289 Watson, Robert, Southbrook Nil 178 196 Wattie, William, Waikari — 51 Stringer, R., Ashley Bank 85 80 Struthers, Mrs. J. M., Sefton 100 Nil Wayland, E. A., Cust 195 190 Weavers, T., Woodend 300 200 Stubbs, A. W., East Oxford 800 683 Stubbs, Thomas, East Oxford 379 398 Webster, James, Cust 4685 4425 Weld, John, Oxford 1177 395 Studholme, Mrs., Motunau 23 Summerfield, H., Oxford 244 194 Weld, S., Oxford 8 4 14 Weld, W., Oxford 390 8 Sutherland, George, Balcairn 3526 Sutherland, J., Ashley 85 61 Wells, Charles, Ellerbeck, Amberley 3777 18 5 Wellwood, R., Loburn 300 Nil Sutherland, James, Sefton 59 54 Swords, W., Leithfield 159 122 Welsh, John, Medbury 76 92 Weston, George, Kaiapoi — 236 Tallott, H., Cust 120 10 Tate, James, sen., Waikari 426 414 Weston, H., Kaiapoi Taylor, F. S., Waipara 794 780 White, B., Swannanoa 57 41 Taylor, Joseph, Waipara 4008 4632 White, C. T., The Peaks 2470 342 314 White, J. S., Ohoka 2968— 3554 Taylor, R., Sefton 96 Thomas, R. F., Oxford 103 179 White, Thomas, North Loburn 97 Bank 51 75 White, W., Rangiora 25 Nil Thomas, Samuel, Fair View, Ashley ... 260 56 Thompson, 0. E., Bennett's 4211 2499 White and Hide, Swannanoa Thompson, D., East Oxford 1094 996 Whiteside, W. G., Ashley Bank 216 270 89 140 Whitham, William, Rangiora 82 77 Thompson, E., Waikuku 142 Thompson, P. H., Bennetts 742 585 Whyte, Mrs. J., Oxford 75 94 64 Wilder, Edmond, Ngapari, ITernside 922 786 Thompson, R., Cust 45 Thompson, William, Freefield, Cust 294 264 Wilke, W., East Oxford 72 Thompson, W. J. and R., Cust 449 691 Williams, J. H. B., Mount Benger, Hurtmui 3030 2700 Threlkeld, P. C, Flaxton 1051 1064 Williams, R. R., Hawarden 210 Amberley 180 106 Wilson, Mrs. Archibald, Ashley Bank —126 78 Tickner, G., 194 152 Tipping, H., Waikuku 233 265 Wilson, C. W., Ashley 800 598 Wilson, E., Ohoka 134 Nil Tipping, J. C, Cust 30 21 Tobin, E., Amberley ■•. 160 96 Wilson, F., Sefton 1077 996 Wilson, John,Ashley 86 16 Tobin, J., Motonau 180 Todd, A., West Belt, Rangiora 12 37 Wilson, Michael, Amberley 170 3341 4165 Wilson, R., Sefton — 54 Todd, A., Waipara 31 6 Todd, Alexander, North Loburn 100 100 Wilson, S. D., Sefton 47- 57 Winskill, Mrs. A., Amberley 197 168 Todd, David, Southbrook 250 352 Toohey, Matthew, Leithfield 141 100 Winter, Alfred, Bennett's ... Hawarden 418 Winter, George, Carlton 262 272 Tomlinson, H., ,.. 284 235 Topp, George, Sefton 21 150 Winter, John, Swannanoa Sefton 90 100 Winter, Michael, Bennett's 387 352 Topp, Mrs. H., 1060 869 Topp, Joseph, Culverden 30 41 Wolff, J. R., Cust 1615 600 Woodfield, T., Bennett's 284 295 Tosswill, L. W., Christchurch 58 50 TrailBrothers, Leithfield 112 ■ 136 Wornall, G. A., Broomfield 43 Wornell, Mrs. Esther, Balcairn 32 18 Trail, W., jun., Leithfield 116 94 Treacy, Edward, North Loburn 290 304 Wornell, R. E., Amberley Xritt, F., Oxford 47 Wornell, William, Amberley ... 30 37 92 H.—23. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued.

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April30, April 30 ipril 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Wotberspoon, A. J. F., Cuet 198 187 Fleming, Mrs. E., Port Levy 160 153 Wotherspoon, Archibald, Oxford 1796 2185 Fleming, R. and W., Port Lery 9531 7021 Wratt, R., Weet Oxford 115 100 Fleming, G. S., Port Levy 10140 Wright, Arthur, View Hill 132 152 Fleming, W. C, Port Levy 1740 Wright, James, Burnt Hill, Oxford 560 500 Forrester, John, Lyttelton 70 152 Wright, James, Coutts's Island 50 40 Frazer, John, Ataahua 64 Wright, Peter, East Oxford 808 545 Fyfe, D. and S., Akaroa 22 Wright, Eiehard, Hawarden 584 711 Gardiner, F. R. H., Purau 3198 Wright, V. W., Kaiapoi 152 40 β-ardiner, Harold, Purau 3926 Wright, W., Bennett's 38 68 Gardiner, H. and F., Purau, Lyttelton 7768 Nil Wyllie Brothers, Sefton 34 Nil Gardiner, L. C, Purau, Lyttelton 4000 3982 Wyllie, Thomas, Sefton 145 80 Gebbie, Bros., Newton, Gebbie'e Flat 2267 1789 Yates, Archibald, North Loburn 396 520 Gebbie, W. D., Teddington 4539 4440 York, Thomas, Macdonald Downs, Woolston 9940 10340 Giddens, G., Barry's Bay 108 48 Young, G. A., Sefton 295 324 Giddens, W., Barry's Bay 150 167 Young, James, jun., Sefton 274 138 Glynan, Wm, Akaroa 256 389 Young, J. M., Kaiapoi 5 6 Good, William, Okain'e Bay 285 444 Young, R., Waikari 384 214 Goodwin Brothers, Pigeon Bay 1174 1083 Youngman, H., West Oxford 164 179 Gracia, J.,Long Bay Road 1111 1700 Youngman, J. B., Oxford 63 195 Gray, W. A., Gebbie's Flat 1500 1500 Haines, M., Okain's Bay 95 779373 794,933 Hall, R. E., Port Levy 810 1665 Hall, S., Governor's Bay 106 Nil AKAROA COUNTY Hammond, J., jun., German Bay 54 49 (In Christchurch Subdivision). Harris, E. W., Okain's Bay 15 14 Adams, Thomas, Akaroa 440 391 Harris, H. H., Okain'e Bay 14 13 Allan, A. D. M., Barry's Bay 6 Nil Harris, John, Okain's Bay 98 60 Allan, James, Governor's Bay 452 536 Harris, S., Little Eiver 57 Nil Allan, M. H., Little Biver 1852 Harris, T. E., Governor's Bay 73 88 Anderson, R., Charteris Bay, Lyttelton 455 275 Harris, W. J., Okain's Bay 25 12 Anderson, W., Charteris Bay 400 300 Hart, F. J., German Bay 99 70 Anning, Frederick, Akaroa 99 Nil Hay, James, Cliarteris Bay, Lyttelton 198 179 Anson, F. A., Peraki, Wainui 4600 5300 Hay, T. O., Pigeon Bay 9452 10936 Armstrong, G., Mount Vernon, Akaroa 5160 5260 Hay, William, Charteris Bay, Lyttelton 300 292 Armstrong, Q-., jun., Akaroa 350 350 Hayloek, A. W., Akaroa 1300 1460 Ashton, W., Little Akaloa 98 Nil Haylock, H., Akaroa 40 30 Bailey, Henry, Lβ Bon's Bay 605 596 Henderson, G., Lyttelton 688 593 Bailey, W., Little Akaloa 39 37 Hislop,W., Gebbie's Flat 4 4 Bailey, Birdling's Flat 200 Nil Holmes, G. Gh, Pigeon Bay 10395 10978 Wm., 75 Barnett, Henry, Le Bon's Bay 1000 978 Hunt, J., Pigeon Bay 95 Barnett, William, Le Bon's Bay 25 197 Hunt, Stephen, Barry's Bay 20 20 Barrett, W, Wainui 92 230 Hunter, A., Lyttelton 90 81 Beavan, T., Ataahua 200 154 Hunter, Mrs. Mary Ann, Charlton 35 Nil Birdling Brothers, Ataahua 1808 Nil Innes, W., Pigeon Bay 241 266 Birdling, W., Ataahua 6560 7701 James, J. J., Okain's Bay 41 44 Birdling, W. and Gγ. A., Ataahua 3112 3870 Jones, Albert, Long Bay Road 504 500 Black, G. J., Garfield, Akaroa 6875 7468 Jones, Josiah,Little Eiver 46 92 Blatchford, W., Teddington 450 406 Judson, James, Rapaki, Woodend 444 Bloor, G. T., Governor's Bay 43 51 Kay, 'C. P., Little Akaloa 1070 1339 Boleyn, J., O'Kain's Bay 1080 940 Kay, G. R., Little River Nil 733 Bradley, R. O., Lyttelton 2730 2325 Kay, T., Okain's Bay Nil 24 Bridge H. W,, Little Akaloa 1299 1333 Kearney, G., Gough's Bay, Long Bay Eoad ... 432 478 Brown, Andrew, Gebbie's Flat 184 Keefe, Henry, Onuku, Akaroa 65 Bruce, J. D., Akaroa 600 646 Keenan, M., Little River 14 10 Buchanan, D., Teddington 1286 1150 Kennedy, Duncan, Wainui 1275 1400 Buchanan, H. and J., Kinloch, Little River 20800 18429 Knight, A. C, Barry's Bay 1430 2497 Buchanan, Mrs., Long Bay Road 994 Nil Knight, Frank, Barry's Bay 399 385 Butler, G., Gebbie's Flat 170 170 Knight, J. T., Le Bon's Bay 3406 2740 Callaghan, P., Duvauchelle 180 38 Knox, G., Akaroa 87 102 Campion, H. and A., Halswell 92 Nil Kollowski, Antonio, German Bay 15 Chatfield, Mary, Barry's Bay 326 355 Landrigan, John, Little River 5 Checkley, Or., jun., Akaroa 963 707 Latter, Robert, Barry's Bay 4444 7759 Cholmondeley, H. H,, Port Levy 196 165 Lazarette, Alexander, Ataahua 153 153 Cook, Brothers, Gollan'sBay, Lyttelton 60 90 Le Lievre, Eugene, Akaroa 475 487 Cook, William, Governor'sBay 670 Le Lievre, E. E., Akaroa 4816 5150 Cooney, T., Gebbie's Valley 1215 797 Le Lievre, F., Akaroa 1250 1200 Coop, Mrs.M. J., NativeReserve, Little River 400 295 Le Lievre, W. J., Long Bay Road 1021 Coop, Mrs. M- J., SpringVale, Little River... 1888 814 Leonardo, A. V., Le Bon's 4 7 824 Coope, W., Waihora, Little River 1180 1524 Lewthwaite, Mrs. Harriet, Little River 796 Corrigall, Wm., Pigeon Bay 188 200 Lyall, C. and E., Pigeon Bay 272 192 Cowlin, William, Governor's Bay 122 Maekay, W., Duvauchelle 29 39 Craw, R., Chorlton 95 225 Mackay, W., Wainui 30 30 Craw, W., Chorlton 235 622 Macphail, A. A., Le Bon's Bay 308 484 Dalglish, James, Le Bon's Bay 1930 2030 Macphail, Archibald, Island Bay, Wainui ... 1800 1800 Dalglish, W., Le Bon's Bay 660 360 Macphail, Donald, Wainui 300 Herbert, Little Akaloa 70 66 Manson, S. (Executors of), Teddington 2998 2276 Eaves, 30 Elliott, F., Le Bon's Bay 86 85 Marshall, A. and G., Little Akaloa 37 Elliott, H., Le Bon's Bay 94 85 Marshall, Miss C, Pigeon Bay 987 1750 Evans, L. B., Rabbit Island, Gebbie'e Valley 158 Nil Masefield, V. V., Long Bay Road 2037 2222 Fahey, Patrick, Little River 40 183 Mason, Mrs., Okain's 193 239 Field Brothers, Ataahua 36 55 McDonald, Coll, Wainui f58 638 Field Henry, Port Levy 68 77 McHale, Henry, Raupo, Little Akaloa 274 300 Fleming, A. R. and G. S., Port Levy 11240 1000 McHale, W. and T., Fern Bank, Ohorlton ... 497 484 Fleming, John, Port Levy 454 664 Molnnes, Donald, Ataahua 54 H.—23. 93

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Mclntosh, A. H., Little Akaloa 388 300 Adams, William, Dunsandel 95 95 McKay, George, Melness, Pigeon Bay 507 474 Addington, George, Courtenay 1060 389 Menzies, J. H., Macintosh Bay, Lyttelton ... 6290 5951 Aldridge, Albert, Dunsandel 367 360 Menzies, Stephen, Little Akaloa 940 708 Alexander, M., Harewood Eoad 24 9 Menzies, W,, Lyttelton 1220 1370 Allen, Alexander, (Executors of), Killinchy 270 217 Meyers, A., Little River 7 Allen, .William, Grange,Irwell 1792 1557 Montgomery, W., Little River 3649 364,8 Amyes, J. O., Hornby 142 157 Moore, Charles, Okain's Bay 4 Nil Amyee, S. H., Lake View, Irwell 471 277 Mora, Mary, German Bay 1317 1395 Anderson, A. and J., Leeston 50 425 Morten, R. M., Ahuriri (Christchurch) 4800 3996 Anderson, Andrew, Leeeton 8 50 Murray, A. J., Gebbie's Valley 1909 1110 Anderson, H., Prebbleton 290 270 Narbey,Francis, Long Bay, Akaroa 4187 3600 Anderson, J. D., Taldhurst 190 82 Narbey, T. W., Paua Bay, Akaroa 1064 Anderson, W., Prebbleton 198 66 Narbey, P., jun., Akaroa 889 725 Anderson, William, Lakeside 300 100 Newbiggin, John, Wainui 133 298 Andrew, F. J., Springston 789 376 Newton, J. R., Akaroa 796 690 Andrew, J., Springston 304 324 Niblett, H., Wainui 14 20 Andrew, W. B., jun., Southbridge 375 325 Nutt, S., Little River 1212 1060 Andrew, W. B., Springston and Greenpark 1863 1285 Odell, G., German Bay 396 384 Andrews, A. W., Taitapu 155 Oldbridge, Thomas, Le Bon's Bay 276 224 Appleby, Godfrey, Annat 297 Osborne, E., Little River 896 256 Archer, Thomas, Annat 200 Nil Parkinson, A. J., Kaituna 353 Nil Arden, W., Lincoln 295 184 Parkinson, John, Ataahua 300 800 Armstrong, W., Broadfield 153 98 Parkinson, T. H. (Executors of), Ataahua ... 16400 19838 Ashworth, A., Addington, Christchurch 14 6 Parkinson, W., Ataahua 300 504 Atkinson, Mary Jane, Springfield 255 263 Paton, Robert, Hilltop, Barry's Bay 12 7 Austin, J., Sheffield 702 789 Paton, William, jun.,Pigeon Bay 1385 1292 Bailey, A., Templeton 1156 2223 Perham, Luke, Wainui 30 Nil Bailey, C, Templeton 255 488 Pettigrew, &., Duvauchelle 370 318 Bailey, Frank, Templeton 142 92 Pettigrew, John, Pigeon Bay 228 252 Bailey, G., Irwell 588 456 Piper, H. W., Duvauchelle 3691 3340 Bailey, Joseph, Templeton 180 240 Pope, C, Purau Pah, Lyttelton 39 Nil Bailey, Samuel, Templeton 528 175 Porter, J., Akaroa 298 328 Bailey, T., Templeton 97 9i Porter, J. and T., Akaroa 397 350 Bailey, William,Templeton 495 351 Price, J., Kelvin Grove, Ataahua 3500 3027 Baker, G., Greenpark 3 4 Radcliffe, Thomas, Governor'sBay 391 Baker, G. T., The Downs, Hororata 279 244 Radford, E. and G. G., Gebbie's Valley ... 295 195 Baker, W., Addington 150 77 Radford, H., Gebbie's Valley 84 84 Baker, William, Hororata 63 Radford, John, Gebbie's Valley 293 285 Balfour, William, Eussell's Flat 228 220 Rasmueson, H. P., Le Bon's Bay 19 28 Ballagh, Henry, Hororata 290 293 Reed, John, Little River 335 294 Ballagh, S., Leeston 110 152 Reid, J., jun., Wainui 1290 1300 Ballan, Thomas, Waddington 200 Nil Rhodes, Bros., Flea Bay, Akaroa 4708 4060 Balls, William, Annat 40 98 Ridder, F. C, Gebbie's Valley 303 222 Bank ofN.S.W., Bankside, Ashburton 575 831 Roberts, A. F., Long Bay Road 4000 4500 BankN.S.W. (Hesterton), Killinchy 6450 6287 Savage, JR., Pigeon Bay 62 32 Barker, George, Bath way, Leeston 79 15 Saxton, G-. H., Robinson's Bay 5079 5166 Barnett, J., Deep Spring, Leeston 403 128 Scott, Eli, Pigeon Bay 60 79 Barrett, Charles, Briarfield, Tai Tapu 586 214 Sefton, H. 0., Okain's Bay 10 Barrett, A. W. H., Hororata 28 Shadbolt, B. (Executors of), Duvauchelle ... 1822 2000 Barrett, J., Kirwee 1770 476 Shadbolt, B., Long Bay Road '... 1595 1000 Barrett, J. S., Kirwee 583 Shuttleworth, S., Chorlton 171 195 Baxter, B. and G., Southbridge 247 194 Small, A., Governor's Bay 98 83 Baxter, William, Coalgate 989 679 Spragge, F. A. G-., Wainui 1145 1250 Bealey, B. and N., Hororata 330 178 Stanbury, G., Little River 230 231 Bealey, S., Bakaia Mead & Haldon, Hororata 12915 9605 Stewart, R. A., Barry's Bay 500 440 Bearman, W., Kimberley 77 75 Symes, W. C. J., Le Bon's Bay 298 291 Beatty, A., Longford, Coalgate 559 245 Tait, S. F., Teddington 194 264 Beatty, Ambrose, Coalgate 480 568 Thacker, J. E. (Executors of),Okain's Bay ... 4160 4300 Beatty, John, Coalgate 148 97 Thompson, George, Little River 18 27 Bedford, George, Courtenay 808 967 Turner, J., Wainui 92 46 Bell, A. J., Weedons 128 56 Vogan, George, Duvauchelle 5 Bell, D., Killinchy 181 Nil Waghorn, Bros., Little Akaloa 4000 3511 Bell, George, West Melton 130 80 Wallis, George, Governor's Bay 364 436 Belton, William, Brookside 8 Nil Ware, T. G., Okain's Bay 8 353 Benham, F., Kowai, Springfield 1410 1495 Wheeler, Matthew, Church, Gebbie's Flat ... 376 283 Benjamin, Charles, Templeton 100 60 White, G., Pigeon Bay 30 Nil Bennett, Alfred, Greenpark 92 Nil White, H., Little River 12 Nil Bennett, James, Greenpark 70 Nil Wilson Brothers, Teddington 2500 2169 Bennett, W., Greenpark 491 286 Wright and Hooker, Wainui 1201 1224 Benney, Joseph, Southbridge ,,. 150 284 Wright, Luke, Island Bay, Wainui 579 600 Bennington, B., Broadfield 107 54 Wright, W., Barry's Bay 25 30 Bergin, M., Southbridge ,,. 89 53 Berry, G., Bussell's Flat 91 81 265,037 272,333 Berry, Walter, Halkett Town 263 141 Berry, W. T., Ferry Boad 12 Nil SELWYN COUNTY Biggs, A., Springfield 47 97 (In Christchurch Subdivision). Birdling, William, Halswell 197 Nil Abbott, W. (Exors. of), Clifton, Southbridge 799 681 Black, James, Dunsandel 242 193 Acton-Adams, W., Island F, Chrietchurch ... 9150 8090 Black, W., Whitecliffs 1005 1094 Adam, G. T., Prebbleton 30 Nil Blakemore J. T., Springston 150 368 Adams, Charles, Greendale 223 117 Blake, E., Marshland 575 620 Adams, J.,Killinchy 162 97 Blay, Thomas, Springston 25 Adams, T. W., Offord, Greendale 2097 1346 Bloor, J., Annat ,,. 59 90 Adams, Mrs. W., Southbridge .,, 13 Nil Boag, J., jun., Brookside ... 200 262 94 H.—23.

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April 30, April 30, April 30, April30, 1807. 1898. 181)7. 1898.

Boag, John, Middlerigg, Brookside 1184 1207 Chapman, J.W., Ellesmere 76 52 Boag, John, Eakaia, Brookside 407 205 Chapman, N., Hororata 80 84 Boag, J. S., Dunsandel 864 650 Chapman, W., West Melton 59 51 Boag, P. D., Avonhead, Upper Eiccarton ... 341 160 Cheyne, C. G., Halkett 61 189 Boag, P. D., Brabazon's, Upper Eiccarton .. 706 Chinnery and Harbottle, Marshlands 440 Boag, T. D., Dunsandel 857 46a Chisnall, Alfred, Yaldhurst 230 163 Boag, W., Burnside and Selwyn (Cheh.) ... 1516 1394 Christchurch Meat Company, Christchurch... 547 290 Bollington, T., care of — Brody, Belfast ... 67 Nil Christy, John, Southbridge 164 77 Bond Brothers, Lake Coleridge 14119 Nil Clark, Mrs. A., Southbridge ... 168 162 Boon, Edwin, Yaldhurst 12 1 Clark, Charles, Christchurch 41 31 Boswell, Thomas, Selwyn 4' 3 Clark, P.. Broadfield 100 Nil Boulnois, A., Eakaia 945 30 Clarkson, E., Riccarton 1280 1020 Boulton, Eichard, Kimberley 180 164 Clarkson, H. and W., Christohurch 3434 3086 Boulton, T., Kirwee 800 596 Clarkson, W. B., Upper Riccarton 2303 482 Bourke, Martin, West Melton 63 76 Clements, G-uy, Springfield 499 290 Bowes, E., Yaldhurst 175 64 Clinton, N., Greendale 143 18 Boyle, W. H., Ellesmere 71 9L Clinton, P., Darfield 6403 2820 Bradshaw, James, Waddington 593 151 Coe, C. H., Irwell 556 Nil Brady, M., Yaldhurst 200 Nil Coe, John (Executors of), Irwell 2725 1684 Brake, James, Prebbleton 256 Nil Cogan, Margaret, Racecourse Hill 194 182 Brake, T. H., Tai Tapu 199 52 Coggan, W., West Melton 30 Nil Breading, T., Bankside 637 495 Colee, R., G-reendale 162 72 Breading, W., Bankside 50 Collins, William, Springston 84 86 Brears, J., Halkett Town 223 98 Collison, James, Charring Cross 77 66 Brice, Charlotte, Lake Eoad, Shirley 125 Nil Colthart, Robert, Broomfield, Sheffield 1434 1088 Brittan, Mrs. F. C, Burnham 995 920 Colville, A., Glentunnel 510 578 Brittan, F. H., Kelsie, Burnham 721 150 Cook Brothers, Lyttelton 800 Nil Brooks, Thomas, Brookside 1062 560 Cook, W., Courtenay 500 358 Broughton, E. A., Darfield 81 Cooper, William, Killinehy 245 269 Brown, D., West Melton 525 336 Corbett, James, Hornby 400 300 Brown, J., Hororata 48 65 Cordy Brothers, Steventon, Whitecliffs 8500 8300 Brown, James, Dunsandel 1071 888 Cordy, James, Hororata 506 184 Brown, James, jun., Hororata 171 183 Cordy, John (Executors of), Hororata 10100 7800 Brown, James, Milburn, Coalgate 62 81 Cordy, Miss, Coalgate 1613 1200 Brown, John, Thornside, Kimberley 333 102 Cornelius, D., Dunsandel 386 290 Brown, John, jun.,Kimberly 700 700 Cossar, George, Tai Tapu 417 337 Brown, Patrick, South Eakaia 123 40 Costello, Michael, Templeton 96 Brown, Thomas, Coalgate 524 499 Cotton, B., Hororata 4 8 Brown, W,, Hororata 70 50 Cowan, A. M , Kimberley 55. 100 Brown, W., Lincoln 333 130 Cowan, Brothers, Southbridge 130 70 Brownlee, Thomas, Hororata 99 100 Craig, James, Southbridge 31 Bruce, D., Greendale 5 45 Craig, John, Southbridge 122 60 Buckley, W. F. M., Dunsandel 1844 682 Craighead, D., Russell's Flat 178 165 Bull, A. 8., Addington, Christchurch 96 25 Craighead, James,Russell's Flat 289 270 Bull, Frederick, Waddington 662 569 Craik and Drage, Russell's Flat 451 369 Bunker, Alfred, Sheffield 28 30 Cresswell, John,Waireka, Homebush 3491 3048 Burdon, Elizabeth, Burnham 237 Croskell, R., Kirwee ... 267 267 Burdon, Isaac, Burnham 151 59 Cross, W. P., Burnham 195 197 Burgess, G., Dun&andel 390 Nil Crump, F., Glenroy 496 578 Burke, Andrew, Halswell 64 Crump, Paul, Springston 171 128 Burke, Martin, Harewood Eoad 40 39 Crysell, W., Rolleston 50 31 Burkett, A., Malvern 25 Nil Cullen, J. R., Annat 663 588 Burnett, J., West Melton 20 Nil Cunneen Brothers, Broadfield 99 38 Burrows, S., Halswell 63 Nil Cunneen, J., Broadfield 181 90 Busch, F. A., Southbridge 668 470 Cunningham, Andrew, Dunsandel 485 264 Butler, Edward, Sheffield 196 150 Cunningham, J., Brookside 1512 1026 Butler, H., Darfield 267 192 Cunningham, John, jun., Brookside 306 341 Button, Frederick, Springfield 265 Nil Ourragh, Robert, Templeton 99 100 Calder, Alexander, Halkett Town 422 172 Dale, William, Springston 60 Callan, William, Springston 236 70 Dalgety, Fortescue, Grassmere, Christchurch 9197 Nil Campbell, C, Lakeside 5 Daniels, E. H., Papanui 92 Nil Campbell, J. D., Killinchy 576 1217 Davidson, Major - General A. G. Taraghur, 103 86 Campbell and Co., Southbridge 1325 417 Glentunnel Campbell, Peter, Springfield 250 Davidson, Helen C, Greenpark 66 76 Campion, F., Prebbleton 168 133 Davies, Morgan, Hororata 839 1071 Campion, H., and A., Halswell 51 Davies, W., Yaldhurst 142 93 Campion, Isaao, Prebbleton 36 Nil Davis, A. E., Lyppert, Halkett Town 229 236 Campion, W., Prebbleton 75 41 Davis, G., Halkett 55 Nil Candy, C. F., Springston 291 98 Davis, H. E., Irwell 159 135 Cant, D., Lakeside ,. 14 40 Davis, W. A., Halket 265 86 Carleton, J., Upper Riccarton 60 Nil Dawson, T., Burnham 98 99 Carpenter, Elizabeth, Prebbleton 50 Dawson, Thomas, Hornby 142 100 Carpenter, Gγ. F., Yaldhurst 226 196 Day, W. H., Springston 265 185 Carpenter, W. H., Prebbleton 157 Nil Day, F. C, Kaiapoi 195 2S2 Carter, F., West Melton 135 215 Deal, C, Christchurch 15 27 Carter, G., Sheffield 50 150 Deans, John, Riccarton 457 277 Cashmere Estate, Cashmere, Chrietchurch ... 5020 4898 Deans, John, Homebush 21456 24227 Caesidy, Hugh, Springfield 522 400 Dearnley, A. H., Springston 133 102 Chamberlain, A., Brookside 391 190 Dennis, Samuel, Glenroy 569 638 Chamberlain, Henry,Leeston 2309 860 Dent and Son, Charing Cross 458 388 Chamberlain, John, Lakeside 545 264 Derrett, E., Springbank, Hororata 360 480 Chamberlain, P., Leeston 999 1084 Dixon Brothers, Manchester Street, Ch'Ch. 95 Chamberlain, W., Hadstock, Ellesmere 792 594 Dixon, Charles, Kirwee ... 197 70 Chambers, John, Leeston 16I 59 Dixon, Thomas, Leeston ... ' 377 295 H.—23. 95 CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. Ho.of Sheep on No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Donald, F., Hororata 158 Nil Gerard, W., Exore. of, Snowdon, Choh. 13400 12373 Donald, John, Killinchy 66 75 Gibson, Archie, Prebbleton 34 15 Dorman, E. F., Springfield 134 126 Gibson, E., Dun sandel 20 Nil Dorman, William, Springfield 477 493 Gibson, Robert, "West Melton 176 157 Douds, T.j Belfast 52 52 Gibson, S., Dunsandel 300 197 Doyle, J., Tai Tapu 99 100 Giddings, G., Greendale 536 544 Doyle, Miles, Southbridge 15 28 Gilbert, John, Dunsandel 1100 700 Doyle, P., Whiteeliffs 270 377 Gilberthorpe, W., Yaldhurat 29 20 Doyle, S. C, Leeston 24 24 Gill, James, Kirwee 281 161 Dulien, Eichard, Greenpark 20 Gill, P., Rolleston 96 86 Duncan, J., Daifield 300 400 Gillanders Brothers, Westwood, Waddington 1610 Duncan, J., Sheffield 25 80 Gillanders,Edward, Springfield 700 372 Duncan, John, Hororata ... 65 80 Gillanders, Mary, Darfield 2910 1659 Dunlop, William, Marshlands 102 132 Gilmore, G., Weedons 92 82 Dunn, D. (Executors of), Lincoln 20 Nil Gilmour, W., Greenpark 1063 1099 Dunn, K. J.,Kaiapoi 200 177 Glassey, J., Killinehy 50 51 Durey, G. F., Papanui 2 Good, G., Greendale 95 454 Duthie, Alexander, Aylesbury 394 393 Goodrich, T., Springston 76 19 Dynes, John, Leeston 62 70 Goodwin, R., Waddington 80 38 Dysart, James, Courtenay 894 392 Goodwin, W., Glenroy 993 Nil Eaglesome, Hugh, Christchurch 294 114 Gordon, J., Lincoln ... 100 Eaglesome, John,EUesmere 985 681 Gorman, E., Southbridge 256 242 Ealam, W. T., Eolleston 41 308 Gough, Mrs. Hannah, Greendale 564 550 Earl, Mark, Killinchy 23 36 Gough, James, Kirwee 6264 4390 Early, Charles, Greendale 364 400 Gould, George, Polly Farm, Christchurch ... 180 80 Ede, William, Kimberley 50 55 Graham, Mrs. J., Brookside 32 Nil Eden, W., Weedons 26 Nil Graham, Robert, Brookside 153 Edwards, W. E., Rolleston 27 14 Graham, J. E., Sumner 127 110 Egan, Michael, Athmount, Aylesbury 75 56 Graham, Samuel, Leeston 100 99 Ellis Brothers, Rolleston 257 127 Grant, G., Southbridge 62 Nil Ellis, W., Springston 41 Gray, George, Coalgate 1000 1300 Ennis, James, Halswell 102 Gray, Hon. Ernest (Exors.), Hoon Hay, Ohch. 2409 1887 Evans, J. O., Springfield 293 197 Greaves, Edwin, Springston 7 Nil Ewans, Martin, Hororata 66 90 Green, W., Darfleld 300 151 Farmer, Alfred, Springston 71 52 Greenan, Thomas, Doyleston 48 Nil Farr, H., Eolleston 62 74 Greenwood, A., Lakeside m 45 Fay, Mrs. Anthony, Doyleston 253 264 Greig, Mrs. A. S., Whitecliffs 680 Nil Fay, John, Doyleston 284 264 Greig, Thomas,Taitapu 188 182 Ferguson, John, Annat 640 129 GrifEths, George, Hororata 334 252 Field, James, Springfield 534 689 Griffiths, Thomas, Annat 175 Fincham, John, Southbridge 198 79 Grigg, Joseph, Whitecliffs 725 Fincham, Eobert, Blandville 271 172 Gudsell, Thomas, Weedons 293 173 Fincham, T., Willow G-len, Taumutu 571 240 Guiney, Edward, Halkett Town 380 200 Finlay, J., Courtenay 96 102 Gunn, Alexander, Racecourse Hill 613 589 Finlay, William, Courtenay 268 183 Gunn, Donald, Prebbleton 9 14 Finlay son, J., Lake Coleridge 7400 8000 Guy, Thomas, Yaldhurst 81 Nil Flack Brothers, Styx 100 100 Guy, W. J., Yaldhurst 396 381 Fleming, E. G., Willow, Sheffield 61 67 Hack, Edward, Upper Riccartoi^ 120 96 Forrester, James, Christchnrch 90 88 Hackett, Paul, Springfield 127 134 Forwood, H., St. Albans 12 11 Hall Bros., Glenroy 2378 2058 Foster, &., Springfield 291 487 Hall, E. M., Windmill, Yaldhurst 160 150 Foster, W., EUesmere 50 4 Hall, H. J., Leeston 924 Nil Fowler, B., Charing Cross, UpperRiccarton... 110 800 Hall, Sir John, Hororata, Coalgate 31277 30253 Fowler, B. T., Broomfield, Upper Riccarton 198 354 Halliday, John,Lakeside 391 179 Fowler, W. L., Aylesbury 75 70 Halliday, T., Annat 50 70 Fox, F., Marshlands 78 83 Hamilton, E., Blandville 12 11 Frampton, G., Brookside 100 32 Hamilton, P. J., Kirwee 20 35 Fraser, Alexander, Dunsandel 95 67 Hampton, D., Leeston 153 297 Fraser, Alexander, Waddington 939 942 Hanley, Patrick, Kirwee 1011 200 Fryer, P. J., Guelderland, Prebbleton 1040 Nil Hann, Eli, Greendale 100 60 Fryer, P. J., Marton Marsh, Prebbleton 2500 1523 Hannah, John, Southbridge 97 20 Furze, J. M., Duneandel 2274 1579 Hannant, J. J.,Darfield 252 290 Fussell, Thomas, Doyleston 80 90 Hansen, P., Waddington 577 300 Gabbie, W., Mount Pleasant, Southbridge ... 376 398 Hanson, J. E., Upper Riccarton 80 70 Gallagher, Alexander, Prebbleton 98 28 Hardie, Andrew, Rolleston 92 Nil Gallagher Brothers, Prebbleton , ... 161 94 Harding, John, Prebbleton 226 204 Galpin,E., Leeston 98 56 Harris, I'atherine, Glenroy 91 Gamble, Charles, Waddington 800 500 Harris, E., Kirwee 300 125 Gamtnack, James (Executors of), Springston 2364 Nil Harris, Elizabeth, Styx 440 209 Gardiner, A., Courtenay 261 254 Harris, H. S., Cbristchuroh 22 99 Gardiner, H., Wilson's Farm, Irwell 1200 353 Harris, T., Rolleston 70 83 Gardiner, H. D., Richmond, Christchurch ... 52 Hartnell, J. N., Hororata 962 989 Gardiner, J. S., Holcombe, Leeston 610 248 Hartnell, William, Hororata 89 Gardiner, W., Coalgate 240 Nil Harwood, A. T., Yaldhurst 53 Nil Garforth, S., Spreydon, Christchurch 815 771 Haskett, Robert, Ricearton 20 Nil Garland, D., Darfield 100 Nil Hastings, J., Southbridge 45 16 Garland, J. E., Hillsborough, Christchurch... 453 464 Hawkins, William, Spreydon 20 14 Gaekin, J., Springfield 650 998 Hawken, Mark, Styx 5 Geddis, A. J., Weedons 291 154 Hay, Alexander, Kimberley 472 460 Gemmell, John, Dunsandel 278 297 Hay, H. M., Leeston 200 57 Gemmell, John, jun., Sheffield 50 98 Haydon, Joseph, Prebbleton 1400 Nil Gerard, George, Snowdon, Christchurch 6570 6630 Hayes, Benjamin, Halkett Town 1000 500 Gerard, Miss Blanche, Manuka Point, and 5000 16150 Hajes, Samuel, Halkett Town 66 200 Mount Algidus, Christchuroh Heighway, P., Shefiield 98 190 96 H.—23,

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Henderson, Gk, sen., Halkett Town 252 207 Kail, H., Killinchy 51 35 Henderson, Or., jun., Halkett Town 28 19 Kain, Thomas, Springfield 2200 2221 Henderson, J-, jun., Dunsandel 434 300 Kavanagh Brothers, tipper Riccarton 453 334 Henderson and Son, Sydenham 270 265 Kay, Alexander, Burnham 303 Nil Henery, H., Russell's Flat 96 97 Keaet, G., Springston 92 Nil Henley, P., Lincoln 354 374 Kelly, J., Rolleston 263 152 Henry, Arthur, Russell's Plat 289 187 Keltie, J., Hororata 51 74 Henry, Mrs. Jane, Russell's Plat 130 94 Keltie, Thomas, Hororata 23 75 Henry, Miss Mary Ann, Russell's Plat 48 Kemp, A., Kirwee 200 Nil Henry, John, Dunsandel 385 365 Kemp, E., Kirwee 527 Ml Henry, Thomas, Russell'sPlat 92 93 Kendall, W., Leeston 76 70 Henry, W., Russell's Plat 60 Nil Kennedy, John, Southbridge 40 Nil Herriek, J. J., Tai Tapu 273 211 Kerr, C, Dunsandel 92 Nil Heyburn, W., Southbridge ..., 233 Nil Kimber, Henry, Springston 450 72 Hibbard, "William, Southbridge 161 14 Kimber, James, Greenpark 24 10 Hight, H., Brookside 86 32 Kime, Henry, Eolleston 193 92 Hight, Richard, West Melton 200 200 Kime, W. H.( Springston 90 Hill, Frederick, Shirley 202 Nil King, J. J., Killinchy 128 91 Hill, H. E., West Melton 34-9 379 King, W., Springfield 499 Nil Hill, J., West Melton 697 579 Kingsbury, E. R., Aylesbury 198 Hill, M. A., West Melton 193 Kingsbury, Seth, Aylesbury 287 Nil Hockridge, J., Hororata 186 150 Kneeshaw, Thomas, Selwyn 600 500 Hodgens, John, Prebbleton 400 200 Knight, H., St. Alban's 30 Nil Hogg, Alexander, Brookside 130 52 Knight, H. A., Racecourse Hill 6885 6829 Hogg, Thomas, Killinchy 47 Nil Knight, Silas, Eolleston 336 Nil Hoglund, John, Springfield 292 582 Kruse, D., Papanui 102 80 Holland, Frederick, Greendale 918 675 Ladbrook, J., Sockburn 80 44 Holland, G. W., Greendale 725 176 Lamport, T., Glentunnel 194 183 Holland, Henry, Greendale 378 241 Lane, H. B., Christehurch 55 54 Holly, William, Leeston 234 25 Langdale, James, Ooalgate 600 528 Holmes, J. A., Bangor, Darfield 10073 10909 Langdon and Steele, Christehurch 275 186 Hopkins, F., and Co., Christchureh 32 Nα Larcombe, F., Broadfield 108 150 Hoskin, William, Yaldhurst 95 84 Law, Agnes, Weedons 67 60 Howson, T. B., Leeston 292 900 Lawry, John, Springston 71 Hubbard, Frederick, Greenpark 12 200 ■' Leahy, John, Lakeside 183 188 Hudson, Henry, Halswell 19 Lean, John, Yaldhurst 400 497 Hughes, James, Greendale 264 190 Leatham, Thomas, Tai-Tapu 50 Nil Hughes, T., West Melton 192 182 Lee, Henry, Q-lenroy 180 Hulston, James,'Aylesbury 221 200 Lee, M. J., Annat 775 379 Humm, W., Waddington 277 91 Lee, Moses, Glenroy 37 33 Humphrey, J., Southbridge 2265 338 Lee, Mrs. Sarah, Glenroy 146 74 Humphrey, T., Killinchy 250 176 Legg, James, West Melton ,, 300 Nil Hunter, G., West Melton 1159 764 Lemon, Martha, Doyleston 52 20 Hunter, James, Killinehy 66 51 Lemon, Mrs. W. J., Killinchy 162 147 Hurst, Charles, Oakley, Southbridge 4660 4220 Lennox, G. and E., Halket 156 Hurst, John, Bankside 924 304 Lennie, J., Kowai Bush 110 162 Illingworth, D., Greendale 203 350 Leslie, H., Upper Eiccarton 7 7 Illingworth, Joseph, Greendale 100 250 Leslie, H. J. P., Aylesbury 63 183 Illingworth, W., Greendale 200 600 Levick, H., Whitecliffs 156 150 Industrial School, Burnham 16 127 Lewis, C, Halswell 341 278 Inwood, A. R., Southbridge 1050 701 Lewis, John,Kirwee 150 Inwood, J., Southbridge 1805 1694 Lill, George, Grange, Dunsandel 1067 792 Inwood, W., Southtiridge 106 71 Lill, J. W., Southbridge 1044 295 Irvine, Alexander, Southbridge 416 Lilley, James, Southbridge 24 11 Irvine, J. W., Dunsandel 1110 790 Lilley, W., Waddington 197 190 Irvine, William, Southbridge 514 Nil Limbrick, G. L., Taitapu 199 48 Jackman, W. H., Doyleston 54 Nil Lindemann, G-., Tai Tapu 808 569 Jackson, A. J., Yaldhurst 90 134 Lloyd, E., Greenpark 127 20 Jackson Brothers, Papanui 25 25 Locker, E., Greendale 70 Nil Jackson, Frank, Irwell 479 405 Lockhead, J., jun., Taumutu 433 156 Jackson, H., Kimberley 595 204 Loekhead, John,Dunsandel 350 146 Jackson, R. H., Upper Biccarton 269 206 Lockhead, E. and J., Leeston 506 106 Jamieson, G., Springston 2030 872 Loekhead, E, W., Lincoln 592 300 Jamieson,W. H., Leeston 190 249 Long, W., Darfield 850 429 Jane, Alfred, Greendale 140 250 Long, William, Weedons 93 60 Jarman, John, Riccarton 12 20 Lord, Thomas, Burnham 477 594 Jeffs, Charles, Templeton 138 62 Longstaff, Thomas, Leeston 183 Nil Jenkins, W. J-, Courtenay 197 164 Lorett, Joseph, Hororata 69 51 Jenkins, W. J.,jun., Waddington 361 400 Lovick, Thomas, Kllmore Street, Ohristch.... 60 85 Johns, James, Styx 430 235 Low, A., 47, Andrew Street, Sydenham 91 190 Johnson,Robert, Aylesbury 1689 659 Low, Mrs. Christina, Dunsandel 201 207 Johnson, T. W., Kirwee 783 388 Low, Levi, Eolleston 53 28 Johnson, Walter, Greendale 492 Nil Lowe, W., Bolleeton 114 262 Johnston, Andrew, NorthPark, Christchureh 700 Nil Lowery, J., Killinchy 239 142 Johnston, J. McC, West Melton 120 90 Lowery, W., Killinchy 253 Nil Johnston, Neil, Darfield 202 Nil Ludeminn, T., Lakeside 491 299 Jones, James, Templeton 960 212 Macdonald, F. A., Bankside, Eakaia 526 300 Jonee, Jane,Dunsandel 567 Nil Mackle, John, Harewood Road 100 Nil Jones, John, West Melton 173 158 MacLeod, John, Templeton 22 Nil Jones, Richard, Glenroy 30 Maddison, Frederick, Templeton 398 304 Jones and James, Cragieburn, Case 22028 22655 Maddison, J., Templeton 631 380 Joseph, A. L., Riccarton 80 45 Maffey, Eichard, Hororata 285 299 Joynes, Thomas, Porter's Prse 102 Magginnes, J.,Templeton 433 152 Judd, G. H., Waddington 330 395 Maguiness, W. J., Little Eakaia 66 44 14-H. 23. ' H—23. 96

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No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 80, April30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1697. 1888.

Mangin Brothers, Yaldhurst 204 300 MePherson, J. and H., Lakeside 173 198 Manion, P. Weedons, Rolleston 249 200 Meyer, J., Dunsandel 245 402 Mann, J. C, Russell's Plat 16 Nil Miller, Robert, Lincoln 205 96 Manning and Russell, Southbridge, c/o S. 4880 5077 Miller, W., Ladbrook 68 Nil Manning, Christehureh Milliken, John, Springfield 298 399 Maneon, James, Kimberley 594 360 Mills, Mre. John, Greendale 150 Nil Maneon, James, jun., Kimberley 197 490 Milne, John, Halswell 1021 596 Manson, R., Southbridge 60 40 Monok, J. S., Sumner 979 959 Maneon, William,Kimberley 200 100 Moon, William, Domain Grounds, Sydenham 195 297 Marshall, D., Lakeside 200 191 Moor, R., Brookside 140 150 Marshall, David, Springston 72 Moore, J.F., Courtenay 31 31 Marshall, E., Blandville 280 260 Moore, John, Annat 187 194 Marshall, G-eorge, Weedons 179 180 Moorhead, M., Southbridge 294 286 Marshall, J., Doyleston 184 152 Moorhead, T. and D. J., Leeston 294 287 Marshall, John, Springston 392 150 Moorhead, W., Southbridge 36 23 Marshall, W., Leeston 50 38 Morris, John, North Road, Styx 52 Matheson & Sons, Benmore, Springfield 2000 2509 Morrisb, Riohard, Oraigleigh, Springston 800 400 Matheson, D. G., Ayresdale, Springfield 277 277 Morrison, P., Darfleld 498 295 Matheson & Sons, Grassdale, Springfield ... 2132 2440 Morten, R. M., Mt. Pleasant, Christchurch... 8460 7896 Matthews, William, Springston 82 56 Mount Magdala, Trustees of, Christchurch... 279 113 Matthews, Zacharias, Yaldhurst 150 156 Muir, A., Springston 80 43 Mathias, L., Castle Hill 8000 Muirhead, John, Templeton 353 308 McBean, G%, Springston 1001 365 Mulholland, Daniel, Darfield 1235 765 McCabe, P., Doyleeton 11 20 Mundie, W., Southbridge 14 Nil McCarten, P., Southbridge 299 169 Murchison, J.,Acheron, Lake Coleridge 14865 14965 MeCarten, Mrs. Thomas, Weedon's 96 87 Murchison, John,Lake Coleridge 22184 22184 McCarthy, John., jun., Prebbleton 552 499 Murray, A., Brookside 29 40 McCarthy, Jeremiah, Prebbleton 150 170 Murray, A. J., Greenpark 2847 1370 McCartney, T., Tai Tapu 323 78 Murray, C, Greenpark 1806 869 McCausland, C., Kimberley 283 298 Murray, F. C, Lincoln 1343 936 McClelland, D., Southbridge 180 49 Mutton, W., Lincoln 48 McClelland, James, Springston 150 62 Napier, Colin, Hororata 3 112 McClelland, W. W., Kimberley 800 500 Napier, G-eorge, Glenroy 183 194 McClennan, W., Halkett Town 180 Nil Napier, W., Glenroy, Hororata 534 394 McClure, &., Killinchy 130 96 Nspier and Hartnell, Hororata 96 Nil McConkey, J.,Doyleston 50 37 Needham, Herbert, Rolleston 253 308 McConnell, Miss M., Tipper Riccarton 52 Nil Needham, Thomas, Rolleston 493 Nil McCormick, Thomas, Southbridge 96 145 Neil, P., Templeton 91 85 McCormick, W., Lakeside 130 57 Nelson, Andrew, Waddington 689 697 McCoy, John,Rakaia 213 146 Nelson, J. H., Rolleston 196 200 McCrostie, Hugh, Greendale 1210 1040 Nelson, John, Hororata 80 79 McCrostie, Jessie, Norwood, Greendale 7oo 400 Neutye, H. D., Annat 554 681 McDonald, D., Leeston 140 16 Newlove, M. H., Dunsand 73 54 McDonald, John, Bankside 592 74 Nicholl, C. L., Burnham 9 McDonald, John, Greenpark 37 38 Nicholls, James, Halswell 47 50 McDowall, Mrs., Belfast 97 97 Nieklaus, J.P., Yaldhurst 220 200 McDrury, P., Halswell 130 91 Nixon, William, Killinehy 889 452 McEvedy,Peter, Southbridge 600 540 N.M. and A. Company, Aylesbury 4035 4093 McGeorge, Samuel, Rakaia 16 N.M.and A. Company,Strathclyde,Aylesbury 46 Nil McGill, Ivie, Lakeside 181 118 N.Z.L. & M.A. Co., CoraLynn, Cass River ... 11200 11200 MeGivern, D., Hororata 200 317 N.Z. L. & M.A. Co., Mt. Torlesse, Springfield 18548 18071 McGKvern, J., Hororata 193 190 N.Z.L. & M.A. Co., Mount White, Cass River 33800 34000 McGough, O., Halswell 170 30 Nuttall, Andrew, Annat, Sheffield 62 252 McGoverin, T., Darfield 85 Nil Oakley, George, Halkett 76 73 McGregor, A., Selwyn 886 346 Oakley, Mrs. John, Halket 50 7 McHugh, Patrick, Darfield 20 31 O'Boyle, F., Leeston 200 197 Mcllrath, Hamilton, Springfield 387 493 O'Boyle, J., Lakeside 493 348 Mcllraith, D., Killinehy 222 128 O'Boyle, Patrick, Leeston 692 657 Mcllraith, James, Homebush 1743 1779 O'Brien, Matthew, Killinchy 160 40 Mcllraith, Thomas, G-lcnroy 270 Odgers, Edward, Springfield 381 293 Mclntosh, Ewen, Glenroy 485 566 O'Grady, P., Springston 41 Nil Mclntosh, James, Kirwee 298 309 Oliver, William, Hororata 400 356 McKay, Alexander, Sockburn 18 20 O'Malley, George, Kirwee 662 615 McKay, George, Halkett 221 181 O'Malley, James, Bealey 10 5 McKay, Robert, Springston 111 O'Neil, M., Doyleston 20 26 McKee, J., Killinchy 60 70 O'Neil, M., Lincoln 126 97 McKee, T., Southbridge 82 79 O'Neill, Benjamin, Doyleston 91 McKie, T. and W., Glenroy 1300 1061 Orsbourn, D. J., Glenroy 598 500 MeKinlay, A., Lyttelton 80 120 Osborne, James, Tai Tapu 137 146 McLachlan, Alexander, Doyleston 997 696 Osborne, Job, Doyleston 900 197 McLachlan, Archibald, Doyleeton 385 288 O'Shaugnessy, W., Springfield 95 88 McLaughlin, Alexander, Taumutu 284 132 Overend, Thomas, Weedons 110 82 McLaughlin, James, Darfield 15 Nil Overton, Frederick, Walsingham, Lakeside... 495 402 McLaughlin, Seaton, Dunsandel 26 26 Overton, Henry, Kirwee 1664 1041 McLean, G-., Greenpark 143 94 Overton, Henry, Lakeside 572 McLenaghan, Hugh, Killinehy 40 50 Overton, John, Prebbleton „, 500 287 McLennan, D., West Melton 898 563 Owen and Dyer, Lyttelton 67 Nil McMeehan, W., Springston 169 277 Page, H., Springston 1092. Nil McMillan, D., Waddington 1190 670 Page, W., Darfield 1097 McMillan, D., Beachcroft, Southbridge 1667 1538 Page, W. H., Kirwee 990 592 McMillan, John,Dunsandel 825 692 Palmer, Joseph, Burnbam (Christchurch) ... 1614 985 McMillan, W., Irwell 1092 882 Pannett, H., Springston 263 278 McNae, Archibald, Courtenay 560 389 Pannett, J. A., Hatton, Springston 2275 1292 McPherson, A. J. and A. D., Lakeside 373 283 Pannett, W. F., Springston 439 267 98 H.—23.

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No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April*April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Park, Samuel, Greenpark 11 Russell, R., Brookside 100 Nil Parish, Templeton 76 142 Rutherford, G., High Peak, Russell's Plat ... 6095 6139 Jacob, 17865 Parker, G. S., Southbridg* 777 Nil Rutherford, Or., Dalethorpe, Russell'sFlat ... 15978 Parkin, C. B., Eakaia 104. 108 Rutledge, John, Russell's Hat 506 470 Parkin, W., Leeston 19 27 Ryan, M. P., Springston 200 164 Partridge, A., Russell's Flat 62 41 Ryan, Michael, Broadfield 1398 1023 Darfield 593 468 Sadler, T.,Templeton 85 Nil Patchett, D., 184 123 Paterson, H., Prebbleton 155 116 Sanderson, Crispin, Dunsandel Patrick, Thomas, Styx 22 Nil Sandford, Matthew, Papanui 278 252 Patton, Alexander, Bankside 969 500 Sandry, G., The Lodge, Rolleston 107 Nil Edward, Yaldhurst 100 98 Sandry, George, Rolleston 455 816 Peagram, 455 184 Pearce, H. J., Aylesbury 199 155 Sanson, James, Darfield Pearce, T., Springston 496 376 Saunders, Charles, St. Martin's, Opawa 12 Pearson, Mrs. William, Lincoln 196 242 Saundere, O. E., West Melton 287 286 Lincoln 121 167 Savill, William, Yaldhurst 43 51 Pearson, S., 614 Peat, Edward, Brookside 200 35 Scales, J., Prebbleton 789 Peryman, H. E., Tai Tapu 254 786 Scarlett, R., Waddington 135 93 Petrie, D., Springfield 122 123 Schnell, O., Taumutu 279 118 Phillips, G. S., Templeto" 90 184 School of Agriculture, Lincoln 1046 992 Phillips, John, Yaldhurst 72 Nil Scott, C. C, Southbridge 63 378 390 Phillips, T. A., Windwhistle 11000 10701 Scott, David, Brookside Phillips, W., Weedon, Rolleston 239 320 Scott, G., Dunsandel 288 384 Pickering, William, G-lenroy 400 400 Scott, John, Windwhietle 568 496 Pinckney, R. T., Eakaia 2268 Scott, Samuel, Little Rakaia 123 88 Piner, Charles, Annat 10U 100 Scott, W. B., West Melton 364 Nil Pitkin, B. P., Templeton 50 42 Searle, F., West Melton 194 167 Plaskett, &., Annat 159 Nil Searle, Joseph, Annat 182 197 Plumer, J., Templeton 81 Nil Sears, James, Russell's Flat 259 283 Poole, George, Eillinchy 49 43 Seaton, George, Kirwee 128 98 Pope, John, Springfield 81 91 Seaton, R.,jun., Southbridge 31 31 Porter, A., Glentunnel 7 Nil Seay, T. S., Springfield 383 289 Powell, Joseph, G-roTe, Springston 295 172 Selbie, J. D., Rolleston 289 Prebble, J. G., Prebbleton 31 41 Sharp, John, Lincoln 999 506 Prebble, J. W., Prebbleton 97 79 Shaw, William, Doyleston 282 194 Sheat, G., Dunsandel 668 654 Prestidge Brothers, Coalgate 194 200 1179 Prestidge, C, Hororata 74 12 Sheate, William, Greendale 1794 Prestidge, Jesse, Hororata 114 187 Sheate, W. A., Kirwee 1300 696 Proctor, J., Eussell's Plat 142 70 Shepherd, Thomas, Southbridge 32 Nil Sherwood, B., Crescent Road, St. Albans 35 Nil Prosser, J. H., Leeston 69 ... 73 Purnell, George, Srpingfield 43 41 Shields, T., Prebbleton 82 Quayle, Thomas, Greenpark 367 87 Shipley, Burton, Greendale 496 400 Eainey, James, Annat 86 90 Shippley, William, Greendale 200 100 • Riccarton 100 49 Eainey, E., Lincoln 270 16 Shirley, E., Upper Eains, G., Russell's Flat 41 57 Shutt, Charles, Halkett 43 35 Reid, E., Darfield 318 546 Sibley, R., Whitecliffs 50 Nil J. S., Grassmere, Springfield 9641 Eeiley, J., Upper Eiccarton 41 50 Sim, 295 Rennie, George, Lincoln 372 159 Skinner and White, Hororata 222 Rennie, John, Doyleston 1000 738 Smart, Amon, Templeton 70 50 Eeyeley, B., jun., Kimberley 295 37 Smith, A., Springfield 181 236 EeTeley, G., Kimberley 100 97 Smith, G. A., Broom, Lincoln 548 40 Rhodes, G. E., Ellesmere 687 555 Smith, J., Burnham 342 284 Rhodes, R. H., Tai Tapu 4364 4589 Smith, John, Halswell 242 140 Richard, Robert, Southbridge 122 130 Smith, J. T., Lincoln 53 Nil Richards, William, Killinchy 55 40 Smith, Moulds, Charing Cross 753 287 Ridgen, George, Greendale 2450 1979 Smith, Young, Aylesbury 97 75 Charing 640 900 Smithson, C, Leeston 259 127 Riordan, P., Cross 51 82 Roberts, A. H., West Melton 258 174 Smyth, J., Kimberley Roberts, F., Springston 15 Nil Smyth, John,Killinchy 393 162 Roberts, R. J., Sydenham 58 44 Somerville, B., Southbridge 194 80 Roberts, William, Papanui 419 210 Sowden, Jonathan,Dunsandel 1824 1481 Flat 578 Nil Sparks, S., Halswell 340 358 Robertson and Drege, Russell's 42 Robertson, G. T., Courtenay 96 118 Spence, J., Killinchy 59 of), Courtenay 91 44 Spencer, Edmund, Styx 1420 1400 Robertson, James (Executors 404 278 Robertson, Samuel, Russell's Flat 659 Spencer, Or., Kimberley Spicer, J.R., UpperRiccarton 30 Nil Robertson, Struan, Christchurch 278 432 431 Rodgers, W., Kowai Bush 83 102 Spooner, John, Kirwee 130 87 Stace, C, Springston 70 40 Rollo, Mrs. Janet, Irwell 154 Bonaldson, James, Hororata 771 736 Stacey, William, Hororata 173 6 Stackhouse, James, Killinchy ... 1250 1200 Roper, H., Kirwee 3 35 15 Roper, Robert, Halkett Town 131 84 Stanley, G. H., Harewood Road, Papanui ... 63 Stapleton, James., Doyleston 100 52 Roper, F. W., Courtenay 68 164 Rosevere, S., Greendale 207 553 Steel, R. W.. G-lenroy 143 Rothery, Henry, Doyleston 170 106 Steele, Samuel, Hororata 568 567 Stephens, George, Bush, Brookeide 333 149 Rourke, Mrs. Mary, Dunsandel 265 241 111 Rowell, E. H., Springston . 140 30 Stephens, T. A., Brookeide 260 300 Stevens, P., Selwyn 51 141 Eowell, Frank, Springston 1500 131 Rowell, J., jun., Springston 200 40 Stewart, Colin, Hornby Rowell, J. P., Springston 115 Nil Stewart, S., Halkett Town 72 Nil Greendale 696 188 Stewart, W., Halkett Town 100 70 Rudd, C, 25 20 Eudd, J.F., Greendale 2000 700 Stoddart, William, Lincoln ... 1273 760 Storey, Charles, Greendale 343 299 Rudd, John, Greendale 619 483 Ruddock, Edward, Southbridge 1109 838 Storry, Andrew, Southbridge .-. Ruehbrook,;,Mrs., 89 20 Stott, William, Kimberley 894 675 Doyleston Coleridge* 121a Rushton, William, Springfield 78 97 Stott, David, Wilberforce, Lake ... H.—23. 98

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No. of Sheep on No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Strange, William, Selwyn (Chrietchurch) ... 7204 3874 Watson, John, Templeton 4 142 Stubbs, J., Rakaia 183 94 Watson, B., Templeton 130 Nil Stubbs, William, Rakaia 862 1100 Watson, S. C, Ladbrook 89 156 Sutherland, T., Halswell 60 61 Watson, W., Cordross, Coalgate 280 300 Sutton, T., Halswell 100 200 Watts, T. J.,Eakaia 126 94 Swain, G., Greenpark 281 68 Waugh, Thomas,Lincoln Road, Chrietchureh 48 60 Taiaroa, J. K , Taumutu 60 Nil Weaver, Arthur, Eakaia 228 92 Tanner, H. N., Tai Tapu 114 98 Weavers, E., Killinchy 156 141 Taylor, Andrew, Dunsandel 149 16 Webb, A. G., North Eakaia 40 Taylor, C, Brookside 244 Nil Webb, W. C, Upper Eieearton 99 Nil Taylor, G., Yaldhurst 155 166 Webb, W. W., Whitecliff 195 294 Taylor, James, Springfield 129 133 Welburn, W. E., Aylesbury 135 60 Taylor, Joseph, Papanui 109 Nil Wells, H., Greendale 251 102 Taylor, W. J., Halkett Town 92 80 Wells, J., Greendale 294 253 Taylor and Harwood, Ayleebury 120 196 Westaway, W., Sookburn 24 Templeton, John, o/o., Petrie, Spreydori '... 84 84 Westenra Brothers, Camla, Dunsandel 4302 3342 Templeton, William, tipper Riccarton 59 Nil Whitcombe, G. H., Christchureh 9 Thomas, R., West Melton 5 5 White, G. F., Courtenay 442 284 Thompson, John* Xillinchy 54 2 White, W. H., Prebbleton 145 108 Thompson, J., jun., Halkett Town 456 139 Whitty, George, Tai Tapu 62 Thompson, R. D. (Exors. of), Southbridge ... 390 444 Whyte, A., Halkett 372 18 Thompson, W. D., Sheffield 376 313 Whyte, William, Waddington 962 483 Thompson, W. M.,Templeton 274 180 Whyte, Peter, Halkett Town 483 140 Thompson, William, Aylesbury 285 Whyte, William, Halkett Town 141 180 Thomson, David, Halkett Town 60 65 Wiokliffe, John, Southbridge 15 40 Thwaites, James, Hororata 286 290 Wild, E. H., West Melton 339 Nil Tisch, H., Belfast 280 Nil Williams, A. C, Southbridge 938 877 Tolerton, Thomas, Killinehy 24 21 Williams, A. J., Irwell 282 191 Tong, A., Southbridge 51 Nil Williams, W. A., Kirwee 293 180 Topham, G. M., Lincoln 188 128 Willis, E. B., Southbridge 264 403 Tosswill, L. W., Christchurch 2963 2000 Wills, D., Leeston 604 364 Townshend, T., Lincoln 130 82 Wilson, B., Hororata 378 Trayers, James, North Rakaia 140 97 Wilson, T., Broadfield ... 20 Traves, J., Russell's Flat 256 237 Wilson, Thomas, Belfast . 310 92 Trickett, H., West Melton 55 30 Withell, Charles, Brookside 3051 2826 Trott, George, Springston 712 449 Withell, E., Brookside 36 65 Trott, John, Broadfleld 100 Withell. T. C, Brookside 190 Troup, J. and G., Glentunnel 1685 1278 Withell, W., Brookside 174 53 Tuft Brothers, Broomfield, Upper Riccarfcon 193 185 Witty, G., Templeton 774 116 Turner, G. A., Courtenay 150 56 Wolfe, John, Lincoln 656 600 Turner, J., Harewood Road 37 Nil Wood, W., Killinchy 30 20 Turner, John, Courtenay 370 475 Woodcock, A. P., Whitecliffs 540 659 Turner, W., Halkett Town 85 Nil Woodman, W. H., Southbridge 5 Nil Tutton, A. B., Christchurch 40 Nil Woods, F., Dunsandel 54 26 Tyson, J., Springston 11 Nil Worner, Septimus, Southbridge 795 390 TJpston, John, Selwyn 43 20 Wraight, Douglas, Mystole, Dunsandel 57 38 Urquhart, Duncan, Templeton 202 Wright Bros., Annat 1065 1080 Vale, Henry,Halswell 75 Nil Wright, F., Dunsandel 780 754 Vaughan, E., Kirwee 98 92 Wright, J. T., Dunsandel 697 680 Vincent, Edward, Aylesbury 483 Wright, Eichard, Irwell 1100 597 Voice, 0. W., Templeton 418 142 Wright, W., Waddington 187 Voice, R. A., Templeton 79 Wright, W. E., Burnham 456 410 Voice, J., Templeton 130 62 Wright, W. W., Ellesmere 1191 560 Von Haast, J. H., Castle Hill 7107 Nil Yarr, T., Greenpark 650 194 Waby, J. C, West Melton 1185 Nil Yates, G. Killinchy 52 Nil Waby, Or. C, Southbridge 598 278 Yates, J. W., Eussell's Flat 100 95 Wadworth, W.. Raynham, Ohrietchuroh 2713 987 Yeatman, James, Charing Cross 485 365 Wainwright, Charles, Springston 33 192 Yeatman, John, Charing Cross 164 196 Walker, J., Dunsandel 385 , 273 Walker, J.,West Melton 97 26 763,979 652,958 Walker, W., Dunsandel 213 137 Walker, W., Selwyn 1625 1065 ASHBUETON COUNTY Walker, W. M., Weedons 8 Nil (InAshburton Subdivision). Wall, Robert, Springston 154 71 Adair, R. M., Seafield (Chrietehurch) 3474 2163 Wallace, J. H., Roekwood, Glenroy 3658 4397 Addis, T., Wheatstone 91 61 Wallace, R. C, Burnham 367 Aldridge, A. W., Staveley 62 135 Wallace, Thomas, Russell's Plat 606 788 Allan, C. A., Euapuna 94 95 Wallace, William, Russell's Mat 118 196 Allan, William, Baapuna 296 198 Walles, James, Kowai Bush 600 592 Allan, W. J., Euapuna 494 369 Walles, T. C, Kowai Bush. 71 95 Allen, James, Dromore 922 500 Walker Brothers, West Melton 345 Allen, W. F., Ashburton 173 180 Ward, Francis, Russell's Flat 250 147 Allington, C. S., St. Leonard's, Seafield 112 135 Warnes, R. J., Belfast 150 Nil Ambler, E. D., Arundel 135 122 Warren, J. W., Greendale 483 288 Amos, Frank, Riverside 200 100 Warrington, C, Southbridge 70 57 Anderson, H., Wheatstone 290 179 Washbourne, E., Southbridge 1198 761 Anderson, H. M., Eakaia 97 100 Washbourne, H., jun., Selwyn 1521 109 Anderson, Eobert, Tinwald 1014 410 Washbourne, H. J., Ricearton 53 59 Anderson, Samuel, Flemington 250 Nil Watson Bros., Greendale 647 495 Anderson, William, Flemington 651 1522 Watson, F. H., Prebbleton 47 Nil Anderson, William, Biverside 98 32 Watson, Gγ., Harewood Road, Papanui 53 39 Anderson, W. E., Flemington 171 Nil Watson, George, West Melton 1604 1541 Andrews, Albert, Upper Ashburton 291 Nil Watson, H., Upper Riecarton 285 Nil Andrews, Mrs. K. A., Ashburton 136 195 Watson J., Halkett Town 95 Nil Annett, W., Hinde 167 162 100 H.—23.

CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of 81 ieep on April 30, April 30, April30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Anthony, William, Highbank, Methven 671 390 Cairns, J., Wakanui 576 358 Argyle, Jemima, Aehburton 50 Nil Cairns, T., Tinwald 92 Armetrong, Charles, Mount Somers 56 80 Callaghan, A. R., Highbank 21 Ashby, W., Arundel 488 200 Cameron, D., Methven 29535 19819 Ashton, W. and E., Waterton 579 465 Cameron, Donald, Alford Forest 8100 8050 Askin, S. P., Seafield 1128 731 Cameron, Duncan, Clunes, Methven 3723 2970 Assets Realisation Board, Baling 5700 Cameron, Ewan, Mount Somera 162 168 Aston, Or., Graham'sRoad, Tinwald 783 189 Campbell, D. D., Chertsey 199 175 Ayrton, A. H., Seafield 1617 1932 Campbell, G-eorge, Chertsey 36 Baker, F. R., Methven 1053 1059 Campbell, James, Ealing 587 Nil Baker, H. a., Methven 917 989 Campbell, John, Miteham, Laurieton 397 240 Baker, John, Methven 967 1350 Campbell, Neil, Springburn 1418 1450 Ballance, Mark, Ashburton 79 Nil Campbell, R. C, Cairnbrae 200 130 Ballantyne, John,Ruapuna 7021 6712 Campbell, Ronald, Chertsey 600 800 Bank N.Z. Estates Co., Ealing 5116 Nil Campbell. Thomas, Eiffelton 47 Bank of New South Wales,Valetta, Ashburton 1720 Capon Brothers, Winchmore 4472 3553 Barber, S. F., Mount Somers 517 524 Carleton, J. H.. Westerfield 280 283 Bates, H., Alford Forest 34 51 Carney, John, Staveley 342 Bates, P., Alford Forest 160 172 Carney, Michael, Bushside, Alford Forest ... 180 Batty, Joseph, Cairnbrae 3200 3740 Carruthers, D. B , Dorie 441 475 Baxter Brothers. Southbridge 253 590 Cass Francis, Tinwald 43 Baxter, G-eorge, Southbridge 396 192 Cass, J. L., Tinwald 498 Nil Baxter, J.,Dorie 386 482 Cavill, T., Ashburton 82 Nil Baylies, J., Seafield 60 Chalmers, Peter, Aehburton 790 468 Beach, H. M., Hinds 224 198 Chambers, G., Cairnbrae 285 285 Beach, S., Mayfield 62 100 Chapman, E., Drayton, Methven 3108 Nil Beach, W., Hinds 958 300 Chapman, S. and H., Willowby 1623 1473 Bean, J. H., Highbank 131 Chapman, W. T., Ashway, Alford Forest ... 156 30 Beatty, James, Kyle 296 196 Charles, John, South Eangitata 1097 870 Beatty, John, Kyle 376 292 Charles, M., Lismore 231 202 Beatty, Robert, Kyle 488 397 Chisnall, W., Hinds 1812 695 Beckett, E. G., Mayfield 13 261 Choak, Joseph, Wakanui 242 124 Beckett, J. B., Westerfield 1018 878 Christian, J.B., Seafield '... 650 Begg, J. R., Wakanui 34 Christensen, J. L., Mayfield 100 45 Begg, William, Ashton Road, Aehburton ... 14 Nil Christie, S., Mount Somers 61 71 Bell, James, Ealing 489 404 Church, E. J., Greenstreet 77 Nil Bell, J. D., Ashton 97 189 Church, Or. F., Laurlston 499 441 Bell, J. F., Lismore 458 253 Clark, Archibald, Greenstreet 50 50 Bell, John, Flemington 143 102 Clarke Brothers, Dromore 400 Nil Bell, W. H., Tinwald 17 40 Clarke, G-. H., Tinwald 100 Benbow, E., Wheatatone 396 158 Clarke, John, Hinds 72 Benbow, E. B., Winslow 19 Clarke, M., Dromore 15 Nil Bennett, T., Ruapuna 1496 1191 Clarke, R., Tinwald 10 Nil Bennison, Mary, Newlands 9 Clarke, W. R., Dromore 66 25 Bimler, L. G., Alford Forest 20 Nil Clement, W. H., Ealing 300 193 Bird, John, Hinds 9 Clephane, George, Wakanui 200 221 Bishop, F. W., Tinwald 249 Nil Clucas Brothers, Newlands 338 236 Bishop, J., Wheatstone 192 13 Cobb, William, Hinds 346 297 Bland, E., Ashburton 230 200 Cobeldick, Mre. M., Arundsl 92 100 Bland, J. S., Broughton, Winchmore 1178 832 Cochrane, James, Wakanui 174 145 Blee, J. P., Ashton 143 91 Cochrane, John, Ashburton 389 516 Boag, J., Cairnbrae 637 412 Coe, George, Riverside 550 200 Boag, W., Rakaia 225 186 Cole, &., Riverside 244 Nil Body, G. W., Tinwald 21 122 Connell, John, Barrhill 410 Bond, Hector, Cairnbrae 183 58 Connolly P., Greenstreet 112 Bond, W. E., Flemington 285 85 Connor, John, Chertsey 296 236 Bonifant, J., Aehburton 650 553 Cook, Richard, Newlande 391 194 Bonnington, F., Tinwald 250 Nil Cook, W., Springburn 166 153 Boucher, J. W., Methven 259 200 Cookson, W., Bushside 190 99 Boulton, R., Ealing 353 290 Cooper, E. B., Staveley 30 Nil Boyee, S. E., Rakaia 298 170 Copland and Stringfellow,Rakaia 1068 1244 Brawley, J., Lyndhurst 41 Copland, James, Chertsey 2204 1306 Bray, J., Greenetreet 40 Nil Corbett, E., Aehburton Forks 688 611 Brennan, H., Mayfield ... 62 41 Corbett, James, Greenstreet ,,. 39 Nil Brick, D., Ashburton 3114 2450 Oorbett, John, Wakanui 450 400 Bright, Thomas, Methven 143 163 Corbett, Thomas, Mayfleld 233 187 Broker, W., Highbank 115 16 Corbett, Mrs. John, Ashburton 285 48 Brown, Andrew, Ashburton ... 25 Cordeux, F. S., Ruapuna 68 77 Brown, J., Mount Somers ... 120 659 Corry, B., Alford Forest 50 60 Brown, James, Netherby, Wakanui 677 828 Coskerie, James, Ashburton 2200 Nil Brown, John, Aehburton 730 192 Coster, E. S., Somerton, Aehburton 845 1000 Brown, Patrick, South Rakaia 123 40 Cowan, J.,Flemington 85 85 Brown, Samuel, Wananui 200 37 Cox, E., Ashburton 45 30 Bruce, Mrs. Murdoch, Seafield 487 338 Cox, S., Lyndhurst 656 286 Brydone and Allan, Rakaia 1800 1120 Cranfield, H. S., Methven • 1050 784 Buckley, Daniel, jun., Highbank, Methven 900 514 Cree, Re\. J, W., Ruapuna 899 716 Buckley, Thomas, Kyle 593 669 Cripps, John, Mayfield 596 599 Bulmer, B., Hinds 386 203 Cronin, Margaret, Rakaia 220 140 Burnard, S. E., Aehburton 40 25 Croskell, Willson, Willowby 298 164 Butler, G., Dorie ... 184 32 CrosBon, James, Ashton ,., 264 179 Butterick, A., Willowby , 300 17 Crow, Mrs, M., Highbank 102 Butterick, David, Wakanui ... 1172 837 Croy, J., Ashton 188 47 Button, R. T., Peel Fore»t 554 864 Croy, W., Ashton 50 50 Bysh, W., Lismore ,,, 283 257 Cullen, Hugh, Bffelton 374 Nil H.—23. 101

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April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Cunningham, P., jun., Chertsey 1076 Nil Giles, William, Ashburton 195 193 Curd, 8., Ashburton 497 Nil Gilham, W., Staveley 6 33 Curtis, Alfred, Flemington 126 Gill, William, Chertsey 931 652 Daily, Mrs. Ellen, Laurieton 983 1512 Gilmour, John,Elgin 120 Nil Dalton, A. M. and A. H., Westerfield 8 15 GKlmour, Robert, Asbton 100 Dalton, T., Wakanui 178 22 Gilpin, Joseph, Highbank, Methven 100 Nil Daly, J., Ashburton 20 15 Good, C, Greenstreet 300 Nil Daly, P., Hinds 290 285 Good, P., Hinds 35 Nil Davey, ffm., Ashburton 80 14 Grealy, P., Winchmore 356 175 Davies, Bwan, Waterton 289 Nil Green, T., Alford Forest 80 94 Davis, C. B., Alington, Ashburton 280 580 Green, W., Winehmore 95 Nil Davison, H. E., Bakaia 383 41 Grey, Mrs. —, Willowby 48 Davieon, W., Willowby 259 165 Greyburn, H., Eiffelton 97 156 Dawson, A., Waterton 1464 1007 Grice, George, Willowby 130 456 Deans, John, Waimarama (Riccarton) 10384 9994 Grieve, Cr., Alford Forest 38 898 Dearden, P. K., Hinds 865 876 Griffiths, Mark, Wheatstone 25 15 Dellow, James, Mayfield 183 143 Grigg, John, Longbeach 24687 22110 Dent, A. J., Lyndhurst 499 494 Gudsell, J., Tinwald 32 70 Dent, Thomas, Lauriston 1248 1185 Gunn Brothers, Methven 878 Nil Deyery, J., Lyndhurst 254 200 Hall, E. J., Mayfield 647 366 Diaeh, G., Springburn 163 160 Hammond Brothers, Chertsey 200 184 Dickie, W. S. and R. A., Eakaia 300 406 Hampton, B., Newlands 460 500 Digby, M. C, Ashburton 393 Nil Hampton, Edward, Seafield 871 395 Digby, Octavius, Ashburton 48 90 Hampton, James, Tinwald 20 30 Digby, T. N., Ashburton 486 300 Hampton, J. M., Tinwald 280 161 Dines, Andrew, Seaview,Seafield 82 69 Hampton, Robert, Seafield 495 286 Dixon, T. A., Tinwald 2129 338 Hampton, W., Lauriston 200 100 Doak, D. J., Wakanui 100 36 Hanks, Blagg, Tinwald 20 Doak, John, Wakanui 200 253 Hanrahan, P., Ashburton 1146 901 Doherty, Charles, Tinwald 20 87 Hanson, C. L., Hinds 289 210 Doherty, J. J.. Highbank, Methven 175 452 Hanson, Peter, Winchmore 142 Doig, Peter, Chertsey 2413 2047 Harding, W., Willowby 594 299 Dolan, Daniel, Kyle 965 692 Hardley, Samuel, sen., Ashburton 863 600 Donald, Mrs. A. J., Chertsey 292 Nil Hardley, W. F., Ashburton 100 Donald, Robert, Highbank 692 557 Hardwick, E., Kyle ... 200 289 Donaldson, H., Waterton 543 264 Hardwick, G. W., Kyle 345 179 Dowling, T., Mt. Soniers 1109 1783 Harper, C. J., Upper Hackthorn, Ashburton 1750 2050 Dowling, T. F., Rakaia 1951 1200 Harris, G , Hinds 25 Nil Downie, John, Chertsey 77 90 Harrison, Edward, Westerfield 300 Doyle, J., Euapuna 785 800 Harrison, H. J., Rakaia 2192 1936 Doyle, W. G., Ruapuna 500 Harrison, James, Clent Hills, Mount Somers 16246 16721 Drisooll, John, Highbank 38 Harrison, John, Ashburton 61 37 Drummond, P., jun., Highbank, Lauriston... 600 Harrison, R., Dorie 587 592 Drummond, P., Laurieton 4741 3050 Harrison, Thomas, Hackthorn, Hinds 2470 1910 Dunbar, Peter, Lake Heron, Mount Somers 4900 5060 Harrison, Thomas, Ashburton 132 125 Duncan, J. and D., Dorie 204 70 Harrison, William, Rakaia 942 654 Dunn, J., Flemington 8 24 Hart, George (Trusteesof), Winchmore, Ohch. 6925 4630 Dwyer, James, Elgin 300 200 Hartnell, Walter (Executors of), Rakaia ... 1176 619 Eaden, 0., Mount Soniers 500 370 Harvey, A., Mount Somers 64 168 Ealham, W., Chertsey 700 380 Haslett, Alexander, South Rakaia 44 50 Ede, Benjamin, Ashburton Forks 218 27 Hawke, T., Lowcliff 527 860 Ellen, V., Staveley' 19 20 Hawkins, Alice, Tinwald ...( 45 96 Ellery, W., Mayfield 153 97 Hawkins, Moses, Tinwald 95 60 Elliott, G-. B., Mount Somers 494 192 Haydock, H. J. B., Mitcham, Oherteey 573 137 Ellis, John, Hinds 81 76 Hayman, Thomas, Willowby 240 54 Elmslie, W. P. 8., Mayfield 956 1023 Henderson, David, Methven 3080 2415 Elmelie, W. T.. Mayfield 80 Henderson, H., Fleminglon 67 500 Emerson, F., Hinds 298 257 Henderson, Watson, Methven 1290 1110 Emerson, John, Hinds 393 296 Hepburn, J., Ashburton 18 Nil Fagan, M., Alford Forest 69 190 Heseltine, James, Ashburton 334 12 Fawcett, W., Alford Foreet 69 176 Hewson, Alexander, Tinwald 648 51 Fechney, D., Ashburlon Forks 316 330 Hickman, T. A., Tinwald 4 Nil Ferguson, Joseph, Staveley 38 32 Hill Brothers, Greenstreet 100 Ferguson, S., Westerfield 200 200 Hill,F. W., Lismore 50 30 Fergus, William, Springburn 425 Hinds, W., South Rakaia 396 234 Fittock, W., Bushside 186 284 Hitchell,W., Springburn ,,. 480 477 Fitzgerald, David, Wakanui 194 173 Hoatten, G. P., Ashburton 35 50 Ford, W. H., Wheatstone 154 92 Holland, Samuel, Flemington 174 30 Frampton, Frederick, Seaview 181 110 Holmes, D. G., Somerton, Rakaia 30C0 1540 Frampton, H., Willowby 257 335 Holmes, D. G., Mt. Harding, Rakaia 7550 9694 Fraser, E., Lyndhurst ... 496 46 Holmes, P. G., Holmeslee, Rakaia 2443 640 Friedlander, M., i.shburton 3464 4144 Holmes, D. G., Jackson's, Rakaia 800 900 Frost, L., Lismoye 150 Holmes, D. G and J.,Viewmount, Metliven 5500 5202 Gale, Charles, Mayfield 340 508 Holmes, J., Methven 12849 11788 Gallagher, J., Mayfield 50 Holmes, John, Newlands, Methven 732 16 Gallagher, W. G., Mayfield 516 183 Holmes, Thomas, Hinds 200 256 Galletly, James, Pendarves 377 281 Hood, John, Mount Somers 1897 2076 Gardiner, J., Eakaia 3168 1482 Hood, Thomas, and Son, Rakaia 1436 1200 Gates, E., Tinwald 797 683 Horsey, Edwin, Willowby • 1429 559 Gerard, W., Double Hill, Christchurch 36500 35869 Houston, R., WinchmoreFarm, Ashburton... 1000 900 Gibson, James, Dromore 20 Houston, W., Waterton 183 163 Gibson Brothers, Wakanui 450 100 Hunt, John, Aehburton 51 78 Giddings, Gt., AshburtonReserve,Tinwald ... 3220 2343 Hurley, Mrs. Johanna, Seafield 697 500 Giles, S., Tinwald 70 47 Hurdley, J. 0.t Springburn 175 102 H.—23.

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No. of Sheep on No. ot Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 3(1. April 30,3' 1897. 1898. 1897. I8H8.1898.

Huston, A. J., Flemington 1413 724 Martin, Henry, Alford Forest 74 120 Hutchison, R. J., Bushside 51 120 Matheson, J., Ashburton 272 Nil Hutt and Fagan, Alford Forest 600 153 Matheson, John, Springburn 1131 524 Hydes, F., Greenstreet 12 Matheson, T., Methven 100 200 Hyland, P. F., Tinwald 27 34 Mawson, T. and J., Ashburton 990 940 Irwin, John, Fairfield, Rakaia 1044 257 Maxwell, E. T., Riverside 296 100 Irwin, W., o/o J. Irwin, Fairfield, S. Rakaia 280 118 MeAlister, Alex., Waterton 52 Nil Jackson, Adam, jEaling 1220 870 McAnulty, Edward, Kyle 35 Jackson, C. M., Chertsey 366 286 McAnulty, Eliza, Kyle 92 Jaine, C, Ruapuna 1000 956 MoArthur, Alexander, Flemington 1024 952 Jaine, W., Longbeach 48 12 MeOafferty, E., Lyndhurst 554 440 Jamieeqn, J., jun., Waterton 300 Nil McCann, John,Weaterfield 275 284 Jameson, William, Wakanui 247 McClean, Gt., Chertsey 189 Nil Jamieson, Mrs. James, Fernside, Ashburton 240 Nil McClimont, John, Mount Somers 886 1080 Jeff, R. B., Tinwald 81 88 MeConochie, J. &., Ashburton 90 Johnston, J., Springburn 28 280 McConnell, Hugh, Lyndhuret 367 Johnston, J.A., Lauriston 1270 690 McCormick, A., Ashburton Eorks 875 254 Johnston, James, Winchmore, Ashburton ... 100 100 McCormick, D., Westerfield 428 Nil Johnston, R., Flemington 98 122 McCorrnick, J.,EifEelton 428 Nil Johnston, T. S., Lauriston 1200 McCoskie, H., Riverside 200 Joli, Ada D., Staveley 100 100 MeCrory, James, Kyle 797 865 Jones, J. and A., Ruapuna 852 856 McDougall, G-. A., Methven 529 783 Jones, P., Newlands 2384 2398 McDowall, John, Ashburton 996 992 Jones, Thomas, Seaview 127 70 McDowell, W. J. S., Hinds 9 36 Jones, T. M., Ashburton 20 14 McEarlane, A., Alford Eorest 4647 4000 Judd, F., Tinwald 92 183 MeGt-regor, Lewis, Springburn 687 593 Keane, Alexander, South Rakaia 21 20 Mellraith, A. D., Barrhill 575 550 Keays, John, Hinds 80 Nil Mcllraith, J. and A., Barrhill 5525 3548 Keeley, G., Seaview 453 133 Mellroy, Samuel, Rangitata 98 92 Kellahan, D., Mayfield 92 92 Melntyre, R., Ashburton Forks 284 13 Kelloek, W. P., Maronan, Hinds 4399 4495 McKay, A., Methven 375 360 Kelman and Co., Loweliff, Hinds 408 McKay, D., Ealing 757 700 Kelly, Thomas, Newland 488 686 McKay, Thomson, Winslow 292 197 Kennedy, H., Elgin 92 75 McKay, William, Tlnwald 50 Kennington, R., "Winslow 251 133 McKeage, J., Hinds 1182 1117 Kermeen, Thomas, Newlands 102 74 McKemlry, I)., Lauriston 1227 1343 Kidd, Alexander, Flemington 389 369 McKendry, Daniel, Lyndhurst 572 540 Kingsbury, H., Kyle 605 498 McKenzie, D., Springburn 10 Nil Kissand, M., Dromore 59 95 McKenzie, D., Alford Forest 945 874 Knight, D. F., Ashburton 5550 6000 McKenzie, D., Hinds 1098 900 Knight, Henry, Alford Forest 31 30 McLauchlan, James, Ruapuna 600 650 Knox, J., Greenstreet 170 50 McLauchlan, W., Waterton 97 200 Lamb, G., Ashburton 660 529 McLean, E., Methven 3737 Lambie, G., Springburn 382 494 McLean, Hamish, Methven 2810 Lambie, J., Kyle 996 1120 McLean, J., Cairnbrae 994 449 Langdon, William, Westerfield, Tinwald ... 656 570 McLean, John, Ashburton 20310 19632 Langley, Thomas, Dromore, Newland 1096 890 McLennan and Syme, Methven 12100 15190 Laseelles, C. H., Lake Heron 11390 McLeod, James, Tinwald 32 Latham, Wallace, Ashburton 85 McLeod, John, Ruapuna, Woodbury 583 443 Leadley, W. G., Wakanui 1121 1108 McMillan, &., Cracroft, Arundel 4898 4560 Leddy, IX, Wakanui 98 Nil McMillan, Jane, Springburn 200 160 Leggett, Joeeph, Ashburton 102 98 McMillan, W. and D., Dorie 1931 724 Lemon, James (Executors of), Lauriston ... 200 McMullen, John,Dromore 104 47 Letham, A., Lauriston 443 1393 McNeill, H., Methven 255 200 Liddle, J. R., Hinds 3 Nil McPhail, John, Rakaia 515 201 Lill, W. T., Wiliowby , 604 184 McPhail, W. A., Rakaia 280 Lloyd, Joseph, Hopton, Newland 1316 742 McQuilkin, J., Willowby 476 395 Lock, C. P., Methven 585 928 McRae, John, Methven 236 Lock, E. A., Methyen 757 649 McRae, Murdoch, Mayfield 182 130 Lockett, H. W., Ashburton 228 233 McRae, T. E., Staveley 570 580 Lockhead, William, Dorie 449 297 McRoban, James, Winslow 160 70 Lorgelly, J., Arundel 270 194 Meynell, R., Hinds 7 15 Lovett, E., Winslow 152 200 Middleton, Jas., Methven 129 692 Low, G., Lismore 778 799 Middletot, W.. Methven 100 85 Lukies, J., Chertsey 299 25 Miller, D., Hinds 20 Lunt, E., Seafield 200 Nil Miller, M., Ashburton 90 30 Luscombe, R. B., Eiffelton 779 304 Miller, Robert, Winchmore, Ashburton 375 150 Lylian, Walter, Staveley 12 Miller, S., Mayfield 128 150 Lynch, Daniel. Dromore 100 12 Miller, T., Mount Somers 50 100 Lyne, R. B., Methven 2300 2790 Miller, William, Lismore 107 Nil Lysaght, P., Ashburton 373 198 Milne, James, Mt. Somers 36 32 Lyttleton.W. M.(Trustees of),Rokeby, Rakaia 4112 742 Milner, H., Flemington 126 88 Mably, G. B., Mayfield 387 255 Milton, F. J.,Lauriston 1998 2944 Mably, W., Ealing 297 283 Mitchell, T., Lyndhurst 398 398 Maginness, W. H., Lyndhurst 894 869 Moore and Clucas, Seafield 2005 1352 Magecn A. J., South Rakaia 203 100 Moore, J, A., Hinds 110 142 Magson, Robert, Wellburn,Rakaia 494 376 Moorhead, J., Ashburton 174 30 Mahoney, Michael, Ashburton 200 200 Moran, Michael, Highbank 187 Maidens, A. T., Lauriston 488 245 Morgan, William, Methven 750 525 Maidens, R. C, Ashburton 293 68 Morrisby, W. S., Ashburton 25 Malet, L. de C, Clearwell, Lismore 1519 2078 Morland, Thomas, Rakaia 1222 662 Manson, William, Winslow 422 34 Morrow, David, Mayfield 12617 12541 Margetts, D., Newlands 46 53 Morrow, William, Dorie 2098 2490 Marr, John, Methven 2191 2218 Moses, William, Waterton 35 H.—23. 103

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Moubray, H., Springburn 130 142 Riddicliff, Richard, Lismore 393" Muckle, Hugh, Dorie 676 491 Ritchie, Mary H., Arundel 248 182 Muir, H., Waterton 44 Nil Roberts, E. W., Ashburton 270 Nil Muirhead, Hugh, Alford Forest 154 157 Robertson, 0. F., Mayfield 130 Nil Muirhead, J. H., Alford Station, Ashburton 580 610 Robertson, G., Winchmore 400 95 Mulligan, R., Kyle 2200 1016 Robertson, John, Lowcliffe 300 300 Mullins, S. J., Ashburton, Palmerston North 540 Robinson, H. W., Ashburton 63 53 Murdoch, Q-eorge, Lauriston 3300 2620 Robinson, Jos.,Tinwald 32 20 Murison, John, Mayfield 388 444 Rolls, Sydney, Methven 41 30 Murray-Aynsley, Bros., Mt. Hutt, Methven 9658 1405 Rooney, M., Winchmore 200 176 Murphy, D., South Rakaia 173 Nil Rose, W., Ashburton 50 20 Murphy, Mrs. C, Dorie 9 66 Ross, D., Lauriston 483 363 Murphy, Patrick, Chertsey 55 Nil Ross, S., Rakaia 250 187 Musgrave, V. F., Lake Heron, Mount Somers 12085 Nil Ruddenklau, J. &., Ealing, Christchurch ... 1122 1212 National Bank of New Zealand, Mayfield ... 6765 4160 Rule, W. H., Chertsey 1600 1955 Nee, Thomas, Cairnbrae 476 420 Rule, W. H., Ashburton 1975 1905 Neil, Thomas, Staveley 406 Nil Rundle, E. H., Ashburton 290 Nil Nevin, Margaret, Highbank, Lyndhurst 300 Nil Rutherford, J., Willowbank, Springburn 552 500 Nicholas, A., Rakaia 208 105 Rutherford, Jamee, Mayfield 48 53 Nolan, T;, Alford Forest 25 28 Rutherford, W., Spreadeagle, Ashburton 600 300 N. M. & A. Co. of N.Z., Lim., Shepherd's 5583 4883 Forks Bush, Ruapuna Ryan, S., Spreadeagle, Ashburton Forks 288 Nil N.Z. Alford Est. Co., Alford, Ashburton ... 9130 12465 Sargent, Isaac, Ashburton 1400 721 N.Z. <& A.L. Co., Acton, Rakaia 9708 6962 Sargisson, Mrs., Eiffelton 165 100 N.Z. L. & M.A. Co., Buecleugh, Mt. Somers 5720 6815 Saunders, F. A., Mayfield 4 N.Z. L. & M. A. Co., Hakatere, Mt. Somers 17000 19967 Scarlett, G., Chertsey 240 153 N.Z. L. & M. A. Co., Mt. Possession 21339 21029 Schmidt, Christian, Barrhill 95 N.Z. Trust and Loan Company, Winslow ... 2971 2998 Scott, Samuel, Springburn 470 570 Oakley, Robert, Orerdale 662 396 Sealey, J., Ashburton 600 800 Oakley, W., Overdale 295 250 Sealey, Thomas, Ashburton 1122 1110 O'Connor, C., Anama 250 Sewell, T>. O., Ruapuna 178 297 O'Connor, D., Hinds 52 Sewell, G. H., Mayfleld 594 697 O'Grrady, John, Winchmore 196 134 Sewell, S., Ruapuna 189 688 O'Grady, W., Winchmore 630 199 Shanks, A., Rakaia 164 Nil O'Hara, D., Hinds 321 301 Shannon, W. and J.,Rakaia 41 Nil O'Keefe, Michael, Tinwald 244 54 Sharplin and Co., Staveley 16 Oliver, Donald, Westerfield 731 757 Shaw, J. W., Ealing 760 708 Orr, Alexander, Methven 3434 2810 Shearer, John, Ashton 406 199 Orr, John, Ashburton 3942 2340 Sheeha,n, B., Arundel 396 188 Osborn, John,Willowby 197 93 Sheehan, P., Flemington 97 Nil Osborne, H., Willowby 239 10 Silcock, W. J., Ashburton 141 25 Otago and Southland Invest. Co., Tinwald ... 1528 1498 Sim, A., Ashburton 444 358 O'Shea, J., Spreadeagle 197 220 Sim, R. S., Ashburton 445 359 O'Sullivan, C, Lanriston 300 500 Sinclair, Henry, Seaview 98 95 Palmer, William, Rakaia 16 Small, John, Tinwald 1272 914 Parkerson, R. K., Ealing (Temuka) 1459 1475 Smith, Alfred, Lismore 150 Paterson, James, Lismore 193 193 Smith, E. J., Ruapuna 264 663 Paterson, J. D., Lismore 100 150 Smith, G. T., Dorie 136 78 Paterson, R., Ashburton 70 60 Smith, H., Ashburton 450 700 Payne, J. S., Mayfield 398 394 Smith, H. T., Mount Somers 70 70 Peache, A. E., Mount Somers 10000 10000 Smith, James, Ashburton 143 69 Pearce, Charles, Newlands 386 92 Smith, J. M., Flemington 689 574 Pearce, W., Chertsey 262 187 Smith, John, Ashburton 348 Nil Pearce, W. A., Lauriston 1189 773 Smith, Joseph, Seafield Road,-Ashburton ... 182 Nil Penny, Mary Ann, Alford Forest 26 21 Smith, W., Westerfleld 51 62 Peter, W. S. (Exors. of), Anama, Ashburton 22761 23824 Smith, W. T., Staveley 2640 2245 Pithie, Thomas, Arundel 50 75 Soal, F. Waterton 82 80 Pitman, H. H., Christchurch 538 Nil Somerville, A. F., The Terraces, Methyen ... 3557 2882 Pocock, H. V. W., Ashburton 170 30 Somerville, A. F., Westerfield 2601 2350 Pocock, Q-eorge, Ashburton 280 16 Spencer, M., Ashburton 445 360 Power, W., Methven 1194 1156 Spensley, James, Mayfield 785 720 Prebble, William, jun., Wheatstone 394 16 Sprott Bros., Chertsey 1635 1080 Preston, B. H., Ashburton 481 255 Sprott, S., Kyle 202 203 Price, J., Mount Somers 98 99 Stalker, John,Tinwald 22 41 Pritcnard, Thomas, Barrhill 100 Staunton, T., Hinds 390 395 Protheroe, Alexander, Elgin 13 10 Stead, Gγ. G-., Christchurch 3724 3206 Quaid, Charles, Highbank, Methven 363 Steele, A. W., Methven 412 557 Quigley, James, Dromore 800 598 Stevens, W., Ashton 123 Nil Quinn, Patrick, Methven 35 Stevenson, John, Springburn 200 200 Rainey, H., Winslow 350 173 Stewart, John, Methven 305 Raymond, Gγ. P., Tinwald 89 36 Stewart, Peter, Seaview,Wakanui 395 325 Reaney, T. J., Mayfield 197 98 Stewart, W., Dorie 193 164 Reid, C, Ashburton 395 224 Stitt, M., Ashbuiton 659 416 Restell, Annie J., Ashburton 78 Nil Stockdale, George, Spreadeagle 152 144 Revel, T., Ashburton 25 Stockdale, William, Barrhill 150 Rliodes' Estate, Chatmas, Winslow 6452 4535 Stoddart, W. J., Willowby 200 Rhodes' Estate, Lowcliffs, Hinds 9378 7445 Stokes, C, Greenstreet 85 Rich, M. Gc., Longbeach 1507 574 Stone, T., Greenstreet 210 196 Richards, A. V., Highbank 192 Storrier and Sons, Ealing 100 Nil Richards, E., Rakaia 1598 1180 Stott, David, Ashburton 2452 Nil Richards, Sarah, Highbank, Methyen 489 Nil Strachan, A., Highbank 150 Eichards, Thomas, Rakaia 1533 495 Straehan, John, Rakaia 204 95 Richardson, Thomas, Seafield 130 20 Strachan, W., Highbank, Methven 556 Nil Rickards, F. T., Riverside 409 378 Strachan, W., Rakaia 303 300 104 H.—23.

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Straohey, Alexr., Barford, Lismore 4577 3753 GERALDINE COUNTY Strange, William, Tinwald (Christchureh) ... 5321 4102 (In Timaru Subdivision). Stringfellow, James, Chertsey 1679 770 Abbot, A. H., Kingsdown 886 78 StringfeU;ow, William, Chertsey 98 99 Ackroyd, J. E., Tetnuka 412 208 Studholrae, John, Coldstream, Hinds 20545 16128 Ackroyd, William, Temuka 564 590 Sturgeon, Joseph, Greenstreet 17 17 Acland, J. B. A., Mount Peel, Peel Forest... 43019 42464 Sutherland, W., Winslow 440 258- Acton, Edward, Care Farm, Pleasant Point 540 866 Sutton, W., Ashburton 497 22 Acton, Edward, Fordlands, Pleasant Point... 925 711 Swaine, W., Dorie 244 150 Airay, J-, Orton 1789 1942 Syme, David, Springburn 187 192 Aitken, A. and E., Pleasant Point 94 40 William, Dromore 185 Aitken, Ellen, Pleasant Point 92 84 Sy'me, Winchester 970 998 Tait, John, Seafield 20 Ailkin, John, Smitlifield, Tarbotton, R., Ealing 1259 868 Allan, Andrew, Gleniti 51 5 Taylor, Kdwavd, Ruapuna 1572 25R8 Allan, A. R., GUeniti, Timaru 67 Taylor, B., Rakaia 33 12 Allan, John, Q-eraldine 1196 Nil Taylor, Thomas, Ashton 457 301 Allan, William, Claremont 182 Teppett, D., Tinwald 150 Nil Andei'son, B., Pleasant Point 143 143 David, Ashburton 600 Nil Andrews, W. N., Pleasant Point 23 25 Thomas, 50 Thomas, Edwin, Rowston, Wakanui 203 186 Angland, Dan, Milford, Temuka 175 Thomas, S., Wakanui 50 125 Anstey, J., Beaconsfield 534 24 Thomas, W., Methven 110 587 Archibald, A. E., Hiltou 76 51 Thompson, Isaac, Wakanui 327 176 Armstrong, J., Pleasant Point 190 160 Thomson, <3\, Lyndhuret 60 55 Armstrong, M., Claremont 274 231 Threlkeld, P. 0., Lyndhurst 1180 1515 Arras, G-eorge, Wuitohi Flat 110 74 Tilson, G-., Ealing 458 700 Ashby, William, Spring, Geraldine 40 365 Timms, T., Ashton 154 120 Ashwell, J., Temuka 1125 1462 Todd,'George, Seafield 150 100 :Austin, James, Winchester 3135 2485 Todhunter, 0. and B., Ashburton 4380 3156 Babihgton, G-., Pleasant Point 179 189 83 30 Toner, J., Mayfield 96 96 Bailey, Colonel C. S., Timaru Trethaway, J., Mayfield 757 972 Bain, Peter, Clandeboye 45 Tretliaway, William, Ruapuna 140 Balfour, James (Exrs. of), Pleasant Point ... 1952 1821 Treverza, Thomas, Wakanui 70 61 Balfour, Robert, Seadown 110 Nil Trevor, Dr. J. E., Barnswood, Ash'burton ... 120 Nil Balsoin, R. H., Geraldine 27 Nil Tully, R.. Rakaia 90 75 Bank N.Z. Estates Co., Arowhenua and 3620 3731 Turton, W- R.> Mount Somers 686 423 Riverslea Tweedy, J., Mayfield 283 355 Barber, G-., Woodbury 236 107 Twentyman, G. L., Mayfield 759 1158 Barclay, John, Timaru 200 280 Ullyet't, William, Methven ... 1092 839 Barker, A. L., Winchester 1447 818 Upton, T. E., Ashburton 1407 1143 Barker, F. H., Orari 1430 690 Vaughan, G., Methven 327 228 Barker, J. M., Geraldine 4850 4840 Vincent, H. W., Mount Somers 300 198 Barker, W. E., Rangitata 137 187 Vucetich, George, Chertsey 593 386 Barney, George, Waitohi Flat 310 25 Wallace, James, Lauriston 1280 1010 Barron, G., Cave 150 200 Wason, J. C, Corwar, Rakaia 8000 6120 Barry, Mary, Seadown 173 371 Watkins, Edwin, Lyndhurst 336 199 Bartrum, B~ P., Creek Station, Geraldine ... 287 265 Watson, John,Kyle » 578 280 Bates,A. H, Geraldine 50 Nil Watson, J. W., Kyle 471 390 Bales, Thomas, Orari 223 303 Webber, J., Staveley 5G 147 Batty, G., Orari 30 30 West, Christopher, Methven 194 183 Baxter Brothers, Waitohi Flat 400 390 Weston, A., Waterton , ... 58 60 Beattie, W. J., Hilton 187 138 Wheeler, J.,Wiilowby 245 166 Beatty, W. B., Winchester 83 White, Leonard,Rakaia 5940 4577 Bedford, W. C, Upper Waitohi 203 White, Thomas, Flemington 200 200 Bee, Samuel, Timaru 400 256 Whitelaw, John, Mayfield, Christchureh 587 632 Beedell, William, Pleasant Point 895 200 Whiting, H. J., Winslow 102 64 Behrens, J., Orari 50 57 Widdowson, W., Lauriston 1298 706 Bell, Edward, Timaru 5 329 Wiggins, Edwin, Newlands 210 Nil Bell, Mrs. Sarah, Springfield, Winchester ... 738 1199 Wilcocks, William, Ashburton 219- 331 Benbow, William, Temuka 419 231 Wilkinson, T. W., Chertsey 2518 1250 Bennett, R., Orari 40 31 Williams, John, Glynn. Pendarves 995 798 Bennett, W., Pleasant Valley 345 333 Williams, John, Wiilowby 354 53 Besley, C. H., Beaconslield 102 200 Williams, L., Mayfield 192 183 Biadee, C, Temuka 295 393 Williamson, Donald, Ashburton 1089 350 Bishop, James, Pleasant Point 299 122 Wills, W., Lowcliffe 550 286 Bisset, Alexander, Temuka 498 Arthur, Winslow 100 90 ,Bissett, R. H., Orari 900 460 Wilson, Wilson, David, Lauriston 1214 Nil Blackler, C, Totara Valley, Pleasant Point... 694. 400 Wilson, James, Dromore, Aehburton 1276 1132 Blackler, J. G., Pleasant Point ■ 797 686 Wilson, James, Riverside 650 350 Blackler, Owen, Pleasant Point 826 87 Wilson, Rev. J. (Executors of), Valetta 7215 8008 Blackler, S. W., Pleasant Point 500 Nil Wilson, Meredith, Wakanui 1668 828 Blackmore, A. J., Gapes Valley 100 100 Wilson, Thomas, Seaview 195 150 Blair, T., Peel Forest 2020 2630 Wilson, W., Ashton 61 71 Blue, Dougall, Totara, Pleasant Point 1262 1200 Wilson, W. T., Winchmore 97 74 Body, Edwin W., Temuka 86 Nil Withell,: John, Hinds 1781 3386 Boland, C, Orari 240 250. Woolley, T.. Hinds 92 85 Borrell, George, Arundel 176 Wright, E. G., Windermere, Winslow 2921 1789 Borrell, W., Gapes' Valley 182 180 Wright, E. G., Gawler Downs, Winslow 13843 13361 Borrie, James, Orton 514 172 Wright, P. R., Rakaia 1287 1020 Botherway, A. and W., Pleasant Point 680 233 I Wright, W., Methren 190 160 Botherway, C, Pleasant Point 20 Nil Young, W-, Seaview 395 284 Botherway, G., Pleasant Point 100 Nil : Young, William, Highbank 116 114 Botherway, G., jun., Geraldine 1009 6840 Boyd, W., Clandeboye 5 1832,621 727,469 Bracefield, N. P., Pleasant Point 244 197 Brenton, J., Belfield ■ ■ ... 160 116 > 15—H. 23. H.—2B. 105 CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep oa April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Bristol, S., Kingsdown 101 199 Coulter, Henry, EangitaU 200 300 Brodie, J.R., Rangitata 724 1037 Cragio, J., Kingsdown 727 631 Bi-ogden, WilHam, Temuka 707 646 Crawford, Wu, Waitohi Hat 183 64 Brookland, R., Kingsdown 622 805 Creemer, G. W., Timaru 26 26 Brophy, Kyran, Pleasant Valley 919 503 Cripps, John,Winchester 91 90 Brosnahan, C, Eangitira Valley 100 100 Crombie, J., Kingsdown 328 252 Brosnahan, John, Temuka 500 498 Cromie, Alexander, Beaconsfield 175 Brosnahan, J. H., Kerrytown 20 20 Cross, G., Orari 679 154 Brosnahan, P., Kerry Town 41 81 Crow, J., Hilton 1116 160 Brosnahan, T., Washdyke 100 Nil Crowe, C, Q-eraldine 190 187 Brosnahan, T. J., Adair 15 20 Cunningham, D., Waitohi Flat 74 190 Brosnan, T., Kerrytown 300 293 Cunningham, W., Pleasant Point 1590 2698 Brown, Alexander, Orari 130 129 Daley, M., 9-eraldine 84 89 Brown, Andrew, Geraldine 350 300 Davey, John, Bangatira Valley 18 19 Brown, Francis, Orton 548 398 Davie, E., Washdyke 99 Nil Brown, H. F., Woodbury 666 94 Davison, J. E., Kingsdown 160 190 Brown, John, Beach Farm, Temuka 1341 968 Dawe, Bichard, Waehdyke 185 266 Brown, J. T., Temuka 395 264 Day, E. and D., Pleasant Point 396 381 Brown, W., Orari 172 87 Day, J., Temuka 395 280 Bryan, J., Rangitata 520 500 Dennistown, J. G. and Co., Peel Forest 9741 9428 Bryan, J., Arundel 12 26 DeBenzy, W., Hummington, Winchester ... 1998 1698 Buck, Joseph, Rangitata Island 658 447 Dillon, T. F., Scarborough, Timaru 10 Buckley, Ellen, Pleasant Valley 95 Dinnicombe, John, Kingsdown 370 180 Buckley, J., Hilleide, Hilton 148 150 Dinnie, Alexander, Moa Flat, Cave 252 359 Buckridge, H., Sutherlands 1299 1039 Divan, John, Washdyke 453 350 Budd, William, Winchester 422 410 Dixon Brothers, Eaincliff 3195 3000 Burborough, Thomas, Gapes Valley 164 100 Donkin, F. W., Woodbury 1069 700 Burke, Edmund, Geraldine 611 395 Donnithorne, J., Winchester 396 580 Burke, M., Temuka 49 43 Donnithorne, William, Winchester 153 62 Burke, P., Orari 169 99 Dorward, T., Eangitata 544 759 Butler, George, Pleasant Point 200 53 Downes, John, Cave 67 100 Button, R. T., Rangitata 2427 1998 Driscoll, Matthew, Pleasant Point 500 270 Buxton, S., Peasant Point 1050 1012 Dunnett, James, Temuka 218 193 Cadwallader, T. C, Orton 300 100 Dwyer, D., Temuka 353 Nil Cain, Samuel, Seadown 179 219 Dynes, E., Timaru 107 102 Caird, D., Timaru 900 500 Earl, Job, Geraldine 640 553 Caldwell, A., Otipua 170 56 Earl, W., Geraldine 1100 222 Cameron, Charles, Geraldine 35 7 Edgar, Adam, Eangitata 390 230 Cameron, K., Winchester 31 62 Edgar, Eobert, Temuka 243 138 Campbell, A. W. S., Geraldine 20 53 Edmiston, W. F., Gleniti 300 Nil Campbell, James, Carrick Farm, Timaru ... 1053 975 Ellery, S., Belfield 153 130 Campbell, John, Fairfield, Pareora 1000 770 Elliott, William, Sutherlands 40 30 Campbell, John, Knock, Woodbury 1500 2000 Ellis, J. J., Orari 200 259 Campbell, Robert, Seadown 36 19 Elms, J. K., Fairview 56 Nil Cargo, S., Temuka 153 83 Ensor, A. W., (Jrari 50 Carter, D. T., Pleasant Point 1395 1380 Eslor, Jas., Pleasant Point 100 Nil Cartwright, Edward, Pleasant Point 140 Nil Evans, Ed., Arundel 50 Nil Cartwright, R., Pleasant Point 268 116 Evans, J. W., Woodbury 90 126 Casey, Gerald, Claremont 100 100 Evans, W., Timaru 295 Nil Casey, P., Geraldine 47 5 Farley, Eev. Thomas, Temuka 291 383 Casey, Richard, Pareora 23 Feilden, G. N., Dulas, Temuka 83 66 Chalmers, A., IJangitata 168 142 Ferguson, D. A., Woodbury 55 35 Chamberlain, W. T., Happy Home, Pareora 283 Ferguson, J., Woodbury 163 130 Chapman, Ewan, Waitohi Flat 907 417 Fielding, Frederick, Pleasant Point 219 47 Charles, John,Rangitata 60 98 Fifleld, John, Geraldine 118 187 Chisholm, William, Sutherlands 71 Findlay, John, Seadown 895 498 Chiyers, Charles, Otipua 65 217 Finn, A., Pleasant Valley 100 100 Christehurch Meat Company, Timaru 844 Finn, James, Geraldine 325 305 Christmas, James, Temuka 61 Fitzgerald, John,Temuka 793 295 Clark, A. M. (Exors. of), Arowhenua and 1511 Nil Fitzgerald, Maria, Orari 500 Riverslea, Clandeboye Fitzgerald, Mrs. William, Dirrah, Temuka ... 163 128 Clark, G. H., Kakahu School 272 216 Fitzpatrick, W., Geraldine 175 358 Clarke, W. H., Washdyke 3 4 Flatman, F. B., Woodbury 1696 1693 Cleland, Andrew, Sutherlands 3025 2729 Foley, Daniel, Level's Plain, Kerrytown 42 Clephane, R., Gapes Valley 270 182 Ford, John, Cave 100 92 Pleasant Point Cliff, Mrs. M. V., Winchester 85 s Nil Forsyth, Andrew, 346 109 Cochrane, B. F. G., Hilton 945 595 Foster, E. A., Hilton 803 700 Coll, James, Waitohi 171 98 Fowler, Thomas, Claremont 142 282 Coll, Patrick, Waitohi 72 114 Fraser, J., Temuka 384 285 Collett, H., Pleasant Point 335 500 Frazer, J. and P., Pleasant Point 1205 1195 Collie, J.,Winchester 195 17 Friel, P., Hilton 200 196 Collier, George, Gleniti 203 100 Gaffaney, Michael, Temuka 380 223 Colonial Real Property Co., Sherwood, Fairlie 24650 26000 Gairdner, E. M., Tβ Moana, Geraldine 2408 Cone, Frederick, Waitohi Flat 91 99 Galbraith, Samuel, Waitohi Flat 163 139 Connell, John, Waitohi Flat 244 288 Gale, G., Pleasant Valley 208 483 Connell, P., Seadown 71 169 Gallen, William, Fairlie 916 Connolly, Jeremiah, Geraldin* 686 989 Gammie, James, Cave 180 213 Connolly, Martin, Temuka 267 240 Gardiner, Mrs. Elizabeth, Claremont 186 124 Conolly, Thomas, Winchester 440 Nil Gardner, J. H., Saltwater Creek 64 16 Cook, John, Pleasant Point 102 30 Garforth, Samuel, Hilton 963 972 Cook, M.> Woodbury 53 199 Garrick Brothers, Pleasant Point 416 Cooling, G. H., Geraldine 17 18 Garrick and Cowlishaw, TheBrothers, Albury 6162 5750 Cormack, A., Woodbury 293 433 Geaney, Mary, Orari 183 993 Coughlan, S., Kerrytown 162 122 Gibson, Andrew, Temuka 22 41 106 H.—23 CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. No. of SI teep on No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April 30, April30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 181)8.

160 165 Gibson, John, Claremont 100 72 Jefferiee, 0-., Rangitata 60 60 Jenkins, G. C, Peel Forest 10 8 Gilchrist, W., Timaru 2386 1416 Orton 699 461 Jessep, 0., Woodbury Gilliatt, G., Te Moana 183 372 Gilliatt, J. R., Seadown, Temuka 383 299 Jobberns, J., 301 23 Jones, A., Geraldine 20 Nil Gillies, B., Waitohi 95 158 C. Orari 446 272 Jones, J. D., Winchester Gimeon, W., Pleasant Point 25 Nil Gladstone, H. J., Winchester 790 700 Jones, John, 12 Jones, T., Kangitata 223 169 GlanTille, W., Woodbury 88 J., Pleasant Point 194 143 Jones, W. B., Hilton Goldie, Pleasant Point 20 41 Goodeve, H. R., Temuka 20 Nil Kane, James, Kee, C, Pleasant Point 25 Nil Goodwin, E. M., Timaru 98 D. 95 196 Kelland, Edwin, North Down, Timaru 652 676 Gould, G. J,,Pleaeant Point 2323 Gould, Jane, Waterfalls, Pleasant Point 4f>5 474 Eelland, J., sen., Temuka 2804 75 100 Kelland, Miss E. A., Temuka 400 433 Gould, W., Woodbury 1544 1654 Archibald, Timaru 25 290 Kelland, R., Kelland Barton, Timaru Graham, Geraldine 97 72 Graham, Charles, Clandeboye 399 Kelleher, T., Kelman Geraldine 484 285 S. E., Kakahu 94 Bros, Graham, Kelman and Geraldine 1018 586 Grainger, Henry, Rangitata Island 1293 889 Co., Temuka 2027 1825 Kelman, J., Seadown 300 285 Grant, A. (Executors of), Raincliff, 200 Donald, Ashwick Flat 1040 Kempster, Michael, Woodbury 17 Grant, 12 Nil Grant, Donald, Temuka 31 23 Kennedy, M., Winchester 320 240 Kerr, E. G., Timaru 295 587 Grant, Lewis, Washdyke 1008 895 W., Timaru 3005 1231 Kerslake, R., Pleasant Point Grant, Elloughton Grange, 1615 Nil Greenall, J., Geraldine 173 250 Kidd, H., Albury 1371 400 King, James, Timaru 1227 1180 Greenaway, Isaac, Temuka 655 Pleasant Valley 204 3s4 King, Thomas, Kingsdown, Timaru Nil Gregan, James, King, Washdyke 168 9 Greig, John, Pleasant Point 190 285 W., 295 200 Kinnahan, T., Levels Valley, Pleasant Point 73 16 Griffiths, Ephraim, Hilton 54 122 Otipua 181 160 Langridge, J., Temuka Grigg, R., Geraldine 61 66 Groundwater, Thomas, Woodbury 275 194 Lawler, M., South 100 89 Gudex, Christian, Claremont 742 800 Lawrenson, James, Rangitata C, Hilton 32 66 Gudex, Michael, Pleasant Point 556 495 Leary, 20 20 Leary, Daniel, Hilton 40 50 Gudsell, T., Adair Hilton 25 30 Guerin, Michael, Hilton 597 69H Leary, J., 4889 3727 Lee, Joseph, Temuka 40 32 Guild, James, Temuka 25 Nil Guilford, W., Pleasant Valley 100 276 Leonard, Thomas, Kerrytown 244 Nil Lewis, C, Arundel 5 44 Haar, Conrad, Rangitata Island 61 60 Lewis, D. E., Geraldine 294 384 Hall, F., Sutherlands 1007 321 Hally, D., Temuka 340 484 Lewis, Joseph, Blannant, Winchester 29671 31614. Ley, Thomas, Pleasant Point 192 279 Hamilton, H., Clayton, Fairlie Creek 72 50 Hammond, A., Timaru l≥2 80 Longuey, N., Winchester 198 Lorgelly, Eugene, Peel Forest 120 225 Hammond, Christopher, Hilton 335 Robert, Geraldine 262 34 Love, John, Gapes Valley 200 Hammond, Te Moana 1484 1475 Hampton, John, Kingsdown 10 Lynn, W., 14 145 Lyon, W., Temuka 135 Nil Haskins, F. A., Timaru 292 303 Geraldine 355 153 Lysaght, Andrew, Pleasant Valley Hawke, William, Temuka 1418 786 James, Timaru 1634 1249 Macaully Brothers, Hay, Macdonald, Orari 2835 2043 Hay, J. S., Beaconsfield 506 400 A. (Executors of), 2481 1399 Macdonald, Allan (Trustees of),Woodhury... 2615 Nil Hay, R., Gleniti 9119 Hay, William, Pleasant Point 5172 3186 Macdonald, W. K. (Executors of late), Orari 7982 Rangitata Island 2274 2110 Macdonald, W. K., Geraldine 1082 714 Hearn, H., Matohiwi Point 589 and Temuka 300 Nil Macdonald, D., Hedges Daly, J. 784 Hedley and Dunnett, Temuka 353 400 Macdouald, W., Woodlands, Woodbury... 30 28 Macfarlane, Dugald, Mount Peel 40 Helem, George, Geraldine 1836 1065 Geraldine 54 46 Macf'arlane, N. H., Winchester Helem, W. S., Fairview Nil Mrs. John, Pleasant Point 91 88 Mack, W., 200 Henchan, Gilfoot, Timaru 3000 2600 Henderson, J.,Kakahu School 134 110 Mackay, R., Trentham, 198 152 Mackay, W. O., Rangatira Valley 489 486 Heney, W.and J.,Peel Forest 122 James, Waitohi 559 995 Mackenzie, Edwin, Temuka 157 Heron, 1597 Mailer, James, Bush 147 147 Hervey, William, Fairlie 1850 Kakahu Valley 102 97 Major, W., Fairlie 1500 Nil Hesketh, H., Gapes Markham, Thomas, Geraldine 200 105 Hewson, C, Geraldine 127 132 W., Geraldine 323 223 Marsh, G. D., Claremont 2167 1574 Hewson, 256 Temuka 371 380 Hide, William, Winchester 297 Marshall, James, 743 596 Marshall, R. T., Temuka 194 65 Hitch, J., Raincliffe, Timaru 16 and Raincliffe, Timaru 25862 24953 Masline, W. S., Gapes Valley ... 444 Hoare, A. C, W., Orari 141 131 Hoare, Richard, Kerrytown • ... 50 80 Mason, Temuka 303 295 Mathews and Trezise, Temuka 862 259 Hoiwell, John, 323 Nil Holwell, Joseph, Temuka 227 177 Mathews, H. P., Sutherland's 264 144 Mathews, J. Sutherlands, Pleasant Point ... 40 90 Holwell, William, Temuka 100 100 W., 15 Matthews, F. O., Pleasant Point Hopkinson, Temuka Flat 240 Horseman, C, Waitohi 300 Matthews, Orlando, Waitohi Tβ Moana 96 66 Matthews, Robert, Sutherland's ... 80 65 Howden, E., Kakahu School 180 Howe, W. M., Timaru 15 15 Maxwell, A., 184 113 171 Maxwell, D. Cave 285 283 Howes, W., Te Moana 204 Spring, Geraldine 161 125 Maze, Michael, Pleasant Point Huffey, John, Pleasant Point 2225 1835 Hullen, J. M., Waitohi Flat 346 331 McBeatb, John, 269 271 McCabe, M., Waitohi 283 255 Hullen, John, Waitohi Flat 118 155 Seadown, Temuka 1020 1000 McCallum, O. P., Temuka Humphrey, A., Temuka 342 306 James,Fairview, Levels 130 190 McCallum, R. J., Hunter, 184 McCallum, William, Temuka 22 Hunt, J. J., Hilton 284 288 Inwood Brothers, Upper Waitohi 191 McCarthy, P., Rangitata Geraldine • 665 390 McClelland, A., Rangitata 271 190 Irvine, Adam, ,,. 300 Irvine, W. S., Geraldine 510 300 McClelland, if., Rangitat* 293 H.—23. 107

CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Siiheep on April 30, April 30, April30, April 30, 1887. 1898. : 1897. 18P8.

McClintock, Andrew, Woodbury ,..-...'. ... , 293 297 : O'Connell, Patrick, Totara Valley ... 400 400: McColl, Hugh, Geraldine 53,1 595 O'Connor, Eugene, G-eraldine ... 197 183; McCormick, L., Upper Waitohi Plat : 564 384 O'Connor, James, Seadown ,.,,.■ 380; McCort, Thomas, Pleasant Point 80 80 O'Connor, Michael, Adair 39 15 McCullough, George, Temuka .340 102 Oldfield, F. R., Temuka 1247 1955 McCullough, Samuel, Seadown 270 175 Oldfield, Henry, Temuka 326 220 McCully, H., Clandeboye 1268 850 O'Keefe, Michael, Washdyke 41 McCully, S., Temuka 670 " 685 Oliver, James, Pleasant Point 192 77 MoCully, W., Clandeboye 692 595 O'Neill, A., Geraldine 225 483 McDonald, A. S., Geraldine 53 33 O'Neill, E. ¥., Eangitata Valley 46 25 McGertlaiid, John, Claremont 192, 296 O'Neil, P., Care 50 Nil McGillicuddy, T., Orari Bridge, Geraldine.., 51 22 O'Neill, E., Geraldine 193 415 McGregor, F., Pleasant Point 100 Nil Opie and Son, Winchester 19 McGuckin, W. J., Gleniti 30 Orbeli, C. N., Timaru 1891 1592 McIIroy, Annie L., Timaru 16 Nil Orbell, G. P., Washdyke 184 Mcllroy, S., Geraldine 92 Orbell, M. C, Geraldine -2399 1287 McKay, D., Cave 262 196 Orbell, Mrs. A. B., Hilton 24!4 1684 McKenzie, A., Riverford, Geraldine 1000 1112 Orbell, R. H., Geraldine 300 123 McKenzie, K., Geraldine 48,0 240 Orr, James, and Co., Waitohi Flat 318 393 McKenzie, Simon, Timaru 3356 410 Otago & Southland Invest. Co., Rockwood, 5329 8528 McKibben, W., Pleasant Point 84 Nil Timaru McKinnon, Donald, Temuka 254 344 Otago & Southland Invest. Co., Cora Lynn, 943 1191 McLaren, I)., Otipua 966 930 Timaru McLean, Alexander, Geraldine 496 326 Oxley, R., Orari 1298 Nil McLean, H., Pleasant Point 30 20 Palmer, G.; Orari 99 90 McLeod, A., Kakaliu School 96 Nil Palmer, Thomas, Cadeby Farm, Temuka ... 590 295 McLeod, D., Geraldine 828 495 Palmer, William, Geraldine 365 490 McLeod, D., Temuka . 740 282 Parham, F., Arundel 181 191 McLeod, James, Sutherland's 400 250 Parke, Thomas, The Beach, Temuka 1024 92 McLeod, M., Geraldine 881 Nil Parry, Rupert, Kingsdown, Timaru 695 431 McMaster, A. J., Seadown 187 949 Parry, William, Timaru 291 202 McMillan, G\, Mesopotamia, Ashburton 20765 21743 Paterson, James, Winchester ... 115 160 McMillan, Or., Temuka 1704 292 Paterson, John, Pleasant Point 907 1157 McMillan, E., Peel Forest 304 404 Paterson, John, Otipua 57 94 McNab, Daniel, Bangitata 200 200 Patrick, G., Rangitata 67 92 MePhedran, D., Fairview 40 50 Patrick, W., Geraldine 240 198 McPherson, Alexander, Cave 1047 1131 Pattern, James, Buhner 95 Nil McPberson, N., Woodbury 80 45 Payue, W., Orari 295 174 McQuillan, J., Winchester 61 Pearse, D. S., Waitohi Flat ... 755 490 McQuilkin, J., Geraldine 305 Nil Pearse, J. B., Waitohi Flat 78 30 McShane, Margaret, Geraldine 950 675 Pearse, W. S., Washdyke 2035 2509 Medlicott, F. and J., Pleasant Point 776 603 Perham, James, St. Andrews 30 40 Mee, Alexander, Pleasant Point 1162 1098 Pierce, S. H., Hilton 101 96 Mee, J., Claremont 298 Nil Pinckney, G., Geraldine 1450 Nil Mee, Thomas, Pleasant Point 140 130 Pithie, James, Peel Forest 331 538 Meehan, D., Pleasant Point 95 90 Pooke, John, Timaru 192 92 Meikle, John, Timaru 1820 1715 Pooke, Thomas, Timaru 115 158 Menzies, James, Fairlie 1112 Nil Postlethwaite, A. H., Geraldine 3602 2838 Meredith-Kay, C. K., Timaru 6 Nil Power, M., Pleasant Point 38 Nil Metcalfe, Anthony, Geraldine ... 690 696 Prattley, Eli, Temuka 450 393 Meyer, John, Epworth, Temuka 8 25 Prattley, F., Temuka 343 193 Middlemiss, W., Woodbury 12 Prattley, Walter, Rangitata 143 57 Mill, W., Kakahu Bush 15 13 Price, L., Temuka 668 63 . 200 100 Priddle, A., Orari 150 Nil Millar, C, Eangitata Millar, Alexander, Pee! Forest 25 Priest, J. T., Pareora 325 271 Miller, Henry, Pleasant Point 855 789 Pringle, A. C, Roxburgh, Olaremount 2047 1936 Miller, J., Upper Pareora ,78 I 37 Proudfoot, J., Peel Forest 197 194 Miller, W., Pareora 182 125 Pye, C, Temuka 109 238 Milliken, J., Clandeboye 790 288 Pym, G. W. E., Te Moana 100 392 Mills, Ellis, Gleniti 123- 110. Quantock, J., Orari 20 Nil Minnis, John, South. Eangitata 5 Nil Quinn, Michael, Temuka ... 693 80 Mitchell, Eli, Timaru 305 300 Raddon, Captain, Kingsdown 22 22 Mitchell, Thomas, Washdyke 2262 1045 Rae, D., Pleasant Point ... 170 147 Mitchell, Thomas, Clandeboye 1608: Rae, Mary Ann, Geraldine . 131 73 Mitten, Patrick, Temuka ... 164 Rae, Simon, Peel Forest 269 262 Moffatt, W., Beaconsfield 92 37 Rapsey, J. J., Pareora 142 I 105 Moore, Michael, Temuka 475 193 Regan, Wm, Geraldine 62 72 Moore, W. M., Geraldine .... 6 12 Reid, Andrew (Executors of), Geraldine 100 90 Morgan and Co., Timaru ... 90 Nil Reilly, J.,Woodbury 82 78 Morrison, A., Belfield, Orari 6 5 Rhodes, E. T., Hadlow, Timaru 5078 4001 Morrison, John, Pleasant Point" 98 90 Rhodes, George, Claremont, Timaru 4296 3185 Morrison, Thomas, Woodbury 302 Nil Riee, John, Te Moana 198 84 Moss, C. H., Orari 200 133 Richards, W. M., Kingedown ...... 86 Munro, H., Sutherland's 44 34 Richardson, E., Grange Farm, Temuka 191 67 Murphy, E., Pleasant Valley . 95 185 Roach, Paul, Timaru ... 200 250 Musgrave, H. E., Orari 254 308 Robertson, John, Orton 800 50 Nalder Brothers, Geraldine 5090 4430 Robertson, T. D., Washdyke 501 200 Nicholas and McCallum, Temuka 12 Nil Robertson, W., Rangitata 282 300 Norton, J., Eangitira Valley 26 22 Robertson, W., Pleasant Point 65 Nil Norton, S., Temuka 163 Nil Robinson, George, Sutherland's 394 151 N.Z. and A. Land Co., Levels, Timaru 81835 64738. Robinson, Joseph, Woodbury 469 348 O,Boyle, N., Timaru 182 99 Robinson, W., Kingsdown, Pareora 402 Nil O'Connell, Denis, Seadown 56 40 Rolleston, William, Rangitata 2976 2173 O'Connell, J., >•• .170 100 Rooke, Leonard, Geraldine 450 192 Cave ... 108 H.—23. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. No. of Sheep on Mo. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Rooke, L. H., Hilton 123 73 Talbot, John, Temuka 2520 2520 Ross, Duncan, Woodbury 100 Nil Talbot, T., Temuka .... 353 182 Rowe, Eli, Gave 40 Tasker, E. E., Geraldine 21 Rowe, P., Sutherland's 300 118 Tavaner, Edward, Orari 200 186 Ruddenklau, J. Q. (Exors.), Rangitata, Chch. 4349 3592 Taylor, Duncan, jun., Rangitata 285 40 Rundle, John, Fairview, Levels 16 15 Taylor, John, G-apes Valley 20 14 Russell G-. G., Otipua, Timaru 1298 1452 Taylor, Robert, Bush Side,.Geraldine 2350 2621 Russell, W., Gapes Yalley , -, 239 239 Taylor, T. S., Belfield 600 800 Rutherford, G\, Pleasant Point 1962 1419 Telford, William, Rangatira Valley 34 24 Ryder, C, Timaru 70 Nil Temple, E., Geraldine 194, 178 Geraldine Sams, Mrs., Sutherland's ;' 164 120 Teinpler, E. H., Brooklyn, 458 . 358 Scannell, John, Kerry Town 51 36 Tendall, John, Kakahu Bush 22 75 Scott, James, Hilton 610 448 Tennent, W., Waitohi 200 Nil Scott, J., Woodbury 31 18 Thatcher, John, Woodbury 362 180 Scott, J. K., Temuka 343 251 Thew, Eobert, Peel Forest 1275 1184 J. and A., Pleasant Point 2997 1800 Thomas, Rees, Temuka ... 200. 90 Scott, Claremont Scott, John, Orari 18 Thoreau, P. E., 14 Scully, W., Geraldine 99 100 Timewell, J. W., Pleasant Point 282 253 Seaton, Daniel, Blar, Waitohi Flat 161 180 Toner, B., Temuka 99 50 Selbie, G., Claremont 18 130 Toohey, J., Temuka 151 50 Selbie, J., Claremont 98 19 Toorney, E. H., Springfield, Hilton, 298 264 Sercombe, R. T. W., Woodhury 522 228 Tozer, W. J., Washdyke 40 Nil Seward Bros., Orari 658 298 Tozer, Frederick, Washdyke 8 Shaw, Alexander, "Winchester 599 592 Trembath, J., Belfield 32 51 Shaw, David, jun., Coralynn, Temuka 1954 Tripp, C. G., Woodbury 43359 45408 C. R., Sterndale, Pleasant Point 1400 Nil Tuite, John,Pleasant Point 61,, 70 Shaw, S. Shaw, David, Geraldine 1665 1340 Turnbull, R., Woodbury 570 Shaw, David, jun., Brooklyn, Temuka 2191 260 Turton, W. P., Woodbury 1434 1646 Shaw, James, Rangitata 1000 609 Urquhart, A., Gape's Valley 100 100 Shaw, Robert, Seadown 100 Vance, John, Pleasant Point 100 Sheehan, Michael, Rangitata Island 65 97 Vance, John, Woodbury 300 282 Shepherd, James, Sutherland's 1557 796 Verity, 0. H., Pleasant Point 607 767 Shepherd, Mrs. M. S., Pleasant Point 117 105 Vickers, Mrs, Sutherland's 95 96 Shiers, W., Geraldine 462 399 Waddington, Wm,, Claremont ... 43 Nil Francis, Timaru 400 400 Walker, Mark, Winchester 40 55 Simmons, Geraldine. Mt. Four Peaks, 12984 Simpson, J., Orari 8 Walker, L., 13450 Simpson, William, Pleasant Point 500 1000 Walker, William, Longsight, Temuka 268 170 Skinner, J., Hilton 1089 978 Wallace, Joseph, Waitohi Mat .... 170 Nil Skinner, R., Hilton 878 900 Waller, Henry, Rangitata . 193 270 Temuka 406 387 Smart,, David, Pleasant Point ... 250 Ward, George, Smart, G., Waitohi Flat 299. 183 Ward, J., Fairyiew , ,.. 130 50 Smith, C. M., Wai-iti Road, Timaru ... 37 Ward, R. W., Pareora 14 Nil Smith, Oandeboye 668 199 Warden, James, Sutherland's 940 180 Frederick, J. Temuka Smith, H. F., Waitohi Flat 79 Wareing, B., 1208 820 Smith, James, Level's, Timaru 417 Wareing, Philip, Milford, Temuka ... 1870 1697 Smith, J., jun., Timaru 824 '454 Warne, W. J., Pleasant Point 180 390 Smith, James, Winchester 44 36 Watkins, J., Pleasant Point 122 92 Smith, J. B., Pleasant Point 459 460 Watson, P., Beaconefield .... 150 172 Smith, M., Temuka 134 100 Watts, David, Rangitata 140 130 Smith, R., Winchester 1552 1386 Watts, H., Rangitata Island ,.. 325 238 Smith, William, Cliffs, Temuka 48 57 Webb, A. J., Pleasant Point , .... 1063 10 Webb, Joseph, Creek Farm, Woodbury 584 397 Smith, Wilson, G-eraldine Waihi Snell, William, Rangitata Island 699 548 Webb, Joseph, Bush, Woodbury 88.0 890 South, G-,, Geraldine 87 89 Westoby, W., Timaru . 197 Nil Sowerby, H., Peel Forest ... 53 Nil White, A., Geraldine , 19 Nil Squire, Charles, G-apes Valley 394 Nil Whittaker, John, Timaru ... 1236 686 Stengar, Rangitata 96 75 Wharton, Joseph, Geraldine 253 285 J., Pleasant Point Stephens, Thomas, Seadown 466 577 Wigley, T. (Exors. of), 7800 6592 Stericker, E. G-., Sutton Farm, Timaru 843 761 Wilkins, J. G., Beaconsfield, Timaru 12 Nil Stevens, W., Orari 80 200 Wilkinson, James, Orari 362 353 Stevenson, Mrs. M., Pleasant Point 98 Wilks, Daniel, Winchester ... 24 16 Stevenson, W., Levels 23 Nil Williams, George, Gleniti ..; 15 Stewart Brothers, Albury 993 I 996 Williams, Richard, Waitohi .,. 58. Stewart, G-eorge, Orari 898 582 Willy, Watson, Orari 193 139 Stewart, James, Fernside, Woodbury 168l 97 Wilson, James, Allandale, Fairlie Creek 13163 14435 Stewart, Mrs. A., Pleasant Point 384 194 Winter, Or., Rangitata 293 180 Stewart, R. E., Totara, Pleasant Point 2670 3750 Woodhead, G-., Temuka 100 50 Flaxbourne, 1079 1078 Woodhead, J.,Temuka . 27 Stewart, W., Orari Sticking, C, Kerrytown 25 Wooding, J. and T. P., Woodbury 98 99 Stoakes, T. W., Temuka 56 160 Wooding, T. P., V/oodland, Woodbury 866 674 Stock, Maurice, Fairview 14 Woodley, H., Rangitata 81 123 Stoddart, Washdyke 55 Nil Woodley, William, Hilton , 56 Nil B., Temuka Stonyer, Caroline, Pareora ... 16 238 Wooffenden, E., 130 Nil Stratford, P., Pleasant Point 25 31 Worner, F. W., Geraldine 35 40 Studhohne, W. P., Kakahu 14900 14484 Wreathall, G. J., Kakahu Bush 489 785 Stumbles, John, Upper Waitohi 60 33 Wreford, W., Care v 658 600 Sullivan, James, G-uirteen, Pleasant Point ... 4230 2625 Wright, A. W., Moana Vale, Winchester ... 172 141 Wright, Bryce, Gapes Valley . Sutherland, Alexander, Sutherland's 234 1090 813 952 Sutherland, D., Glenloth, St. Andrews 320 312 Wright, H., sen,, Rangitata Island 120 110 Wright, Tsiand Swaney, J., Temuka 285 167 H., jun.,.Rangitata 256 220 Swaney Bros., Temuka : 450 400 Wright, J., jun., Rangitata Island 200 91 Swaney, J. H., Clandeboye 280 Wright, James, Rangitira Valley 891 635 Tait, John, Pleasant Point 101 20 i Wright, William, Rangitira Valley 1320 1296 Talbot, George, Kingsdown, Timaru 1040. 1274 Youdale, H., Claremont 197 167 H.--23. 108

CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April30, April 30, April 30 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Young, F. M., Winchester 262 174 McLeod, M., Burke's Pass 1039 478 Young, J, D., Temuka 1010 914 McMaster, Angus, Fairlie 1308 70 . McMillan, Donald, Burke's Pass 930 1058 705,252 639,827 McPherson, L., Melville Downs, Fairlie 1383 1629 McRae, John, Burke's Pass 900 1700 MACKENZIE COUNTY McVey, John, Tengawai 56 (InTiniaru Subdivision). Milne, W., Fairlie 658 152 Ackland, L. G. D., GHentanner, Tekapo 11413 Morton, Arch., Haldon, Burke's Pass 18506 18000 Adameon, Alexander, Albury 249 Murray, W., Fairlie 490 816 Allan, Robert, Fairlie 430 740 Nelson, John, Cave 500 300 Anderson, John, Albury " 674 137 N.M. &A. Co., N.Z., Three Springs, Fairlie 10662 9079 Angland, D., Albury 123 N.Z.L. and M.A. Co., Balmoral, Braemar, 38972 44118 Askin, Thomas, Aorangi Downs, Albury 2207 1926 GHenmore, and Lake Tekapo Bain, Alexander, Fairlie 254 200 N.Z. Trust and Loan Co., Mt. Nessing, Albury 16926 14032 Bain, DonaH, Highfield, Burke's Pass 300 300 Nixon, John, Fairlie 2518 1912 Bain, W., Fairlie 297 276 O'Neill, James, Fairlie 200 199 Ballantyne, James, Ashwiek Flat 346 Preston, J. H., Ben Ohau, Pukaki 11982 14560 Ballantyne, Ninian, Fairlie ... ■ 380 388 Priiigle, William, Lily Bank, Lake Tekapo ... 5844 13615 Bliseett, H. G., Cave 29 Pringle, W., Haldon, Grleniti 6000 2000 C. . Boucher, B., Fairlie 88 98 Rae, John, Fairlie 14 171 Bracken, Christopher, Albury 350 Riddle, Robert, Albury I - 890 Braddick, James, Fairlie 303 414 Rittson, T., & Co., Sawdon, Burke's Pass ... 10400 Braddick, Wiiliain, Albury 241 Robson, J. P., Tekapo Hotel 170 Bray, John, Cricklewood 1220 Ross, D., Burke's Pass 1070 1998 Brooker, John,Albury 72 Nil Ross, Hugh, Silverstream 30 20 Burnett, A., Cave, Timaru 2872 2434 Ross, John, Fairlie 1388 790 Burnett, A., Mount Cook, Timaru 5939 6483 Ross, William, Fairlie 50U 630 Burnett, James, Birch Hill, Lake Pukaki ... 5618 Rutherford Bros., The Mistake, Albury 11291 13335 Charles, F., Albury 778 Rutherford, J. S., Opawa, Albury 18340 18201 Connor, Maiy, Springbrook, St. Andrews ... 205 Sadler, Thomas, Albury 125 Corbett, Hugh, Albury 500 590 Saunders, W., The Wolds and Irishman 23991 25693 Corbett, James, Albury 200 Creek, Lake Tekapo Cotterell, Margaret, Fairlie 205 262 Schlapfer, E.. Tasman Dawn, Fairlie 27 1471- Cowan, Andrew, Lake Tekapo (Timaru) 300 2500 Seddon and Hamilton, Ashwick, Fairlie 21815 16859 Craighead, Alexander, Lake Tekapo 30 Nil Seigert, Julius, Fairlie 500 Cross, C. E., Fairlie 490 ■ 2492 Shaw, J. H.. Fairlie 82 66 Crowe, F., Albury 294 194 Shea, Nora, Albu#y 43 Curtis, Isaac, Albury 606 Sibbald, William (Exors. of), Rustic Place, 12090 Nil Davidson, Peter, Cricklewood 709 and Sawdon, Burke's Pass Davidson, W., Fairlie 1072 995 Sims, John, Langdon, Fairlie 100 40 Donaldson & Gunn, Black Forest, Burke'sPass 8689 8666 Simpson, Thomas, Albury 456 Donoghue, D., Langdon, Fairlie 570 Nil Smart, E., Burke's Pass 38 Douglas, W., Silverstream 685 500 Smith, Albert, Cave 1769 1929 Elliot, Daniel, Albury 436 Smith, A. S., Waratah, Tengawai 979 3901 Blston, William, Albury 310 Smith, F. H., Coal Creek, Timaru 2760 1923 Fraeer, B., Albury 1278 1434 Smith, Mrs.A. B., Waratah, Albury 5961 3125 Fraser, W., Fairlie 750 890 Smith, Mrs. S. L., Coal Creek, Timaru 1103 1150 &allen, Edward, Albury 196 Stephens Brothers, Albury — 294 G-allen, Hugh, Albury 170 Sutherland, A., Albury 896 Nil Gallen, W., Fairlie 28 30 Thomson, A. C, Albury 3835 Gillingham Brothers, Fairlie 6340 6190 Watt, James, Cricklewood 67 Goodwin, J. E, Fairlie 875 590 Watt, Joseph, Cricklewood 45 Grant, A., Silverstream 1200 1200 While, B. F., Albury 1390 1302 Grant, Alex., Gray's Hill, Burke's Pass 15000 17600 White, W. H., Albury 1390 1303 Grant, W., Grampians, Burke's Pass 16916 18619 Wood, W. W., Ashwick Flat 240 fchithrie, K., Burke's Pass 750 1690 Harvey, D., Fairlie ... 168 86 Total of county 376,131 410,872 Hayter, F. (Exors. of),Bollesby, Burke'e Pass 11378 10893 Herbert, F. C., Albury 304 WAIMATE COUNTY Hope, A.j Tekapo Ferry 18819 20415 (In Timaru Subdivision). Hornblow, James, Ashwiek Flat 38 134 Adams, E. J. S., Brooklands, Waimate 100 90 Irving, Richard, Blainslie & Brownhill, Albury 2045 2164 Adams J., Makikihi 241 98 Jcmes, C. B., Ashwiek Flat 310 I 154 Addinell, J., Waimate 668 Nil Keay, John, Silverstream, Fairlie 95 [ 150 Alexander, Mrs. E. A., Riverside, St. Andrews 346 337 Keaye, John, Orieklewdod 83 Allan, Alexander, Waimate 367 Nil Kerr, M., Fairlie 78 92 Anderson, James, Deep Creek, Waimate 350 270 Kidd, H:, Albury 1645 Anderson William, Southburn 165 96 Laverty, Joseph, Albury 9 Andrews, Robert, Makikihi 481 543 Lawlor, John,Fairlie 26 14 Anstey, John, Beaconsfield, Timaru 260 865 Le Cren Brothers, Strathallan, Fairlie 3462 3272 Armstrong, Robt., Craigieburn, Waimate ... 360 351 Leitcli, Robert, Fairlie 1500 1300 Bain, Walter, Redcliffe 356 Macarthur, John, Glenlyon, Pukaki 2000 Bank of N.Z., Eekbank, St. Andrews 10306 5502 Mackenzie "and Tripp, Glentanner, Tβ Kapo 10871 Nil Bank N.Z. Estates Co., Waihaorunga 25120 20541 Mackintosh, John, Fairlie 1470 1523 Barber, James, Waimate 14 5 Major, George, Albury 100 Bates, Joseph, GHenavy 450 180 Matheson. 808 500 Baxter, R. Or., Waimate . 150 140 I)., Cave Matheson, John, Simon's Pass, Lake Tekapo 9990 10882 Beckett, W. H., Crosby, Waimate 410 600 McArthur, John, Pukaki 12250 12000 Bell, Dougald, St. Andrews 479 98 McDonald, A. W., Albury 90 Bell, G-eorge, Hakateramea 29 13 McDonald, Thoinae, Burke's Pass 300 Nil Bell, H. R., St. Andrews 87 91 McGregor, John, Burke's Pass 392 343 Bell, James, Upper Pareora 50 87 McKinnon, D., Cricklewood 55 Bell, Joseph, Pareora .281 181 McLean, Allan, Fairlie 785 875 Bell, Kobert, Waimate 880. 484 McLean, Mies tln&, Stratheonan, Fairlie .,, 5754 5963 Bennett, James, Waimate .,. 595 493 110 H.—23. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on jApril 30, AprilsApril 30, April 30, April 30,3 j 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Bird George, Waimate 21 19 Finlayson, Robert, Glenavy 38 Bird, Samuel, Waimate 36 Fisher, W., Waimate 10 Nil Bitehener, Alfred, Waimate 115 122 Fitzgerald, Johanna,Waimate 494 Nil Blackmore, James, Southburn 495 4X0 Fleming, Thoraae, Waihao 18 Blackwell, G., Waihao 71 99 Fletcher, W. and T. E., Studholme 12 Blaekwood, Archibald, Glenavy 21 21 Foley, John, Studholme 129 40 Blair, Mrs. E., St. Andrews 54 30 Ford, John, Glenavy 98 49 Blyth, Alexander, Otaio 87 84 Forest, Andrew, St. Andrews 304 293 Borrie, James, Waihao Porks .. i 1038 560 Forrest and Geddes, Makikihi , 1293 1023 Bowker, Charles, Makikihi 692 Fox, John, Studholme ... 182 Broekett, Eliza, Hunter ..., 252 Francis, Norton, Waimate 1170 1275 Bradshaw, P. W., Studholme Junction 306 231 Frost Brothers, Waimate ••• 100 36 Brady, Rev. L. 0., St. Andrews 30 76 Gale, John, Waimate 38 Nil Branagan, D. Studholme Junction 162 98 Galletly, Thomas, St. Andrews 134 142 Brohan, M., Studholme Junction 13 20 Garland, A., Waimate 1100 847 Brown, T. J., Waimate 104 60 Gascoigne, H. M., Waimate 27 Browne, George, Deep Creek, Waimate 92 188 Geddes, J., Waihao Forks 395 197 Bruce, Archibald, The Grange, Waimate ... 18 Nil Geddes, William, Waihao 296 Bruce Brothers Bankfield, St. Andrews 4533 3250 Gibson, Mrs. Elizabeth, Makikihi 287 137 Brunton, R., Otaio 82 174 Giles, L. C, Makikihi 87 99 Buchanan, Mrs., Waimate 265 209 Gilmore, M., Glenavy 88 Buchanan, W. and J. A., Waimate 352 Nil Goostry, Sarah Ann, Makikihi 353 356 Buckingham, D. R., Waimate 65 Nil Grant, William, Stoney Creek, Timaru 1137 809 Buckley, B. A., Waimate 479 274 Greelish, P., Waimate 101 88 Burke, E., Waimate 11 20 Green, J., Makikihi .,. 261 303 Burke, M., Redeliff 300 300 Gunn, David, Waimate ... 558 489 Burke, Peter, Waihao . ... 630 378 Gunn, Donald, Waimate 98 109 Burnley, W. P., Hafton, St. Andrews 2760 2211 Gunn, Gordon, Hook, Waimate 222 223 BusseU, W., Makikihi 182 171 Hall, J., St. Andrews 350 700 Butcher, Edwin, Fairview 4 Hamilton, Andrew, Makikihi 300 300 Butt, Edward, Waihao 50 Hanly, John, Waihao 986 780 Buxton, W. S., Waimate 833 337 Hanly, P., Waihao 354 327 Cague, S., St. Andrews 20 12 Hanson, Samuel, St. Andrews 26 42 Cameron P., Waimate 15K2 221 Harney, M., Waitaki North 54 228 Cameron, Jessie, Glenavy 51 Nil Harper, James, St. Andrews 194 60 Cameron, Rupert, Hakateramea 2075 1996 Hayes, Alpheus, Centrewood, Waimate 11463 12172 Cameron, Samuel, Otaio 500 400 Hayes, A., Normanvale, Waimate 3180 3050 Campbell, James, Waimate 370 2L Hayman, Walter, Studholme 438 222 Campbell, John, Pernhill, St. Andrews 51 40 Henderson, David, Waimate ... 95 Nil Campbell, R., and Sons (Limited), Station 24200 19180 Hendry, Charles, Bluecliffs, St. Andrews ... 154 309 Peak, Hakateramea Hertsl-st, H. N., Waimate 1376 1090 Carrol, John, Glenavy 142 140 Hicks, G., Hunter 41 50 Carter, Andrew, Makikihi 267 283 Higginbotham, S., Upper Pareora 903 680 Cartwright, W. W., Pareora 862 993 Hopkins, John, Southburn 497 398 Carswell, Mark, St. Andrews 30 Nil Humphries, J., Glenavy 50 Catherwood, Robert, St. Andrews 287 Hunt, John, Waimate 40 20 Chamberlain, T., Waimate 31 15 Hurst, C. J., Brooklands, Waimate ... 703 388 Chamberlain, W. T., Happy Home, Pareora... 218 Nil Hyland, Maurice, Glenavy 44 35 Champion, Richard, Waimate 125 86 living, D., Otaio ... 158 122 Cheverton, W. P., Waimate 252 200 Jackson, Ambrose, Makikihi ... 590 600 Childs, F. E., Makikihi 30 115 Jackson, Charles, Makikihi 213 150 Clarke, C. V., Waimate 139 120 Jackson, Hinman, Hunter ... 274 Nil Cleal, George, Makikihi 51 39 James, Miss E., Hunter ,.: 9 6 Clissold, E. and G., Benacre, Makikihi 2278 1894 Johneton, Mrs. H. B., Otaio 3542 2932 Cochrane, John, Waimate , 270 253 Johnston, J.F., Otaio 93 91 Cocks, George, St. Andrews 196 82 Johnston, J. W., Waitaki North 200 Nil Copland, Alex., Haweburn, St. Andrews 1099 1085 Jones, F. W., Waimate 343 396 Court, George, Waimate 223 205 Jones, H. A., Waimate 659 Crowe, E., Waihao 1028 1350 Jones, Mostyn, Waimate 1220 751 Cunningham, Samuel, Studholme 61 60 Kane, J.', Waimate 463 Curtis, Alfred, Waimate 50 Nil Kane, N., Bedcliffe ..< 284 400 Darley and Meyers, Waimate 1014 1461 Kean, James, Waimate ... 9 Nil Davidson, James, Southburn 282 165 Keen, Frederick, Waimate 21 12 Davis, Albert, Glenavy 290 136 Kelcher, Henry, Clayton, Makikihi 886 1745 Davis, John, Waihao 360 Nil Kelland, W., Cave 2367 2468 Denholm, J. J., Waihao 190 Nil Kennedy, W., St. Andrews 457 .493 Delargy, B., Kurow 350 Kime, G., Glenavy 123 40 Dbkson, S. R., Otaio 140 42 King, F. W., Glenavy 9 20 Dixon, W., St. Andrews 36 15 Kinross, Thomas, St. Andrews 448 Dodd, J., Hunter 81 56 Kirk, O., Waitaki 100 Nil Dooley, Peter, Waimate 117 12 Lane and Mackenzie, Waihao Forks ... 4410 4106 Douglas, John, Waihao, Waimat* 16497 12066 Leonard, Maurice, Glenavy ■ 50 50 Drinnen, John, St. Andrews 1500 1100 Lindsay, D., Makikihi 70 Nil Dugdale, Thomas, Waimate 350 545 Linton, John, Makikihi 190 I 171 Duggan, Michael, Studholme Junction 30 3 Lundon, F. J.,Waimate 51 51 Dunbar, W., Waihao 17 Nil Lundon, W. H., Waimate 67 25 Dunn, W. H., Waimate 335 Luscombe, P. H. B., Makikihi 34 91 Elder, John, Timaru 1200 2500 Lyall, George, St. .Audrews 300 Elwortliy, E., Pareora, Timaru 53514 46984 Lyons, Matthew, Waimate 22 Nil Elworthy, Mrs., Cragmere, Pareora 8155 7476 Macfarlane, Donald, Hakateramea ... 150 3229 Englebrecht, J. D., Makikihi 769 685 Mack, B., St. Andrews ; ''>' !•.'■' 88 40 Englebrecht, Thomas, Makikihi 1402 1610 Maddock, J. H , St. Andrews ; ..: '225'!!' 159 Evans, Benjamin, Pareora .... 693 686 Maindonald Frederick, Studholme 50 Fahey, Bryan, Glenav 254 193 Manchester, George,Waimate ' '■ ... > 595 • 580 H.—23. 111

CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA— continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30. April 30, April 30, 1898, 1897. 1898. 1897.

M. A. Hakateramea Downs, 24660 25250 Mann, T. H., Waimate 1097 Nil N.Z. L. & Co., St. Andrews 422 413 Hakateramea Marshall, Thomas, and Loan Mount 10309 10200 Martin, A., Otaio 1665 1642 N.Z. Trust Company, Martin, Andrew, jun., Otaio 400 404 Parker, Kurow 113 62 O'Brien, Bernard, Hakateramea 44 50 Martin, Bartholomew, Glenavy Waimate 888 639 Otaio 127 121 O'Brien, Michael, Woodland, Martin, David, Waimate 71 J. G., Makikihi 306 199 O'Connor, John, 76 Martin, John, St. Andrews 100 J. Makikihi 82 71 O'Donoghue, Martin, H., Jeremiah, Waimate 150 McOaw and Seth Smith, Hakateramea 2000 1994 O'Donoghue, Waitaki 161 140 O'Loughlin, John, St. Andrews 175 McCowan, Neil, Makikihi 10 McCulloch and McLean, Quamby, Waimate 3905 2621 O.Neil, Ohristopher, 51 O.Neill, Patrick, Makikihi 303 230 MeCully, S., Hakateramea 93 81 Waihao 396 272 Orbell, Mrs., Waimate 78 McDonough, Mrs., Waimate 2958 1942 McDougall, Jas., St. Andrews 888 492 Orbell, N., M., Mt. Harris, Otagoand Southland Investment Co., Makikihi 2800 2296 McGimpsey, John, Glenavy 1059 773 18 Glenavy, Eedeliff 4S6 491 Packer, Worthy, Studholme 13 McGimpsey, Julian, ... Andrews 338 329 and Hardie, Waimate 1530 826 Palmer, J. G., St. MeGoverin Mrs. R., Kurow 3187 2829 McGowan, H. E., Waimate • 760 Parker, H. 690 Patterson, W. (Exors. of), Hatton, Waimate 30 Nil McHenry, Michael, Hakateramea 590 60 The Cliffs, Makikihi 806 912 Paul, Andrew, Waimate 102 Mcllwrick, James, 199 8 Robert, Waimate 67 17 Pelvin, R. C, G-lenavy McKay, sen., Waimate 565 443 McKenzie, D,, Cave 92 125 Pelvin, Eichard, St. Andrews 68 Nil Pigeon, A., Meadow Bank, St. Andrews 183 587 McKenzie, John, Hakateramea 949 907 McKeown, J. J., St, Andrews 800 600 Pochin, F. W. B., 1710 1180 Price, Mrs. E., Waimate 149 170 McLean, Alexander, Waimate 628 McLean, Allan, Waitaki North 66650 57851 Price, L. Waimate 775 Nil Pringle, Thomas, Claremont 1849 McLean, Miss Catherine, Waimate 962 10 Kenneth, Waimate 1780 Qninn, Henry, Makikihi 15 McLennan, 585 528 McLeod, W., Waimate 130 Nil Quinn, N., Makikihi Waimate 61 55 Quinn, William, Makikihi 3498 3190 McNamara, J. E., Point 148 95 McNaughton, Angus, Waihao 1210 809 Rapsey, Mrs. C, Pareora Waihao Porks 1120 1220 Rapsey, W. C, Southburn 90 64 McPherson, t>., Waimate 700 456 McPherson, John, Studliolme 16 6 Rattray, A., Hook, 251 Rattray, Mrs. J., Waimate 100 McPherson, W., Cave 240 15 Waimate 578 386 Reilly, Edwin, Studholme Nil Medlicott, S., Waimate 16 14 Medlicott,T. S., Waimate 400 Nil Beynolds, W., Waihao, Makikihi 848 654 Rhodes, R. H., jun., Bluecliffs 20515 19915 Meelian, James, Cave 8200 Meehan, John, Studholme Junction 23 Nil Ritchie, J. M., Cannington, 8761 Hakateramea 1512 7898 Roberts, A. H., Studholme 225 Meek, James, Waimate 300 380 Meek, J. and T., Hurstlea, Hakateramea 6252 Nil Roberts, P. D., Hakateramea 2075 1676 Robertson, James, G-lenavy 48 87 Meek,W. H., ... 24 Mein, James, St. Andrews 160 134 Robinson, W., Hakateramea . 6 Rodgers, S. S., Makikihi 45 40 Melton, W., Waimate Hakateramea 135 45 Rodgerson and Fleming, Chetnole, Glenavy 1676 1021 Menzies, James, Bosehill, 116 160 Mercer, J., Makikihi 200 200 Ross, David, Glenavy Hook, Waimate 105 83 Ross, W. H., Hakateramea 1194 840 Merry, John, 44 Nil Merry, J. J., Hook, Waimate 44 Rowe, Eli, Cave Waimate 980 777 Ruddenklau, Henry, Waimate 1810 1700 Meyer, H., Rosefield, Waihao 485 H., Waimate 190 98 Ryan, John, 675 Meyer, L. 20 Nil Meyer, W. P., Waimate 140 51 Ryder, P., Waimate Waimate 28 267 Scott, D., Southburn 1710 1310 Miller, John, Strathnoon, Waihao 55 170 Mills, J., Pentland Hills, Waimate 6245 5792 Scott, William, Hakateramea 1065 780 Selby, John, Claremont _... 183 Nil Milne, T., Sandhurst, Waimate Hakateramea 449 398 Shearer, Allan, Ardyne, 648 629 Milne, W., Makikihi J. Studholme Junction 891 754 Simmons, William, 452 698 Mitchell, H., Waimate 4290 Mitchell, Mrs., Hakateramea 375 Nil Skevington and Dowthwaite, 3627 2300 1800 Skinner, P., Makikihi 490 432 Molloy, J., Hakateramea 8 9 MoHoy, John, Waimate 95 Slodden, Alfred, Glenavy Makikihi 18 40 Slee Brothers, Waimate 500 510 Montgomery, A.,: Nil Gγ. Andrews 391 400 Smart, John, Redcliff 16 Morris, A., St. Waimate Waihao 254 496 Smith, Andrew, 58 34 Morris, J., Andrews Morris, J. H., Cave, 2200 1310 Smith, J. T., St. 2412 1441 Glenavy 39 49 Smith, Thomas, Waimate 150 259 Morrison, Charles, ... Southburn 63 182 Morrison, D., St., Andrews 181 264 Squire, Alfred, ;Waihao 975 369 Squire, George, St. Andrews 2800 2280 Morton, George, 16 Moses, T., St. Andrews 66 28 Steffens, H., Makikihi 196 86 Stevenson, Mark, St. Andrews 297 Moyle, W., St. Andrews Waimate 33 Mulcock, E. T., Waimate 889 973 Stewart, Alexander, 47 Waihao Forks 669 Stewart, H., Makikihi 597 Nil Mulcock, George, 778 1012 388 James. St. Andrews 122 231 Stewart, Hawthorne, Lily Hall, Papakaio ... Mulholland, St. Andrews 797 396 Murphy, P., Waimate 15 Stowell, David, Brompton, Neal, Joseph, Waihaorunga, Waimate 395 390 Stowell, H., St. Andrews 15 Nil (Exrs. of), Waimate 24789 18144 Nelrier, Thomas, Southburn 564 381 Studholme, M. Makikihi 254 359 Stumbles, James, Cave 100 100 Newlands, William, 20 4 Newton, T., Waimate 154 68 Sullivan, George, Waimate Nicholas, William, Waimate 185 166 Sullivan, Michael, Otaio 127 J. Hakateramea 8414 7300 Sutton, J. A., Buecofct Park, Hakateramea .. 18960 2500 Nicholls, G., Hakateramea 4000 18500 Nicholls, W., Makikihi 43 57 Sutton, J. A., Waitangi, 910 862 Tavandale, D., Waimate 326 285 Nicholson, D., Cave Waimate 97 161 N.M. & A. Co.. Elephant Hill, Waimate ... 6450 4833 TavenSale, James, & A, Te Akaterawa, Camaru 17256 16980 Teschemaker, Thomas, Otaio 24216 21200 N.M. Co., Makikihi 62 Northcott, John, Studholme Junction 297 170 Thinn, F. F., Nil & Co., St. Andrews 19789 15075 Thomson, R., Otaio 160 225 N.Z. A. L. and Cave 990 1194 N.Z. & A. L. Co., Hakateramea , 57612 49913 Thoreau, E. J. A., 112 H.—23. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. CANTERBURY-KAIKOURA—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1S98. 1897. 1898.

Thornton, B. Q-., Redcliff 12 50 Watt, Alexander, Waimate 112 ion Thynne, Mrs. M.,. Waimate 122 Wellwood, Joseph, Waimate 345 Tiffen, Jas., Makikihi .-.. 50 40 Welsh, John, Hakateramea 1918 1988 Tobin, W., Glenavy 30 Whitney, B. D., Waimate 197 194 Tully, B.., Waimate 51 40 Williams, E., Waimate 243 203 Vuoetioh, M. N., Waimate 169 61 Williams, S. Gt-., St. Andrews 138 14,2 Wain, F. W., Hakateramea. 1641 1174 Williams, W. J., Waitaki North 102 10 Wain, Peter, Waihao Forks, Waimate 3147 3076 Wilson, David, Makikihi 135 12 Wait andBurbury, Clarkesfield, Hakateramea 10102 6640 Wright, Richard, Makikihi 972 810 Wall, John, Waitaki North 330 299 Tesberg, John, Waimate 5 Nil Wall, Peter, Waimate 268 193 Yondale, Hugh, Olaremont 437 393 Wallace, D., GHenavy 153 142 Young, W., Waimate 32 50 Walsh, Francis, Waimate 21 Nil Ward, John, Southburn 290 165 656,856 574,295

OTAGO DISTRICT. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheepon showing the Sheepowners and the Number April 30, April 30, RETURNof Sheep and Lambs in each county on the 1897. 1898. 30th April, 1897 and 1898. No. of Sheep on Chapman, A. H., Kurow 2833 2535 Chapman, Mrs. E. L., Kurow 953 1045 April30, April 30, Chisholm, John, Highloid, Green Valley 330 1897. 1898. ... 375 Clark Brothers, Maheno 62 180 Clark, Samuel, Weston 10 Nil WAITAKI COUNTY Coker, George, Kurow 98 37 (In Oamaru Subdivision). Collie, A. W., Duntroon 127 99 Adams, George* Maerewhenua 294 485 Collis, Frederick, Oamaru 768 276 Aitcheson, Archibald, Hampden 85 Nil Conlin, J. (Executors of), Ngapara 822 650 Aitchison, A., Springfield, Herbert 387 354 Cook, R. C, Livingstone 133 100 Aitchison, G., Woodhouselee, Awamoko ... 200 220 Cooper, G. J., Herbert 214 196 Aitchison, Peter, Waikoura, Awamoko 481 58 Corbett, D., Hilderthorpe 849 556 Aitchison, William, Maheno 96 61 Corcoran, T., Oamaru 706 320 Aitken, Robert,: Gleniffer, Ngapara 1993 2076 Cox, David, Herbert 78 79. Ambler, W., Hilderthorpe 12 14 Cox, George, Papakaio 54 87 Anderson, Adam, Herbert 470 456 Cox, G. H., Enfield 40 Anderson, Thomas, Awakino,Kurow 596 606 Cruickshank, John, Herbert 448 Archibald, George,Kurow 1800 1795 Cullen, James, Duntroon 179 Bailey, William, Maerewhenua 75 Culling, Mrs. Margaret, Hillgrove 108 40 Bain, N., Kurow 193 194 Cunningham, James, Otiake 126 45 Balfour, A., Mansfield, Ngapara 275 80 Cunningham, R., Otiake 202 152 Bambury, Robert, Hampden 200 Cuthbertson, T. and I., Hilderthorpe 325 12 Barr, H. J. B., Oamaru 497 712 Dalgety, C. G., Omarama. 19000 20000 Battersby, Barnabas, Enfield 210 253 Dalgety, James,Borton's, Kokoamu 140 Baxter, P., Ardgowan, Oamaru 14 71 Dalziel, James, Thornhill, Inch Valley 91 91 Beck, Alexander, Tokarabi 62 Dasler, Alexander, Tokarahi 96 Beck, Thomas, Maerewhenua 196 192 Dasler, L., Otiake 95 Nil Bell, A., Duntroon 254 149 Davis, G., Maheno 38 Bell, W. E., Duntroon 47 Davis, Oscar, Maheno 110 34 Bishop, John, Hilderthorpe 192 88 Dennison, Thomas, Hilderthorpe 18 Borrie, Donald, Papakaio ... 1997 1322 Dick, Mrs.—, Ngapara 77 Borrie, W., Otiake 23 Dickson, Thomas, Livingstone 395 355 Bottinsby, B., Brothers, Enfield 69 154 Doig, Miss Jessie, Papakaio 253 267 Brady, P., Enfield 30 Don, Alexander, Duntroon 101 Breen, James, Maheno 38 Don, Andrew, Glennoide, Ngapara 275 191 Brown, Francis, Seaview, Herbert 198 149 Donaldson, J. T., Hampden . 370 293 Bruce, D., Biehmond 35 Donaldson, John, Waiareka Junction 20 335 R., Oamaru 40 Budge, H., Tokarahi ■•• Douglas, 10 Budge, J., Herbert 798 644 Dovey, H. A., Duntroon 509 498 Burbury, E. P., Oamaru 2815 919 Duffy, James, Kurow 154 200 Burgess, J., Herbert 461 395 Duncan, James, Borton's, Kokoamu 130 Burnett, James, Papakaio 1083 663 Duncan, Nixon, Hampden 171 160 Cagney, John, Seafield, Oamaru 196 175 Dunn, D., Oamaru 39 Cague, W., Hampden 99 90 Dungey, Joshua, Hillgrove 364 198 Calder, D. and G., Oamaru 553 200 Earl, Jamea, Duntroon 97 80 Caldwell, James, Hampden 37 Easton, W., Weymouth, Pukeuri Junction ... 295 160 Cameron, Hugh, Aviemore, Oamaru 16503 14675 Edwards, Herbert, Ngapara 1062 707 Cameron, J., Horse Gully, Papakaio 401 180 Elder, J.R., Oaklands, Maheno 1080 676 Cameron, Robert, Hampden _ ... 182 163 Elder, R., Herbert 46 Cameron and Hunter, Airedale, Papakaio ... 3730 3730 Falconer, James, Kakanui 594 692 Campbell, C, Glenrose, Hampden 209 Nil Falconer, W., Enfield 174 35 Campbell, Duncan, Hillgrove 273 205 Fenwick, W., Maraweka, c/o J. Roberts, 4500 3845 Campbell, Geo., Ben Lomond, Maerewhenua 294 Nil Dunedin Campbell, J. D., Hillgrove 223 Fiddes, Thomas, Duntroon 386 429 Campbell,R., and Sons, Benmore, Omarama 83091 86112 Findlay, James, Hillhouse, Hampden 140 98 Campbell, B., and Sons, Otekaike, Duntroon 26816 25049 Flannery, P., Ardgowan 265 Carmichael, S., Hampden 141 83 Forbes, Donald, Herbert 86 54 Chalmers, J. H., Kurow 570 506 Forsyth, C, Maheno 85 70 H. 23. . 16- H.—23. 113 OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on

April30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

220 Lefevre, John, Hillgrove 606 354 Pox, T. H., Ngapara 500 192 Frame, James, Herbert 40 13 Lester, H., Maerewhenua Herbert 122 107 Liken, Thomas, Springhead, Ngapara 300 300 Frame, W., 1090 Francis, E., Duntroon 50 Little, H. and T., Ngapara 1017 42 38 Livingstone, George, Mayfield, Ngapara 150 137 Fraser, T., Duntroon 1100 468 Fraser, W., Kurow 46 Nil Lowrey, W., Awaweka, Enfield 300 Macauley, Alexander, jun., Oamaru 45 36 Freeman, Frederick, Enfield 839 Fricker, Edward, Georgetown 247 218 Maoauley, W., Maheno 476 265 152 Macauly, B., Totara Park, Oamaru 803 500 Gard, W., Kurow 316 236 Gardiner, Tapui Downs, Ngapara 8049 3214 Mahoney, John,Weston . . W., 84 62 Gardiner, W., jun., Papakaio 356 194 Marshall, Andrew, Herbert Garrow, James, and Sons, Oamaru 1200 888 Marshall, Anthony, Herbert 12 17 River View, Georgetown 116 100 Marshall, W., Herbert 143 167 Geddes, George, ... 59 Gemmell, James, Meadowfield, Ineholme ... 887 1090 Marwick, John, Papakaio 72 Papakaio 24 25 Matheson, Dougald, Omarama 2290 Nil Gibson, James, 1695 1415 Gibson, J. and D., Langside, Herbert 135 153 McAughtrie, William Kurow Gilchrist, J. C, Oamaru 7346 6746 McAuley, Mrs. —, Richmond 59 sen., Oamaru. 137 21 McAuley, James, Q-eorgetown 35 49 Gilchrist, John, 190 232 Gillies, A. W., Georgetown 1020 755 McBride, J., Incholme Archibald, Hampden 7 McClea, William, Weston 697 1475 Gillies, 692 Gillies, Robert, Georgetown 624 469 McCone, James, Livingstone 587 Oamaru 17 Nil McGone, James, Otiake 250 290 Goodall, Alexander, 200 Goodson, S., Herbert 298 294 McCone, Thomas, Livingstone Stream, Maheno 194 Graham, Donald, Herbert 15 McCulloch, Arch., Island ... 97 Weeton 800 700 McCulloek, J. B., Ferncliff, Ngapara 20 20 Graham, G., 150 Grant, Archibald, Duntroon 26 McDonald, Alexander, Maneno 100 270 McDonald, Angus, Georgetown 855 646 Grant, John, Maerewhenua Incholme 590 388 Grant, John, Otiake 446 342 McDonald, George, 107 86 McDonald, Peter, Otiake 63 Nil Gray, Andrew, Otiake 30 Gray, W. L., Pukeuri 282 186 McDonald, William, Totara 20 875 634 McDonald, B., Duntroon 1386 584 Hall Brothers, Awamoko 456 Hall, John, Papakaio 90 80 McGimpsey, James, Otiake 383 Papakaio 160 240 McGimpsey, W. J., Livingstone 299 300 Hall, Mrs. Mary, 261 9 Hamill, H. and D., Maerewhenua 272 283 McGregor, Daniel, Weston William, Hilderthorpe 140 297 Mclnnes, Archibald, Otiake 100 62 Harrison, 60 80 Harvey, John, Maheno 470 250 Mclnnes, Murdoch, Otiake Summerhill, Weston 563 285 Mclnnes, Peter, Kurow 61 58 Harvey, W., 85 Hasting, William, Kurow 45 Nil Mclntyre, James, Tokarahi James, Cape Farm, Oamaru 778 805 Mclntyre, Malcolm, Papakaio 1470 851 Hedley, Kakanui Henderson Brothers, Herbert 496 392 McKay, H., Allday Bay, 10 Nil John, Awamoko 49 95 McKay, J., Pukeuri 75 Henderson, Incholme Mrs. Margaret, Herbert 597 566 McKee, Samuel, 96 57 Heron, Palmerston 600 508 Hewton, J. D., Maerewhenua 2500 McKenzie, John, Heathfleld, ... and Herbert 2709 Nil McKenzie, T. (T'tees of) Allday Bay, Kakanui 284 165 Hewton Co., 200 Hewton, David, Ngapara 300 200 McKerrow, Andrew, Dunton, Hampden 122 Duntroon 114 191 McLay, Thomas, Pukeuri Junction 98 40 Hill, James, 290 300 Hille, C. A., Kurow 255 228 McLean, James, Allday Bay, Kakanui Christian, Kurow 1000 954 McLean, John, Bedcaetle, Oamaru 27541 26269 Hille, Kakanui 153 163 Hille, E. G. A., Mount Kurow, Kurow 1290 1862 McLennan, D. and J?., Hille, F. W., Kurow 399 397 McLeod, Hector, Hillgrove 78 93 J., Hampden 67 74 McLeod, James, Maheno 20 Hodgson, Duntroon 2686 2335 Holmes, Hon. M., Awamoa, Oamaru 3100 1985 McMaster, A. (Exors.), Tokarahi, Holmes, Robert, Duntroon 213 McMillan, Angus, Herbert 1200 Stuart, Kakanui 962 659 McNair, B., Duntroon 19 Holmes, Duntroon 70 Holmes and Laird, Duntroon 275 Nil McPhee, John, J. J.,Tokarahi 83 McPhee, Neil, Awamoko 165 79 Hore, and Maheno 534 260 Howden, W. C, Ngapara 370 16 McPherson, A. W., George, Duntroon 125 MePherson, C, Biehmond 29 Hoxford, 200 Hutchison, G., Tokarahi 350 M.cQ,uade, Henry, Livingstone James, Herbert 260 166 McQuade, J. T., Livingstone 182 150 Hutton, Maheno 100 60 Hutton, John, Livingstone 504 200 Mee, Thomas, Incholme, Thomas, Pukerau 69 49 Meek, W., Teaneraki, Enfield 2096 1489 Ingram, Oamaru 10860 James,E. P., Enfield 55 16 Menlove, B., Windsor Park, 11757 Joseph, Herbert 51 Nil Middleditch, John, Wharekuri 186 134 James, Oamaru 426 Jamieson, J., Tokarahi 300 Miles, J. J?., 750 Jardine, Mrs. Mary, Papakaio 357 194 Miller, Mrs. C, Weston 120 Oamaru 486 Johnson,Francis, Pukeuri 63 94 Miller, H. J., Fernbrook, 176 Georgetown 400 300 Miller, J. H., Tokarahi 81 Johnston, John, 30 Johnston,Robert, Awamoko 151 100 Miller, James, Weston Nil Johnstone, John, Herbert 85 Miller, John, Duntroon 122 97 Thomas, Tokarahi 83 Milne, M. S., Oamaru 524 160 Jones, Weston 660 300 Jones, William, Herbert 61 Nil Mitchell, H., Parkside, Joyce, Thomas, Winterburne, Hampden ... 284 347 Mitchell, J. F., Tokarahi 61 Kemp, J. and T., Hillgrove 775 458 Mitchell, James (Executors of), Kakanui ... 292 227 King Brothers, Awamoko 284 199 Morrison, Donald, Herbert 70 63 King, Thomas, Awamoko 182 67 Morrison, Bobert, Herbert 192 195 Kininmont, William, Ineholme 315 195 Morton, M., Kakanui 400 123 Kirton, John, Herbert 135 80 Mulholland, John, Livingstone 2575 2792 Koppert, H., Hampden 16 25 Mulvena, John, Livingstone 391 241 Lane, Norman, Oamaru 568 205 Munro, H. J.,Kurow 441 607 Lawrence, J. B., Weston 30 Munro, W. H., Otiake 91 Leddington, G., jun.,Tokarahi 82 Murcott, William, Hampden 400 294 Ledingham, George, Maheno 526 322 Murdoch, A., Centre Park, Ngapara 586 607 Lefevre, D., Hampden 40 60 Murray, J.B., Livingstone 1700 1800: 114 H.—23.

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. Ho. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. ]897. 1898.

67 Murray, Lindly, Tokarahi 370 Tallentire, J.E., Duntroon 61 Maheno 200 200 Taylor, J. A., DuntrooB 3244, 1463 Newlands, John, 1000 497 N.Z.A. L.Co., Moeraki,MtDasher, Hampden 33271 29487 Taylor, J. B., Springbank, Duntroon N.Z. A. L. Co.,Totara andArdgowan, Oamaru 15109 9485 Taylor, John, Georgetown 277 2310 1722 Tajlor, J. R. M., Maerewhenua 120 Nichols, Charles, Ngapara 19750 21000 Nichols, J. C, Kureheka, Maheno 14229 12936 Teschemaker and Co., Otematata, Kurow ... 292 Teechemaker, W. H., Taipo, Malieno 1810 2122 Nicholson, J., Maheno 200 17689 Moeraki Downs, Hampden 1766 1367 Teachemaker, W. H. (Exrsof)Kauroo Maheno 19988 Nicholson, Wm., 1482 1105 Ny, G-ustaf, Awamoko 80 Nil Thiele, P. W., Kurow 70 Thompson, G. T., Enfield 84 O'Brien, Andrew, Kurow 113 590 Oamaru 288 310 Thompson, Robert, Strathfield, Maheno 860 O'G-rady, M. H., 1800 300 Oliver, Hon. R., Corriedale, Oamaru 9200 7797 Thomson, A., Kakanui 403 Nil Todd, 0. and J. M., Tottenham, Enfield ... 562 500 Orr, Q-eorge, Kurow 44 17 Palmer, John, Springbank, Kurow 140 146 Treahy, Patrick, Ngapara Pukeuri 13 Turnbull, S. R., Weston 210 Nil Parsons, Mrs. —, Nil Paterson, A. A., Kurow 726 482 Wade, J. E., Kurow 244 880 Walker, Alexander, Papakaio 70 45 Paterson, T. and A., Eekdale, Ngapara 650 199 Paton, J.,Papakaio 283 168 Walker, D., Horse Range, Palmerston 349 293 Walker, Peter, Hampden 259 250 Paton, R., Pukeuri Junction 58 Philps, James, Kurow 40 Watson, D., Herbert 262 Wateon, G-arden, Oamaru 745 Nil Plenis, Adam, Wharekuri 174 8 Porter, John, Otiake 986 2046 Webber, Henry, Ngapara 40 46 Welsh, E., Duntroon 176 Prentice, Thomas, Kurow 288 485 Preston, James, Kyeburn 7100 8000 Westlake, T., Ngapara 259 291 Whittock, D., Kurow 570 598 Pringle, J., Bowhill, Livingstone 125 Rainforth, Thomas, Enfleld 1508 772 Whyte, 0 , Papakaio 94 108 Wilkie, James, Oamaru 100 Nil Rapson, John, Kakanui 116 105 Reid, B. H., Windsor , 659 VVillets, John, Papakaio 80 Willets, Richard, Weston 152 25 Reid, Mrs. John, Herbert 23 Balruddery, Oamaru 14S40 14220 William, Joseph, Whitstone, Weston 9 Reid, John, 40 Nil Reid, John,Elderslie, Oamaru 18971 16000 Williams, James, Humber Street, Oamaru ... 285 246 Wilson, Alexander, Duntroon 400 200 Reid, John, Streamside, Maheno 100 Gibb's Lea, Ngapara 215 172 Wilson, James,Papakaio 117 Reid, T., 530 400 Reid, Thomas, Duntroon 200 284 Wilson, John, Papakaio 180 144 Wilson, John, and Son, Duntroon 375 414 Riddell, Alexander, Papakaio 90 Robertson, A., Herbert 31 21 Wilson, J.,Tokarahi Valleyfield, Maheno 634 672 Wilson, J. and S., Papakaio 6784 5371 Robertson, J., 550 726 Robertson, James, Livingstone 5130 2955 Winchester, W. W., Duntroon 299 198 Wylie, W. W., Maheno 1736 1300 Robertson, James, Hampden .^ 38 Robertson, W., Incholme 293 222 Young, P., Herbert Waianakawa 60 90 Young, Lady Fox, Omarama 21000 21600 Ross, Angus, 132 160 Rosa, Angus, Rosebury, Herbert 886 900 Young, Thomas, Kurow 289 195 Ross, Hugh, Awamoko 553,719 507,347 Ross, James, Kartigi Estate, Shag Point ... 7804 6750 Roxby, Mrs., Oamaru 62 62 Rudd, G-eorge, Duntroon 449 MANIOTOTO COUNTY 570 500 (In Dunstan Subdivision). Russell, Peter, Herbert 493 Rutherford, Gideon, Kakanui 793 398 Agnew, H., Blackstone Hill 587 Kurow 8435 8423 Aitkenhead, J., Beck's 490 483 Rutherfurd, W. G., Rugged Ridges, 182 Schluter, H., Pukeuri Junction 194 35 Allison, Moses, Eweburn 560 541 Mrs., Eweburn 398 360 Scott, Joseph, Otiake Allison, 488 Incholme, Maheno 161 100 Anderson, J. F., Blaekstone Hill 589 Shaw, John, 89 Nil Sheehy and McMillan, Kakanui 25 Andrews, Thomas, Kyeburn Kurow 220 480 Armitage, Henry, Blaekstone Hill 326 300 Shine, Cornelius, 296 1444 Shine, John, Kurow 72 55 Armstrong, William, Beck's 117 Arthur, A., Hyde 1079 1266 Shirres, William, Georgetown 120 66 Sim, Alexander, Tullymett, Herbert 1333 911 Ballard, Harriet, Cambrians 265 Baxter Brothers, Hamilton's 398 350 Sim, Alexander, Weston 385 377 Simmons, John, Hillgrove 249 271 Baxter, W., Waipiata Donald, Otiake 650 1025 Beattie, J., Cambrians 800 575 Simpson, 645 695 Simpson, Robert, Livingstone 198 212 Beck, Charles, Rough Ridge 484 Beek, James, Naseby 65 65 Simpson, W., Otiake 356 1632 Simpson, Wm., Great King Street, Dunedin 380 Nil Black, James, GKmmorburn ... Hilderthorpe 102 78 Blakely, J., Patearoa 3032 3000 Simpson, William, 1009 1105 Smillie, Mrs. J., Georgetown 282 195 Blakely, John, Gimmerburn ... 80 Bleach, Patrick, Waipiata 313 366 Smith, E. S., Ngapara 40 Smith, J.L., Awakino Downs, Kurow 1500 3441 Botting, &., Naseby Nil Kurow 350 505 Brensell, Charles, Kyeburn ... 193 127 Smith, J. L., Awakino Downs, 302 Smith, O., Georgetown 262 195 Brown, Charles, Rough Ridge ••• 280 Walter, 1790 1839 Brown, Mrs. E., Gimmerburn 1467 1258 Smith, Livingstone 787 660 Spence, J. J., Oamaru 482 Nil Bruhnes, John, Hyde . 39 30 Buckland, J. C, Taieri Lake Middleniarch;... 4772 5162 Stark, James, Herbert 340 500 Stevenson, J.,Duntroon f>60 Caldwell, James, Wedderburn ,•■ 418 425 Stewart, H., Papakaio 100 195 Campbell, Mrs. Catherine, Kyeburn Kurow 800 Cathro, W. N., Kyeburn 55 45 Stewart, Robert, Blue Gums, 708 694 696 Stock, H., Maheno 17 Chapman, Gr. A.,Eweburn ••' 319 291 Christie, James, Hyde 487 446 Stringer, George,Kurow 596 18G Stringer, William, Duntroon 859 894 Clarke, R. A., St. Bathan's Sutherland, John, Duntroon 495 493 i leugli, A., Moa Farm, Gimmerburji 380 766 Sutherland, Robert, Duntroon 300 370 Cogan, Patrick, Patearoa 736 678 986 Connolly, P. A., Hyde 1115 943 Sutherland, Walter, Kurow 1087 2683 Sutherland, W., jun., Duntroon 900 345 Corem, J. and J., Hamilton's 2090 155 97 Coyle, John, Kyeburn ••■ 374 374 Sutherland, William, Livingstone 3S3 Swallow, Henry, Herbert 227 186 Crawford, Samuel, Kyeburn ... 137 H.—23. 115 OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT— continued. No. of Sheep on i No. of Sheep ou April 30, April 30, i April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Creighton, John, jun.,Kyeburn ,175 .129 Keenan, Thomas, St. Bathan'e 5004 5125 Creighton, Joseph, Naseby 214 282 Kerr, David, OHmmerburn 86 Cromb Brothers, Eweburn 409 398 Kinney, Patrick, Hyde , ,■■• 2430 1965 Crutchley, John, Kyeburn 1012 398 Kinsman, 11., Hamilton's • 394 289 Dalgety, F. G., Hawkdun, Blackstone Hill... 18726 18996 Kirkpatrick, H., Gimmerburn 4350 4050 Davenney, &., Eweburn 192 192 Law, S. M., Gimmerburn 496 Darenney, P., G-immerburn 370 394 Law, John, Ginimerburn 1567 1683 Davis, H. W., Q-immerburn 696 695 Law, John, jun., Eweburn 1780 1556 Davis, J. E., Gimmerburn 500 400 Law, Peter, Patearoa 580!) 5092 Devon, Mrs., Gimmerburn : 202 200 Law, St., Naseby 158 180 Blackstone 468 Dillon, R., H^ll, 122 170 Leslie, John, St. Bathan's r ... 687 Docherty, B., Eweburn 150 155 Lewis, Robert, Blackstone Hill 304 Nil Docherty, Charles, Gimmerburn 406 603 Lindsay, George, Gimmerburn 302 297 Dooherty, John, G-immerburn 503 464 Lindsay, Thomas, Wedderburn 290 358 Douglass, C. K., Kyeburn . 205 143 Little, Robert, Gimmerburn 436 '726 Dowe, E., Eweburn 244 239 Livingstone, T., Blackstone Hill ■ 477 391 Dowle, Mrs., Hamilton's 197 350 Lob, J., Naseby 176 161 Dowling, John, Hyde 908 928 Lockhart, Charles, Rough Ridge 396 398 Driver, E., Kyeburn 150 66 Lockwood, Mrs. Richard, Hyde 30 33 Duncan, D., Gimmerburn 280 436 Logan, Mrs. E. H., Marietanga, Kyeburn ... 1159 Nil Duncan, J. P., Eweburn 342 264 Logan, Robert, Te Whare, Kyeburn 3087 4476 Duncan, Mrs. S., Eweburn .... 440 398 Lory, Jacob, Naseby 482 500 Dunsmuir, Allan, Blaekstone Hill 187 Nil Lory, James, Eweburn 694 597 Durward, John, Kyeburn 151 151 Lowis, Samuel, Blackstone Hill 185 150 Dyke, Charles, Patearoa .,. 45 Mackenzie, M. J. S., Kyeburn 18585 20846 Egan, Newton, Hyde 250 203 Mann, A. B., Lower Kyeburn 298 338 Ewing, John, St. Bathan's 997 854 Mann, J., Hamilton's 299 199 Fennesy, John, Naseby 505 300 Marshall, W., Blackstone Hill 222 451 Fennesy, Mrs., G-immerburn ... 197 200 Mathewson, Mrs. iD. B., Hyde 700 500 Fenton, John, G-immerburn 1099 1208 Mathewson, L., Taieri Lake, Hyde 1129 915 Ferguson, Thomas, Naseby '/,,'...' 66 28 Mathias, A., Hamilton's 3586 4068 Fisher, William, Beok's 500 405 Mawhinney, E., Wedderburn 399 405 Fletcher, John, Kyeburn 121 150 Mawbinney, T., Wedderburn 456 998 Forrester, John, Naseby .... 867 676 Mawhinney, Wilson, Eweburn 700 497 Gimmerburn. Forrester, W., Eweburn ... 188 Mawhinney, W. M., 685 863 Francis, R. L., Naseby 180 327 MeAtamney, Patrick, Rough Ridge 1956 1832 Francis, Thomas, Naseby •. ... 1303 1985 McCarthy, Mrs., Naseby 101 71 Geddes, James, Naseby . 486 499 McCloy, Hugh, Gimmerburn 784 600 Geoffrey, D., Wedderburn ■ 74 96 McClusky, P., Waipiata ... 150 Gerkin, E. P., Beck's 596 400 McCready, D. and W., Kyeburn. 6021 6841 G-lendinning, R. W., Taieriside, Kyefeurn ... 2306 1891 McCready, William, Eweburn 252 242 Glenn, James, Eweburn ,,. 192 290 McDevitt, Mrs. Ann, Blackslono Hill ... 292 342 Glenn, Robert, Naseby 486 505 McDevitt, William, Blackstone Hill 490 499 Gordon, Nathaniel, Wedderburn 198 185 McDonald, E. and J., Hamilton's 500 Nil Graham, John, Blackstone Hill 639 535 McDonald, James, Eweburn 286 167 Graham, Michael, Hamilton's , ...... 750 700 McDonald, Mrs. A., Sowburn ... 400 Greer, P. J., Patearoa 779 898 McEarlane, Charles, Gimmerburn 282 300 Hall, A. B., Waipiata 193 McEarlane, Patrick, Gimmerburn 299 497 Hall, T., Sowburn, Patearoa 285 291 McEarlane, Peter, Gimmerburn 494 584 Hall, W., jun., Patearoa 456 557 Mcllroy, Charles, Eweburn 197 287 Hamilton, J., Beck's 986 808 McKay, Angus, Hyde 50 Nil Hamilton, M., Becks ■ ,...... 495 508 McKay, Angus, KyeDurn 142 96 Hamly Brothers, G-immerburn 1198 1290 McKay, J., Wedderburn 194 173 . Nil Hanger, Samuel, Beck's ,:: 310 McKeeman, R., Blaekstone Hill 984 873 Hanger, William, St. Bathan's 1762 1558 McKnight, J., Blackstone Hill 1000 800 Harley, John, Riverdale, Beck's 356 400 McLean, Alexander, Wedderburn 438 493 Harman, S., Blackball, Linburn 237 234 McLean, Donald, Hyde 340 300 Harrex, P. G., St. Bathan's 997 967 McLean, Mrs. E. J., Riverside, Hyde 182 175 Harris, Samuel, Kyeburn 368 152 McLean, Roderick, Eweburn 200 200 Hastie, Richard, Waipiata 1797 1746 McLelland, D., Kyeburn ... 37 Healy, Thomas, Kyeburn 185 95 McLennan, Margaret, Wedderburn 818 705 Healy, Thomas, Naseby 172 McLeod, John, Gimmerburn 400 298 Herlihy, James, Sowburn, Hamilton's 329 142 McLeod, P., Morrison's .... '1100 1000 Highly, James, Hamilton's 60 MoNamara, J.,Lower Kyeburn ... 1644 1505 Hore, James, Naseby 331 499 Mee, Hinkson, Beck's 1260 1010 Hore, R. R., Kyeburn 677 697 Mee, Thomas, Beck's 404 454 Hosie, R., Naseby 167 157 Messent, D., Wedderburn 215 290 Howard, Peter, Hyde 1174 951 Millar, Robert, Eweburn ... 270 252 Howell, Mrs., Waipiata ; ... 1100 503 Millar, W. J., Eweburn 473 494 3430 Gimmerburn. . Howell, T. and J.,Waipiata 3830 Millar, W. McC, 700 606 Hughes, Hugh, Cambrian 856 593 Mulholland, John, Gimmerburn 464 483 Inder, A. and C., Naseby. ... 2040 2430 Murdoch, A., Ngapara 5454 5869 Inder, R. F., Naseby 295 145 Murdoch, George, Naseby 283 282 Jenkins, Peter, Beck's ....;.. 160 246 Murray, Roberts, and Co., Patearoa 24198 25993 Johnson, Robert, Blacketone Hill 1126 986 Nicholson, D., Rough Ridge 400 350 Johnston,F., Patearoa 274 Nil Nicholson, J., Rough Ridge 480 510 Johnston, James, Patearoa 278 Nolan, N., St. Bathan's ... 484 Nil Johnston, W., Gimmerburn 98 95 O'Brien, Timothy, Wedderburn. ,., ... 300 200 Jopson, Edwin, Rough Ridge 260 127 O'Connell, James, Hyde 356 305 Journeux, W., Naseby 394 405 O'Grady, J., Hamilton's 140 Kearney, Andrew, Gimmerburn 505 O'Neill, John, jun., Hamilton's ... 324 372 Kearney, John, Eweburn 1087 708 O'Neil, Stafford, Patearoa 292 374 Kearney, Neil, Gimmerburn 100 Nil Packman, Mrs., Eweburn 300 152 Kearney, Patrick, Eweburn ,.. 700 600 Paterson, Andrew, Waipiata ,,. 553 394 116 H.—23. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No, of Sheepon No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Paterson, Anthony, G-immerburn ... 171 242 Chappie, J. 0., Ophir 513 490 Pearce, Emelen, Waipiata 284 386 Charles, W. J., Matakanui 492 594 Pearson, Alexander, Kyeburn ' .... 1030 717 Clouston, Thomas, Ophir .?. , 800 690 Pearson, J. and Q-., Kyeburn 395 Corrigall, James, Ophir 590 796 Perry, F. H., Rough Ridge, Ophir 99 173 Corrigall, James, jun., Ophir 196 292 Pottinger, John, Eweburn 198 183 Cotter, Patrick, Hawea Flat 194 280 Preston, J. H., Longlands, Kyeburn 5593 4865 Cowan, J. B., Bannockburn 8500 7000 Price, George, Blackstone Hill 382 366 Crawford, John, Clyde 14 Nil Pugh, John, GKtnmerburn 302 290 Curran, Maurice, Hawea Plat 493 274 Ramsay, Thomas, Springfield, Hyde 94 352 Dalgety &Co., Morven Hills,Ardgour, Tarras 72000 80039 Raweliffe, John, Kyeburn 63 42 Davidson, James, Mount Ida 60 Reed, F. S., Naseby 574 373 Davidson, R., Lowbum 21 30 Reid, James,Kyeburn 100 91 Donnelly, Mrs. Elizabeth, Matakanui 995 955 Roberts, A., Hamilton's 52 Duhig, Benjamin, Lowburn Ferry 152 198 Roberte, J. H., Hamilton's 25 Dundas, W. V., Ida Valley, Ophir 708 Roberts, Mark, G-immerburn 453 845 Elliott, G., Queensberry 88 75 Ross and β-lendining, Lauder, Beck's 51657 50901 Flannery Brothers, Mount Ida 298 Ryan, J., Kyeburn 400 398 Flannery, P., Ida Valley, Ophir 400 Nil Ryders, A. St. G-., Waipiata 1234 Nil Flannery, Thomas, Ophir 100 200 Scott, James, Gimmerburn 801 594 Fleming, John, Kawarau Gorge 400 200 Scott, Robert, Kyeburn 18» Nil Fox, F. and T., Hawea Flat 94 Nil Scott, R., Kyeburn 900 1199 Fox, John, Hawea Flat 289 237 Semple, D., Eweburn 200 151 Gray, Robert, Hawea Flat 11 Sharkey, Mrs. Martha, G-immerburn 262 182 Grierson, David, Luggate 178 247 Shaw, R., Gimmerburn 150 500 Hardie, George, Ophir 138 141 Shea, P., Wedderburn 170 197 Harding, O., Queensberry 121 70 Shennan, Watson, Puketoi, Hamilton's 22260 10930 Harrington, J. C, Ophir 300 Nil Short, J., Wedderburn 77 56 Haugh, James, Hawea Mat 272 137 Sinclair, Robert, Gimmerburn 150 152 Henderson, John, Tarras 200 200 Smith, J. R., Naseby 293 233 Horn, F. and A., Bannockburn 70 47 Smithson, Richard, Hyde 300 100 Huddleston, Christopher, Matakanui 180 162 Spain, Thomas, Ophir 1100 1297 Hurley, Michael, Makarora 51 21 Spedderi, James, G-immerburn 698 596 Isbister, Malcolm, Ophir 160 166 Staveley, John, Rough Ridge 298 197 Iversen, A. C, Earnscleugh Flat, Alexandra 771 794 Stephens, Thomas, Naseby 293 298 Johnston, Thomas, Cromwell 95 ■ 157 Strode, W., Kyeburn 78 Jopp, Andrew, Moutere, Alexandra South ... 14582 15120 Sutherland, Q-., Kokonga 87 Kane, John, Luggate, Cromwell 700 500 Tate, Thomas, Patearoa 85 Kemp, J. R., Bald HillFlat 25 Tannahill, Margaret, Styx, Linburn 117 200 Kingan, William, Hawea Flat 800 485 Taylor, John, Kyeburn 443 443 Kinney, Alexander, Ophir 2402 2397 Tillick, W. R., Rough Ridge 583 495 Laidlaw, W., Matakanui, Ophir 23047 22432 Tregonning, W. H., Waipiata . 598 604 Laidlaw, W. S., Earnseleugh, Clyde 12511 234 Trotter, Robert, Hyde 553 590 Leask, William, Ophir 853 600 Turnbull, G., Hillside, Blackstone Hill 190 220 Lee, Edward, Ophir 92 96 Turnbull, R. M., Patearoa 25772 25704 Love, Robert, Ida Valley, Ophir 530 420 Turnbull, W., Blackstone Hill 280 370 Macdonald, Malcolm, Ophir 896 569 Turner, Watson, Blackstone Hill 48 53 Martin, H. R., Beck's . 362 Ml Udy, Emmeline, Hamilton's 202. 282 Mason, George, Queensberry 66 99 Waddell, S., Blackstone 122 McAdie, George, Ida Valley, Ophir 62 91 Weir, John, Gimmerburn .. 647 755 McArthur, J., Clyde 1396 1299 Wells, E., Patearoa ' 110 McCarthy, John, Hawea Flat 485 413 Whitehead, W., Naseby 190 199 McDonald, Patrick, Ida Valley, Ophir 756 676 Williamson, Edgar, Blackstone Hill 390 494 McGettigan and Sorreneon, Bald Hill Flat... 460 500 Williamson, John, Hyde 1596 1200 Mclntosli, Alexander, Ida Valley, Ophir .... 1004 800 Williamson, Mrs. K., Hyde 1030 Nil Melntosh, G. N., Ida Valley, Ophir 1000 1059 Williamson, K., Hyde 400 1281 Mclntosh, Peter, Tarras 70 100 Wilson, Robert, Patearoa 574 570 Mclntosh, Robert, Disputed Spur, Ophir ... 326 334 Young, J. 0., Waipiata 250 183 Mclntosh, R., Ida Valley Farm, Ophir 2400 2245 Mclntosh, W. K., Ophir 397 404 327,681 328,704 McLean, John, Bendigo 147 92 McLennan, Joseph, Hawea Flat ... 90 32 VINCENT COUNTY McLennan, Murdoch, Hawea Flat . 130 (In Dunstan Subdivision). McLeod, Archibald, Hawea Flat 126 Ailfield, Charles, Clyde 61 27 McNaughton, James, Alexandra South 195 126 Alexander,' James, Ophir 565 450 MeRae, John, Tarras 493 734 Allen, Peter, Ida Valley, Ophir 302 . 405 Moran, Mrs. Lucy, Tinker's, Matakanui 219 262 Allison, Mungo, Hawea Flat ... 87 87 Morris, 0. J., Albert Town 140 177 Anderson, &., Mount Barker ' ... 98 Munro, Donald, Tarras 91 100 Anderson, John, Queensberry 51 ■ 28 Naylor, Benjamin, Clyde , 1231 988 Anderson, Peter, Ophir 198 132 Nevill, James, Ophir 400 100 Anderson, Thomas, Luggate 245 260 Neville, Thomas, Ophir 300 779 Anderson, Thomas, Ida Valley, Ophir 362 120 Neville, W. R., Ida Valley .412 706 Aston, Charles, Ida Valley, Ophir 100 91 N.Z. and A. L. Co., Kawaru,Bannockburn... 40600 41236 Bank of New South Wales, Ophir 87 Nicotaon, Donald, Ophir ... 211 239 Barnetson, William, Bendigo ... 240 271 Noone, John, Ida Valley, Ophir 1140 1100 O'Connell . Beck, C. P., Alexandra South 326 230 Brothers, Nevis 3500 3000 Bell, Dugald, Hawea Flat 2000 2000 O'Donnell, Charles, Bendigo 117 100 Bell, Sir F. D., Ida Valley, Ophir(Black's)... 22460 21995 Olds, Richard, Cromwell 6e 96 Brady, William, Ophir 150 183 Oliver, A. A., Clyde 242 162 Brown, Archibald, Beck's ... 500 351 Oliver, Lane, Bendigo 50 35 Butler, John, Bald Hill Flat 2016 2200 Parker, Hon. E. W., Mount Pisa, Cromwell 36767 37549 Cameron, Ewen, Hawea ... 1616 1030 Partridge, G., Sowburn 48 51 Campbell, Malcolm, Makarora ... 4258 3297 Partridge, H., Lowburn 86 96 Campbell, R., jun., Galloway, Alexandra S. 36531 32220 Paul, W., Ophir _ ... 185 17X H.—23. 117 OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 3 April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Pederson, James, Ophir 160 125 Le Franchi, A., Cardrona 60 Perriam, J. W., Lowburn 468 420 Little, Walter, Cardrona 172 175 Perriam, William, Lowburn, Cromwell 438 458 Low, Charles, Arrowtown 462 400 Phin, K. McL., Alexandra 1015 1175 Mabin and Mitchell, Pembroke -m 3500 Pitches, A.E., Ophir 385 346 McBride, Francis, ITrankton 3200 3800 Pitches, John, Ophir 2151 1793 McDonnell, Thomas, Arrowtown 404 472 Plew, F. W., Lauder Creek, Beck's 396 192 McKenzie, Alexr., Beach Bay, Queenetown 1412 2014 Polan, J., Bendigo 391 Ml McKenzie, Hugh, Beach Bay, Queenstown... 3040 4500 Poison, John, Bendigo 561 McKinley,David, Arthur's Point, Skipper's 1000 ' 1400 Purvis, Alexander, Ida Valley, Ophir 600 606 McKinnon, Angus, Malaghan's 95 Nil Raper, Francis, Ophir 65 36 McKinnon, H., Malaghan's 125 Bead, John, Matakanui 204 160 McLean, J., Half-way Bay, Q.ueenstown 1800 2018 Read, Stephen, Ophir 147 145 McLeod, D., Kingston 8000 10000 Ritchie, James, Cromwell 223 277 McMaster, John, Arrow Junction 26 Rutherford, R., Ida Valley 246 200 McMillan, Finlay, Skipper's Point 100 Nil Scott, James, Ophir 293 238 Meiklejohn, Mrs. J., Queenstown 2834 2720 Sheppard, John, Matakanui 806 303 Miller, John, Branch Creek, Cardrona 78 44 Sheppard, Thomas, Matakanui 400 Milne, James, Fern Hill, Queenstown 3500 3500 Sloan, James, Ophir 66 Nil Monerief, John, Gibbston 40 Sloan, James, jnn., Ida Valley, Ophir 697 Nil Monson, E., Queenstown* 80 110 Sloan, John, Ophir 880 1168 Murchland, John, G-arston 91 82 Smith, J. C, Bald Hill Mat 192 386 Murray, Thomas, Arrowtown 160 170 Spethman, C. H., Ophir 320 325 Naylor, Frederiok, Nokomai 160 158 Stuart, W., Ida Valley, Ophir 71 95 N.Z. Land Association, Lmt., Kawarau Falls 11450 12785 Tobin, Henry, Queeneberry 53 89 and Dooley's Creek, Frankton Towan, John, Grove Farm, Cromwell 195 194 N.Z. L.A., Ltd., Earnslaw, Lake Hayes, 3817 4250 Truesdale, Alexander, Matakanui 282 297 Frankton Truesdale, James, Matakanui, 299 Ohlson, P., G-arston 60 64 Tuohy, Thomas, Hawea Flat 490 387 Paterson, A., Ayrburn, Queenstown 2500 1700 White, John, Ophir 416 293 Paterson, W., Ayrburn, Arrowtown 18057 15915 Wilson, Arthur, Ophir 1720 1414 Plato, J. M., Glenorchy 604 Nil Wilson, James, Ida Valley 807 907 Plats, Thomas, Glenorchy 368 Wilson, John, Ophir 1695 1587 Prior, W. C, Glenorchy 65 Wilson, Thomas, Alexandra 287 220 Pritchard, Robert, Arrowtown 401 200 Rasta, Antonio, Gibbston 50 75 328,829 315,312 Reid and McDowall, Lower' Shotover 929 870 LAKE COUNTY Reid, Peter, Lower Shotover 282 262 (In Dunstan Subdivision). Scoles, William, Arrowtown 940 1133 Allen, John, Arrowtown 199 28 Seffer, V., Queenetown 70 64 Anderson, Gideon, Pembroke 73 Nil Southland Investment Co., Kinloch 723 728 Ashworth, Mrs., Malaghan's 45 Stephenson, W., Arrow Junction 76 Baird, R. H., Arrow kiver 740 656 Stewart, W. G., Mount Albert, Makarora ... 4328 3689 Baird and Elliott, Malaghan's, Q.ueenstown... 11810 11680 Studholme, R. and J., Pembroke 504 586 Barker, H. and A., Pembroke 1427 2217 Studholme, Robert, Pembroke 61 88 Broadie, D., Crown Terrace, Arrowtown 10 Nil Trotter, W. S., Greenvale and Lome Peak, 11423 13632 Brown, Alexander, Lower Shotover 142 132 Invercargill Brown, John, Queenstown 192 219 Trotter, W. S. D., Kingston 900 Butel, John, ArrowRiver 790 835 Turnbull, Mrs. A. L., Wanaka, Pembroke ... 9623 12434 Butel, Peter, ArrowRiver 68 78 Turner, J., Queenstown 55 65 Cameron, E. A., Closeburn, Queenstown ... 2037 698 Von Tungleman, R. P. B., Queenstown 77 Cockburn, John, Arthur's Point 197 237 Whites, C, Queenstown 199 194 Colquhoun, Charles, Pembroke 3488 Nil Waller, C. E. E., Glenorchy 3269 3239 Cronin, Jeremiah, Glenorchy Ml 150 Whelan, James, ArrowRiver 30 Nil Cumming, Wm, Malaghan's 142 196 White, George, Arrowtown 188 270 Douglas, James,Frankton 497 537 Williamson, £>., Garston 68 75 Duke, Stewart, Queenstown 2116 2116 Wither and Co., Queenstown 8400 10100 Dunery, James, Q-lenorchy 7100 7100 Wraytt, J. A., Garston 370 282 Elliott, Alexander, Kinloch 605 Ellis, Mrs.,Invercargill 9980 10116 154,320 164,746 Evans, Fred., Cherry Farm, Frankton 335 218 Fenn, J.C, Paradise Flat, G-lenorchy 1145 1347 WAIHEMO COUNTY Ferris, James, Pembroke 172 60 (In Dunedin Subdivision). Fitzgibbon, E., Arrowtown 145 130 Allen, B. G., Port Chalmers 1796 1800 Fitzpatriok, D., Spear Grass, Malaghati's ... 547 533 Amyes, R. H., Palmerston 350 256 Fraser, Andrew, Glenorehy 7K2 597 Anderson, John, Palmerston 294 420 Fraser, Hector, Greenstone, Kinloch 800 800 Arnot, Peter, Palmerston 294 884 Fraser, Donald, Kingston 118 Bayly, W. H., Green "Valley 1110 997 Gantly, Patrick, Arthur's Point 30 Nil Bell, A. D., Shag Valley, Waihemo 19436 18752 Goodman, Daniel, Branch Creek, Cardrona ... 30 24 Bennett, William, Hyde 3400 3064 Haines, C. H., Glenorchy 141 201 Benton, James, Palmerston 15 Nil Halliday, R. J., Pembroke 94 70 Black, John, Palmerston 96 Hansen, Christen, Frankton 296 298 Brown, T. E., Terrace Farm, Palmerston ... 798 531 Harrison, Richard, Garston 86 124 Bruce, J., Palmerston 25 Hazell, D., Miller'sFlat, Malaghan'a 182 162 Buchanan, Gilbert, Inch Valley, Palmerston 80 27 Henderson, Hugh, Gibbston 93 9fi Carnegie, James, Shag Valley, Palmerston ... 82 94 Ironside, John, Pembroke 50 50 Clark, Ed., Dunback 1064 Jolly, D. C, Arrowtown 150 94 Clark, Ed., Pahnerston 63 Jenkins, John, Arrowtown 20 Clark, George, Macrae's Flat 2176 2070 Kelly, Philip, Arthur's Point 100 113 Cochrane, William, Palmerston 472 390 Kerin, John, Cardrona 211 123 Cockerell, Mrs., Macrae's Flat 36 34 Kerin, P., Royal Burn, Arrowtown 594 577 Connolly, P. A., Hyde 1998 2461 King, Mrs., Haye's Lake 46 Coutts, George, Dunback 700 688 Kinross, Thomas, Gibbston 175 100 Cowan, Charles, Macrae's Flat 840 795 Lanibie, Andrew, Branches Skipper's 1585 1700 Cos, John, Dunback ,,, 97 76 118 H.-23.

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued.

Mo. of Sheep on Uo.of Sheep on

April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Craig, Archibald, Goodwood 137 55 O'Neil, H., Palmeraton 400 224 Craig, William, Shag Valley 398 363 Paterson, W., Palmerston 349 287 Cumming, George, Pahnerston 100 S3 Pearson, W., Moonlight 100 28 Nil Cunningham, William, Dunbaek 264 235 Plielan, Patrick, Macrae's Flat 20 Currie, William, Hyde 100 160 Philips, James, Dunback 239 294 Dalziel, James, Inch Valley 91 Phillips, David, Dunback 174 146 Davies, A. Or., Dunback 375 454 Pollock, William, Green Valley 100 70 Davis, Louis, Green Valley 152 142 Eandle, William, Moonlight 142 279 Day, Mrs. Amelia, Palmerston 6 Nil Kice, J. J., Dunback 8 Deem, John, Waihemo 100 78 Kitchie, James, Dunback 240 180 Dent, George, Green Valley 100 95 Robertson, W., Palmerston 50 12 Dent, Thomas, Green Valley 126 98 Ross, David, G-oodwood, Palmerston 1256 1300 Donaldson and Sons, Macrae's 1410 1300 Ross, David, Meadow Bank, Palmerston 5253 4200 Duncan, John, Hillhead, Dunback 294 258 Rosa, Donald, Ooulbill Farm, Palmerston ... 51 44 Elsom Brothers, Macrae's Flat 32 26 Ross, Gh, Palmerston lOoO 1100 Finnie, D. H., Moonlight 269 187 Ross, Q-eorge, Shag Valley 1918 1618 Flynn, Daniel, Macrae's Flat 190 196 Ross, James,Kartigi Estate, Shag Point 2500 2000 Flynn, Lawrence, Macrae's Flat 97 21 Roy, John, Moonlight 390 350 Fraser, Hugh, Palmerston 1800 1800 Service, J., New Smithston, Palmerston 200 145 Fraser, James, Moonlight 1150 825 Sheehy, John, Moonlight 384 298 Fraser, W., Moonlight ... 300 Simpson, Alexander, Macrae's 110 94 Freeland, John, Morrison's 6282 6976 Sinclair, Nicholas, Hyde 220 242 Garvan, Archibald, Dunback 187 211 Stanley, Thomas, Macrae's Flat 101 100 Gately, Thomas, Deepdell, Macrae's Flat ... 100 260 Steel, Robert, Palmerston 101 80 Geddes, James, Palmerston 738 740 Stenhouse, Mrs. Janet,Palmerston 596 492 Gifford. Lawrence, Moonlight 191 251 Stewart, James, G-oodwood 199 Gifford Brothers, Macrae's Flat 2800 2700 Stewart, John, Dunback 300 Nil Gilbert, Thomas, Moonlight 79 86 Stewart, John, Macrae's Flat 1082 1140 Glover, F. G., Dunback 196 185 Sutherland, George, Palmerston 218 131 Goodley, Alexander, Shag Point 1400 Nil Sutherland, J. and A., Palmerston 1313 1286 Gray, James, Dunback 700 Nil Thompson, John, Deepdell, Macrae's Flat ... 100 141 Griffiths, J. and S., Macrae's Flat 1368 1134 Thomson, J. S., Goodwood 755 441 Hanlon, D., Moonlight 508 397 Trotter, Alexander, Hyde 400 299 Hartstonge, J., jun., Macrae's Flat 1200 600 Trotter, Clement. Hyde 455 306 Hayes, John, Moonlight 354 352 Walsh, P. T., Dunback 389 458 Heffernan, William, Macrae'sFlat 200 400 Willcock, Lot, Dunback 180 193 Isbister M. J., Dunback 1300 940 Wright, Andrew, Goodwood, Palmerston ... 364 300 Jones, Thomas, Macrae's Flat 1300 960 Jordan, Mrs. E., Dunback 50 21 130,133 118,496 Kennard, Aaron, Goodwood, Palmerston ... 95 Nil (In Oamaru Kennedy, David, Dunback 574 485 Cameron, James, Palmerston 155 29 Kennedy, James,Flag Swamp 1016 1286 Chisholm, William, Palmerston 600 400 Kerr, Duncan, Dunback 100 102 Dreaver, Mrs. Janet, Palmerston 174 152 Kilgour, Alexander, Goodwood, Palmereton 760 793 Fleming, Anthony, Palmerston 102 97 Kinney, J., Hyde ... 490 480 Gordon, Angus, Janet Peak, Palmerston 182 200 Kitchen, James, Palmerston 95 90 Guffie, David, Palmerston 117 95 Kitchener, H., The Grange, Dunback 11470 4315 Jack, W. J.,Palmerston 70 52 Lee, Matthew, Green Valley 450 294 McGradie Brothers, Pahnerston 297 276 Matheson, A. McA., Hyde 1800 1100 McGregor, Charles, Palmerston 184 210 Matbeson, James, Palmereton 430 393 McLeod, Donald, Palmerston 30b, 300 Matheson, John, Palmerston 193 133 Russell, Mrs., Palmerston 425 500 Matheson, M., and Sons, Hyde 1075 1394 Welsh, Thomas, Shag Point 81 40 Matheson, M. E., Hyde 1400 1400 Matheson, R, Morrison's 3000 2797 2,693 2,351 McAdie, J., Inch Valley 47 (In Dunstan Subdivision). Mi-Bean, Donald, Palmereton 48 25 Hay, Mrs. M., Macrae's Flat 3651 2500 McCulloch, William, Dunback 637 Nil Matheson, J. B., Hartfield, Hyde 1500 1235 McDonald, A., Green Valley 398 Nil McLennan Brothers, Macrae's Flat 3330 3140 McDonald, Ewen, Green Valley 180 435 Teviotdale, Alexander, Hyde 898 597 McDonald, Mrs., Goodwood, Palmerston ... 40 Nil McElwee, Robert, Palmerston 100 80 9,379 7,472 McEwing, Dugald, Dunrobin 896 1200 McGregor, John, Waihemo 148 163 Total in county 142,205 128,319 McKay, John, Moonlight 100 100 KcKellar, M., Dunback 3430 WAIKOFAITI COUNTY McKenzie Brothers, Bushy Park Palmerston 8000 6021 (In Dunedin Subdivision). McLaren, A., (Exre. of) Greenfold,Palmerston 306 252 Aitcheson, Thomas, Waikouaiti 866 McLean, John, Moonlight 154 182 Allcock, T. and S. H.,Waikouaiti 798 894 McLeod, P., Islay Downs, GreenValley 4080 3598 Apes, James, Puketeraki, Karitane 60 Nil McLow, John, Dunback 1113 1013 Argue, William, Flag Swamp 46 7 McEae, Duncan, Macrae's Flat 1500 3021 Bannatyne, Alexander, Waikouaiti 925 924 Millar, Mrs. A. D., Green Valley 210 187 Bell, J. and T., Waikouaiti 294 197 Millar, Mrs. Joham, Palmerston 350 283 Borthwick, Robert, Whare Flat 880 430 Morrison, J., Coal Creek, Morrison's 866 645 B utter, John, Mount Cargill 11 Muir, A. G., Green Valley 500 700 Bray, Benjamin, Waikouaiti 1220 1200 Muir, Thomas, Shag Valley, Palmerston 1762 1341 Buckland, H., Kiatoa, Waikouaiti 12065 10241 Muir, David, Green Valley 1960 1950 Cameron, Alexander, Flag Swamp 97 Nil Muir, Ellen, Green Valley 600 500 Cameron, A. & R., Humtnockside, & Flag 394 457 Muir, J., Hyde 1150 Swamp Munro, Donald, Palmerston 100 100 Chapman, James, Dunback 2137 2284 Murray, Mrs. Jane,Dunback 80 95 Charlton, G. and G., Seaoliff 40 Nil Murray, John, c/o. Walter Murray, Dunback 496 375 Clyma, John, Spring Farm, Beaconsfield 14 Nil Murray, Walter, I'unback 993 1039 Coutts, John, Jane Field, Palmerston 200 130 Nolan, Mary, Moonlight 91 Nil Dempster Brothers, Flag Swamp 500 600 H.—23. 119 OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued.

No. of Sheepon No. of Sheep on April 30, April30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. I 1897. 1898. felOOJMJj Dempster, William, The Glen, Waikouaiti... 390 300 ! White, Merton ... 179 ■ 1253 Diack, J. P., Waikouaiti 191 Nil Wine, 0., Merton 96 61 Diack, J. and N., Hawkesbury 353 Wise, W., Merton 95 83 Dodds, A., Beaoonsfield 20 Douglas, J., Mount Royal, Palmerston 23595 23851 3,139 2,208 Dunbar, David, Waikouaiti 322 160 Duncan, John, Corner Bush, Merton 3650 3329 Tbtal in county ... 89,782 85,806 John, Pukiteahi Karitane, 98 87 Falconer, Mrs., Waikouaiti 41 Nil PENINSULA COUNTY Fell, Charles, Waikouaiti 12 Nil (In Port Chalmers Subdivision). Flannefry, James, Waikouaiti 875 Clearwater, Robert, Portobello 19 11 Fraser, G., Evansdale 92 90 Dickson Brothers, Belmont, Portobello 3550 4560 Fry, G. R., Waikouaiti 474 459 Dougall, J., Quarantine Island, Pt. Chalmers 70 51 Galbraith, John, Waikouaiti 150 198 Duckmanton, H., Newetead, Portobello 39 43 Gilchrist, Charles, Merton 174 160 Geary, W., jun., Portobello 23 12 Gilmore Brothers, Beaconsfield 1284 1493 Ghinn, Donald, Sandymount 15 11 Golightly, John, Purakanui 240 50 Harwood, O. and W., Portobello 300 280 Gunn, Alexander, Waikouaiti 1721 1691 Kellas, H., Hooper's Inlet, Portobello 91 95 Hagan,; Robert, Flag Swamp 488 372 Larnaoh, I)., Dunedin ... 447 849 Hallurn, John, Waikouaiti 598 689 Lee, T., Highcliff 45 92 Heeklei,, W., Hawkesbury, Waikouaiti 2829 1759 Lewis, A. G., Portobello 80 70 Jefferis, R., Knoll Farm, Flag Swamp 170 200 Lewis, John, Portobello 230 179 Johnston, Thomas, Flag Swamp 394 262 Macandrew, J., Portobello 559 497 Jones, J., Flag Swamp 63 71 MoAuley, J. J.,I Portobello 35 17 Kane, Peter, Fairview Farm, Beaconsfield ... 860 874 Mitchell, Richatd, Hooper's Inlet, Portobello 482 792 Kenyoii, James, Merton 345 Muir, James, Portobello 57 61 Kirkpatrick, A., Waitati Nil 46 Murray, P., sen., Sandymount, Portobello, ' 157 Le Brun, Ann, Cargill Street, Dunedin 90 93 North, Alfred, Portobello 598 493 Lindsay, John, Flag Swamp 293 280 Nyhon, John, Sandymount 465 378 Macaulay, John,Flag Swamp 600 536 Riddle, J. and J., Sandymount 590 492 Maekelden, Walter, Waikouaiti 294 275 Robertson, William, Sandymount 141 87 Mathews, John, Karitane 250 75 Ryan, Patrick, Portobello 20 Nil McBride, William, Cherry Farm, Waikouaiti 959 ■ 659 McCallum, F., Flag Swamp 24 7,856 9,227 McGill, James, Waikouaiti 160 70 McLeod, Murdock, Beaconsfleld 561 494 TAIERICOUNTY MeLeod, Norman, Palmerston 25 70 (In Dunedin Subdivision). McRae, Alexander, Nenthorn 1266 1266 Allan, John, Bellfield, Middlemarch 485 36 Moore, James, Merton 130 Nil Allan, John, Taurima, Allanton 1700 Nil Nankivell and Sons, Waikouaiti , ... 995 962 Allan, John,The Holmes, East Taieri 262 157 Neill, F. F., Waikouaiti 1530 1133 Allan, Joseph, Hopehill, Allanton 2670 2763 Orbell, A. S., Waikouaiti 4600 4700 Allan, W., Middlemarch 652 Orbell, Mrs. Henry,The River, Waikouaiti 9590 9480 Anderson, John, Riverside 10 24 Park, James, Waikouaiti 300 198 Andrew, David, Grange, Mosgiel 168 102 Paterson, James, Flag Swamp 100 91 Andrew, Archibald, Outram 29 Peddie, Thomas, Macrae's Flat 404 276 Andrew, David, Green Island 505 Pratt, J. T., Karitane 100 100 Atkinson, F., Middlemarch 122 193 Pratt, Thomas, Karitane 1120 700 Ballingall, Margaret, Clark's 772 696 Puddy, William, Flag Swamp 172 145 Barron, Robert, Hindon ... 368 200 Rawiri Mairai, Karitane 55 35 Bathgate, John, Island Farm, Outram 700 700 RusselL Charles, Seacliffe 108. 81 Beattie, Henry, Middlemarch 1936 959 Scott, Henry, Merton ... 49 11 Beattie, John,Whinfield, Maungatua 379 300 Sloan, &., Flag Swamp . 109 115: Beattie, Robert; Middlemarch 580 Souter, William, Flag Swamp 898 590 Bell, John, Whare Flat 102 102 Stringer, Robert, Flag Swamp 110 90 Bell, J. T., Waikouaiti 695 598 Sutherland, Robert, Waitati 24 36 Blackie, W., Mosgiel 617 Toomey, P.", Waikouaiti 907 648 Blair, T. K., Otakaia 350 Townsend, J. A., Waikouaiti 1064 1400 Blair, J. B., Abbotsford, Outram 496 360 Walker, Ellen, Flag Swamp ... 75 50 Blair, J. W., Outram 424 380 Ward, F., Waikouaiti 1112 1200 Boyd, A.and J., Hindon Station, North Taieri 6570 6275 White, R., Merton 188 Boyd, A. and J., Rockland, North Taieri ... 20426 21264 White, W., Merton 97 Brown, Alex., Lamb Hill, Abbotsford 7500 7000 Whitely, Alfred, Nenthom 900 1300 Brown, Mrs. Janet, Mosgiel 50 55 Wilson, David, Flag Swamp 17 23 Bruce, John, Allanton 1554 800 Toung, Alexander, Flag Swamp 132 Buchanan, G., Outram 488 73 Young, James, Flag Swamp 170 Nil Buckland, J. C, Rock & Pillar, Middlemarch 956 620 Burns, W., Whare Flat 37 86,643 83,598 Callander, J. and J. A., East Taieri 253 294 Cameron, Ewen, Middlemarch 2072 2109 (In Port Chalmers Subdivision). Carmichael, John, Outram 42 30 Campbell, A., Merton ; 143 158 Carnie, Alexander, Hindon 598 396 Foote, John, Purakanui . 161 149 Carruthers, David, Maungatua 144 119 Gordon, W., Purakanui 100 30 Charters, R., Ury and Springbank, Mosgiel... 173 144 Harrison, J. W., Port Chalmers 95 22 Christie, Thomas, Allanton 345 354 Jennings, W., Purakanui 352 55 Clark, E., Middlemarch 438 374 McGillivray, George, Merton 431 427 Collins, John, Mount Hyde, Outram 194 175 Mullaney, Luke, Merton 303 61 Crane Brothers, Otakaia 103 Percy, William, Waitati 57 42 Crossland, Thomas, Taieri Beach 15 Nil Robertson, J. E., Port Chalmers 80 Cullen, Robert, Allanton 470 382 Semple, A., Double Hill, Waitati 57 85 Currie, Williamson, North Taieri 1625 1640 Sime, James, Purakanui 235 229 Davidson, David, Saddlehill 18 Stevenson, John, Double Hill, Waitati 90 76 Dean, Alexander, Hindon 297 Nil Sutherland, James, Purakanui 500 500 Deans, John, Lee Stream 300 300 White, P. G., Merton 245 25 Dickson, Mrs. A., Kuri Bush 18 Nil 120 H.—23.

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheepon No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1867. 1898.

Doherty, F., Hindon 78 780 McDonald, Alex., Clark's 132 204 Dore, Charles, Middlemarch 6124 5622 McDonald, Duncan, Hindon 3332 3500 Douglass, Alexander, East Taieri 1750 2235 McDonald, John, Maungatua 92 96 Dow, James, Dowfield, Outram 55 40 McFarlane, A. and J., Dunedin 14 17 Elliott, James, Stratli Taieri, Beck's 1598 1652 McFarlane, M., Clark's 917 Ewart, Thomas, Hindon 761 673 McFayden, Niel, Middlemarch 97 102 Ewing, E. A., Whare Flat 786 474 Mclntosh, Angus, Middlemarch 982 894 Farmers' Agency Company, Hindon 3100 McLay, Thomas, Middlemarch 1470 1600 Ferguson, James, Woodside 384 400 McLean, Lachlan, Kilbride Farm, N. Taieri 18 30 Findlay, Mrs. E., North Taieri 131 16 McLeod, Stewart, Woodside 50 61 Findlay, John, Mosgiel 397 330 McMillan, John, Whare Flat 190 100 Finnie, E., East Taieri 42 8 McNeill, R., Middlemarch 100 Nil Finnie, Thomas, Saddle Hill 29 31 MeHhee, John, Middlemarch 996 991 Fisher, G., Outram 218 Nil McRae, Donald, Mt. Ross, Middlemarch 2049 2223 Fleming, J., Otakaia 27 Nil McRae, Duncan, Sfrath Taieri (Macrae's Flat) 4800 3000 Fletcher, P., Middlemarch 357 150 Mee, Samuel, Brighton 39 20 Flett, G. E., Otakaia 85 98 Miller, Mrs. Christina, Maungatua 904 1090 Forbes, James, Allanton 100 50 Milner, Celia, Longhill, North Taieri 192 200 Ford Brothers, Allanton 148 67 Mitchell Brothers, The Downs, Outram 1287 1297 Freeman, Charles, Middlemarch 2200 2040 Mitchell, H., Maungatua 151 Freeman, J., Abbotsford 782 627 Mitchell, W. J., Hindon 60 Fulton, F. C, Lee Flat, Outram 1C113 7388 Muir, John, jun., North Taieri 429 Nil Fulton, J. (Executors of), Bavenscliff,Outram 1115 972 Muir, Robert, North Taieri 376 157 G-alagher, E., Middlemarch 506 500 Murray, H. J., Middlemarch 2257 1862 Garrett, John, jun., Hindon 51 95 Murray, John, Middlemarch 353 380 Gawn, Eobert, Deer Park, Mosgiel 638 130 Murray, Peter, Lee Stream, Outram 193 354 Geddes, James, Green Island 82 8"0 Murray, Roberts, & Co., Gladbrook, Dunedin 23838 25087 Gibson, A. P., North Taieri 900 800 Nichol, G-., Abbotsford Station, Clark's 11212 9732 Gibson, Eobert, Keinton, North Taieri 2922 3012 Nimmo, John,Ricearton, Mosgiel 1089 871 Giddings, W. J., Middlemarch 213 Nolan, John, Middlemarch 904 617 Gilbert, James, Middlemarch 140 Nil Nyhon, M. H., Hindon 488 Gordon, Thomas, jun., Hindon, Maungatua 130 195 O'Connell, E., Middlemarch 206 340 Gow, James, Invermay, Mosgiel 1210 609 O'Neill, Robert, Middlemarch 100 Nil Graham, Murdoch, Hindon 480 Palmer, Henry, Otakaia 1100 2200 Grant, Samuel, Middlemarch 102 Palmer, Thomas, Kuri Bush 82 81 Grant, William, Clairinch Farm, Outram ,.. 171 239 Paterson, Mrs. Barbara, Middlemarch 1417 1167 Gray, James, Kuri Bush 1076 920 Patrick, James, Outram 1000 796 Gray, Mrs., Maungatua 70 78 Patrick, William, Balmoral Farm, Outram ... 650 300 Harrison, James, Hindon 326 337 Peat, Andrew, Clark's 985 847 Harrison, James, Middlemareh 157 157 Peat Brothers, Mount (3-owrie, Clark's 2399 2444 Harvey, Eobert, Woodside 68 53 Peat, David, Clark's 1200 1030 Harvie, Andrew, Middlemarch 62 Peat, John, Clark's 987 996 Hastie, A., jun., Allanton 250 152 Perkins, George, Kuri Bush 42 32 Hinchcliffe, A. B., Hindon 292 271 Pogson, Or. W., Cottesbrook and Barewood, 2241 1556 Heenan, Daniel, Maungatua 750 698 Middlemarch Heenan, Edward, Maungatua 790 800 Popham, Thomas, Middlemarch 1675 1773 Heenan, Mrs., Maungatua 203 285 Potter, Thomas, Clark's 1391 1100 Higgins, Charles, Hindon 1534 1673 Reid, D., Salisbury Farm, Dunedin 925 870 Higgins, William, Middlemarch 100 100 Reid, W. and N., Deep Stream, Outram 888 5650 Hudson, E., Dunedin 46 Reid,W. and N., Maungatua, Outram 5312 Nil Hughan, David, Taieri Beach 136 Nil Robertson, J. and A., Outram 272 82 & Berwick 4000 3930 Hunter, J., Saddle Hill 98 40 Robinson, R. L., Waipori Granton, JafEray, W., Saddle Park, East Taieri 791 648 Robinson, Robert, jun., Berwick 200 800 Jenkins, W., Burke's 35 Nil Rollinson, S., Whare Flat 100 80 Jones, W. G., Middlemarch 92 100 Ross and G-lendining,Barewood, Dunedin 14756 13260 Junge, Louis, Middlemareh 255 298 Runciman, R., Brighton 18 Nil Kennedy, W., Shannon, Clark's 395 400 Scott, W. A., Middlemarch. 50 45 Kerr, Mrs., Middlemarch 354 498 Shand, William, Allanton 1780 1654 Keveleskie, F., Allanton 60 66 Shennan, John, Berwick 30 50 Kirkland, William, Middlemarch 512 680 Sidey, John, jun., Middlemarch 2300 2200 Knudsen, Charles, Middlemarch Nil 93 Smith, C. D., Middlemarch 15 100 Law, Eobert, East Taieri 14 140 Sparks, Robert, Maungatua 242 18 196 Le Cren, H. J., (Exors.), Clark's 8000 7913 Spratt, P., Middlemarch 190 Leishman, Eobert, Whare Flat 396 300 Sounness, A. and A., Shandfield, Otakaia ... Nil 75 Leitch, Peter, Kuri Bush Nil 24 Sounness, J., Otakaia 67 44 Livingston, A., Taieri Beach 70 Nil Stephenson, R. S., Middlemarch 50 73 Lobb, A., Brighton 184 153 SteTenson, Mrs. XJ., Allanton 8 8 Middlemarch 1188 Lobb, W., Otakaia 69 Stewart, Archibald, 1182 Lovell, G., Mount Hyde, Hindon 28 8 Sutherland, Alexander, Otakaia 190 171 Mackay Brothers, Hyde 1320 1408 Sutherland, G-eorge. Middlemarch 1979 1963 Macpherson, D. and A., Berwick 1490 Nil Sutherland, J. H., West Taieri 97 100 Maisey, J. M., Woodlands 40 Nil Sutherland, P., Otakaia 48 Nil Marclibank, Miss Mary, Maungatua 228 250 Thompson, A. C, Otakaia 441 Nil Marshall, Eobert, Outram 22 Nil Thompson, Mrs. Thomas, Middlemarch 1440 1747 Marshall, Eobert, Pine Hill, Dunedin 70 69 Thompson, Samuel, Wylie's Crossing 61 Martin, W. E., Lee Stream 530 Nil Thomson, Alexander, Maungatua 78 64 Mason, W. D., Middlemarch 183 Nil Thomson, Thomas, Maungatua 3C0 98 Matheson, Douglas, Middlemarch 2437 2379 Thomson, W., Banks, Maungatua 348 392 Matheson, George, Mount Allen, Hindou ... 2250 Nil Thomson, William, Green Island 90 Nil Matheson, James, Hindon 881 Nil Tisdall, Jamee, Middlsmarch 162 193 Matheson, E., Mount Allen, Hindon 2250 Nil Todd, R., Mosgiel 40 Matheson, T. aiirl J., Berwick 190 100 Trust & Loan Co., Barkley Estate, Q-lenore 22 704 McConnell, E., Middlemarch 200 Nil Trust and Loan Co., Traquair, G-lenore 6018 6720 McDiarmid, Mrs. William, Woodaide 203 200 Walsh Brothers, Kuri Bush 812 355 17—H. 23. H.—23. 121 OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30,1 April30, April30, April 30,30 1897. I 1898. 1897. 1898.

Walsh, John, Clark's 432 Currie, Alexander, β-lenore 25 73 Webb, Gγ., jun., Taioma 300 296 Currie, William, Burnside, Lovell's Flat ... 197 200 Webb, Mrs. E., Taioma 100 50 Dobbie, M., Clarendon 90 Whit.ton, E. B., Middlemaroh 197 170 Dolan, Francis, Milton 130 95 Williamson Brothers, North Taieri 325 284 Donachie, James, Clarkesville 182 181 Wilson and Scott, Otakaia 275 397 Douglas, J.,LiUle Valley, Millburn 80 70 Wilson, J. H., Eosebank, Berwick 180 183 Dowdell, W., Berwick 3200 4006 Wilson, Thomas, Kuri Bush 98 62 Draper Brothers, Milton 254 Wright, James, Broomlands, Mosgiel 262 14 Drinnan, D., Millburn 124 143 Wyllie, James, Outram 355 143 Drinnan, James, Milton 126 Nil Young, S., Mosgiel 76 32 Drinnan, James, jun., Lovell's Plat 279 183 Young, T. E., Outram 86 98 Drinnan, William, Millburn 944 1076 Driver, H., Clarendon Estate, Millburn 736 808 238,653 223,384 Duff, William, Mary Hill, Wailiola 800 1100 Dunlop, Archibald, Lovell's Flat 250 191 BETJCE COUNTY Dunn, William, Riversdale, Milton 1655 1182 (In Dunedin Subdivision). Durratit, William, Waitahuna 275 296 Adam, J., Bon Accord Lodge, Milton 600 783 Duthie, E. M., Milton 83 80 Adam, John, Clarkesville Nil 141 Duthie, J. A., Milton 584 Nil Adam, Thomas, Waihola 288 97 Elliott, George, Lovell's Flat 395 336 Adam, William, Louden's Gully, Akatore ... 47 56 Fahey, James, Millburn 93 86 Aiken, Thomas, Stirling 145 194 Fairbairn, Robert, Taieri Beach 367 349 Aitchison, George, Kaitangata 226 71 Fairburn, Mrs., Taieri Beach 80 Aitchison, James, Clarkesville 500 80 Falconer, F. and D., Glenkilrie, Milton 1035 1095 Aitken, Eobert, Milton 120 80 Farquharaon, John, Milton 425 593 Aitken, J., Milton 64 Farquharson, W., Lovell's Flat 299 315 Alexander, Thomas, Milton 53 66 Featherstone, Thomas, G-lenledi 95 193 Allison, Alex., Clarkesville 252 445 Ferguson, B., Milton 200 390 Allison, J. and J., Milton 896 988 Finch, John, jun., Millburn 273 200 Anderson, A. H., Stirling 600 610 Finch, Mark, Milton 297 172 Anderson, G , Balmoral, Stirling 140 80 Fletcher, Murdock, Q-lenore 50 94 Anderson, J. C, Stirling 200 700 Flett, II., jun., Table Hill 178 672 Andresen, H. J., Waitahuna Gully 594 599 Flett, H. B., Table Hill, Millburn 3268 3327 Annich, A., Akatore 40 83 Forsyth, A., Milton 440 233 Armstrong, A., Hillend 162 123 Forsyth, Charles, jun., Table Hill, Milton ... 418 Nil Armstrong, W., Milton 545 494 Forsyth, James, Milton 350 300 Athy, Sabina, Akatore, Milton 97 83 Foster, Godfrey, Millburn 757 399 Baxter, W. A., Circle Hill, Milton Nil 160 Frame, James, Milton 60 Begg Brothers, Hill End, Bishop's 20500 17000 Fraser, Alexander, Milton 368 352 Bell, James, Inch Clutha 100 Nil Fraeer, William, Lovell's Flat 198 145 Bell, William, Waihola 345 Ail Frazer, James, Taratu, Kaitangata 1458 1799 Bell, William, Stirling 200 384 Fyfe, David, Millburn 82 50 Bishop, James, Hillend, Bishop's 586 687 Gardyne, D., jun., Milton , 380 370 Blackie, Alexander, Kaitangata 495 624 β-erkin, H., Hillend 237 177 Castle Kaitangata Clarkesville . Blackie, Allan, Hill, 370 Nil Gibb, D., 400 230 Blaikie, James, Milton 12 Nil Gilroy, G. H., Stirling 499 212 Blake, C. P., Lovell'sFlat 147 92 Glenlidi Estate Co., Akatore, Milton 4000 3700 Borthwick, Robert, Taieri Beach 500 600 Glenn, John, Milton 160 Nil Bower, John, Stoney Creek 65 100 Goodson, P., Stirling 9 Nil Bower, Joseph, Pillans Koad, Balclutha 294 160 Graham, Alexander, Milton 110 95 Bowie, Charles, Hillend,Loyell's Elat 250 250 Graham, Mrs., Manuka Creek 148 60 Boyd, A. and J.,Lovell's Flat 3200 3200 Grant, Miss, Milton 200 150 Boyle, John, Milton 172 133 Gregg, W., Stirling 18 Nil Brown, Alexander, Milton 79 136 Green, S. E., Taieri Beach 77 390 Brown, James, Waihola 88 100 Grey, Annie, Adam's Flat 97 120 Bruce, James, Louisville, Milton 430 345 Grey Brothers, Clarendon, Millburn 763 Nit Bruce, Neil, Waitahuna 67 57 Grey, G., Millburn 827 Bryce Brothers, Spring Hill, Lovell's Flat ... 1364 1544 Grey, James, Millburn 140 151 Brysan, Thomas, Akatore, Milton 92 56 Grey, John, Millburn 904 700 Burke, Tobias, Milton 44 54 Grey, William, Millburn 877 716 Cameron, Ewen, Clarkesville 1583 1458 Groves, W. H., Akatore, Milton 89 133 Campbell, D., Stoney Creek, Balclutha 96 92 Guthrie, H., and Others, Waihola (Dunedin) 2444 Nil Campbell, Donald, Lake Waipori, Berwick... 43 35 Hagen, Barbara, Circle Hill 88 Campbell, George, Millburn 170 Nil Hagen, Samuel, Table Hill, Millburn 194 Nil Campbell, J. L., Manuka Island 572 998 Haggart, Hugh, Wangaloa 106 51 Cannon, Thomas, Milton 184 240 Haggart, J., Wangaloa 111 54 Carrick, A., Lakeside, Waihola 278 300 Hall, George, Lovell's Flat 556 600 Casserly, W., Milton 420 Nil Hall, W., Clarkesville 510 Chapman, Eobert, Wailiola (Dunedin) 1499 1*47 llalpin, Thomas, Lovell's Flat 130 175 Clark, David, Clarkesville 137 100 Hamilton, John, Clarkesville 150 170 Clark, J. D., jun., Lovell's Flat 618 667 Hanley, John, Clarkesville 272 89 Clark, W. and E., Adamsthorpe, Clarkesville 493 585 Harvey, George, Stirling 1185 226 Clark, Samuel, Lovell's Hat 91 Harvey, Henry, Lovell's Flat 258 Nil Cockburn, Walter, Milton 1100 1100 Harvey, James (Trustees of), Stirling 284 299 Cockerill, Job, Milton Nil 30 Harvey, W , Stirling 340 188 Corson, George, Milton 160 49 Hawker, Henry, Stirling 27 32 Craig, R., aen., Springhill, Manuka Creek ... 877 490 Hawker, Robt., Crescent Farm, Stirling 298 96 Craigie, Richard, Henley 200 325 Head, Mary, Millburn 505 Crane, James, Taieri Beach, Waihola 289 370 Henderson, John, Inch-Clutha, ClarkceviDe... 200 200 Cranston, J. C, Glenledi 484 483 Henderson, Robert, Table Hill 300 Nil Crozier, Janet, Waitahuna 386 380 Hewitson, R. and W., Lovell's Flat 590 790 Crozier Brothers, Manuka Creek 95 Nil Higgie, A.ndrew, Taieri Beach 56 96 Crozier, E., Eound Hill 85 Higgie, John, Milton 276 283 Cunningham, Alexander, Hillend 515 564 Hislop, A., Stirling 493 695 122 H.—23.

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1807. 1898.

Hitchen, T., Adam's Klat 1800 1397 Milne, J. P., Akatore 100 140 Hood, Thomas, Milton 297 300 Milne, James, Taieri Beach 97 161 Houliston, G., Mary Lea, Hillend 65 82 Mitchell, D., Ardmore, Wangaloa 546 295 Houston, J., Milton 100 Nil Mitchell, Mrs. C, Wangaloa 422 400 Howie, J., South Bridge, Milton 95 88 Moir, J. and R., Hillend 260 299 Hughan, John,Taieri Beach 197 110 Monfries, David, Table Hill, Milton 617 398 Hutton, Peter, Glenledi, Milton 200 283 Moore, George, Manuka Island, Balclutha ... 354 393 Hutton, R., Milton 76 71 Moore, William, Berwick 3113 3122 Inglis, James, Milton 483 525 Morgan, D. E., Taieri Mouth 352 Jarrie, James, Kaitangata 27 Morgan, David, Grlenledi, Milton 172 178 Johnson, H. L., Berwick 1400 472 Morgan, D. and D., Taieri Beach 186 Nil Johnson, T., Roseburn, Wangaloa 998 988 Morgan, James, Glenledi, Milton 124 Johnston, T. A., Lorraine, Balclutha ... 476 593 Morrison, Malcolm, Kaitangata 704 472 Jolinston, W. J., Milton 80 Nil Moeely, John, Stirling 1299 285 Kelly, William, Kaitangata . 98 20 Mosely, Joseph, Stirling 1650 392 Kerr, Abel, Clifton Hill Farm, Milton 370 390 Mosley W. S., Inch-Clutha, Stirling 2200 500 Kilgariff, Thomas, Milton 98 95 Muir, Hugh, Manuka Creek 81 Nil Kinder, J., Stoney Creek, Lovell's Flat 90 94 Muir, William, Manuka Creek 150 158 King, A., Hillend 99 122 Muller, Claus, Manuka Creek 19 84 King, Alexander, Stirling 131 119 Murray, Hugh, Forest Hill, Clarkesville 333 Nil 500 294 Milton 90 70 King, James, Stirling Murray, Murdoch, i King, E., Hillend 242 Murray, Robert, Mary Bank, Clarkesville ... 28 Kinlock, Alexander, Table Hill 215 Nil Nelson, A., Crofthead, Lovell's Plat 30 j Nil 91 91 Newbigging, J. L., Milton 265 296 Kreft, John, Milton J 315 Kydd, George, Wangaloa 181 195 Nicholas, J., Waihola 328 Kaitangata 4151 4802 N.Z. Trust and Loan Co., Roxburgh, GHenore 10268 9910 Landells, James, 800 Lane, E. M., Glenore 14 Nil Noble, W., Hillingdon, Milton 790 Lawrence, James, SeaView, Kaitangata 130 71 Norrie, J., Milton 294 73 Lawrence, John, Wangaloa 60 Ottrey, G-eorge, Milton 94 Nil Lawrence, Thomas, Kaitangata 100 Nil Palmer, E. F., Meadow Bank, Clarkesville -.. 1119 1688 Liddell, J.,Taieri Beach 3143 570 Palmer, John, Mount Stewart, Glenore 346 800 Birkenshaw, Milton 162 141 Parker, Benjamin, Stirling 120 Nil Lindsay, George, 231 Little, James, Hillend 131 118 Parker, Thomas, Stirling Little, Thomas, Hillend 224 416 Parlane, Andrew, Milton 129 121 Taieri Beach 70 180 Pascall, W. J,, Adam's Flat 45 Livingtone, A., 6000 Lockharfc, James, Milton 231 363 Paterson, R., Barnego Falls, Balclutha 7200 G., Milton 80 260 Paterson, R., jun., Hill End, Balclutha 417 333 Lockhart, R. 233 Lockhart, William, Milton 81 15 Patterson, John, Millburn 388 Lowery, Alexander, Lovell's Flat 563 259 Paul, Robert, Milton 187 93 Lowery, Charles, Lovell's Flat 230 276 Pearson, James, G-lenledi 200 200 Stirling 8 10 Pearson, John, GHenledi ... 245 190 Lowery, John, 160 140 Lowery, Thomas, Clarkeeville 280 258 Pearson, Joseph, Glenledi Maby, Patrick, Milton 41 69 Petrie, James, Stirling 120 98 Stony Creek 90 Nil Pettii»rew, Thomas, Manuka Creek 221 171 Marshall, Matthew, 41 28 Martin, George, Southbridge, Milton 1156 484 Pillans, Miss A. S., Stirling Fairfax 140 Pillans, W. S., Balclutha 581 Nil Martin, John, 95 85 Matthew, Charles, Millburn 51 57 Porter, J., Milton Michael, Table Hill 91 63 Prentice, James, Waipori, Berwick 986 1000 McAlpine, 325 134 McCallum, Archibald, Table Hill, Milton ... 91 61 Pringle, J., Southbridge, Milton John, Table Hill, Milton 197 175 Pringle, Robert, Milion 90 105 McCallum, 231 199 McCaw, William, Glenore 406 445 Pring.e, T., Lovell's Flat McCorkindale, Adam, Manuka Creek 292 434 Rabbit, Thomas, Glenledi 300 292 McCorkindale, Alexander, Manuka Creek ... 39 46 Raitt, Jamea,Wimbledon Farm, Stirling 291 480 McCorkindale, Mrs. M., Waitahuna 97 135 Reid, D., Milton 515 258 McDiarmid, A., Inch-Clutha 479 385 Reid, B. G., Milton 398 325 68 Nil McDonald, A., Inch Clutha ■■• 206 Rekowske, A. F., Milton McDonald, D., Millburn 71 110 Riddle, W. L., Stirling 50. McDonell, George, Stirling 200 100 Robertson, Alexander, Circle Hill, Millburn 143 159 30 McElrea, James, Milton ' 233 338 Robertson, William, Wangaloa 12 Hugh, North Branch, Milton 372 125 Robinson, Margaret, Milton 61 168 McFaull, 142 177 McGuigan, James, Rosebank, Milton 68 101 Robinson, Robert, Southbridge,|Milton G., Kuri Bush 27 Robinson, W., Milton 987 792 Mclntosh, 226 Mclntosh, John, Bleaton Farm, Milton 90 260 Robson, Robert, Lovell's Flat 424 MeKay, James, Berwick 50 Rose, A. M., Waitahuna 600 Nil McKay, Robert, Millburn 202 102 Ross, D., Fairfax 22 McKechnie, Milton 155 67 Rose, Margaret, Clarkesville 142 388 A., 800 794 McKenzie, D., Taieri Beach 55 63 Ross and Cook, Mount Stewart, Maiauka Ck. McKenzie and Leonard, Bishop's 200 500 Roulston, Hector, Millburn 175 308 Hill, Milton 886 983 Roulston, Joseph, Millburn 360 298 McKinnon, N., Circle 120 196 McLaren, John, Table Hill 20 Nil Russell, H., Taieri Beach James, Southbridge, Milton 300 282 Russell, Thomas, Millburn 198 199 McLean, 93 93 McLean, William, Clarkesville 704 430 Rutherford, James, Inch-Clutha McLeod, James, North Branch, Milton 630 583 Salmond, John, Milton 690 486 of), Waihola 406 385 Samson, William, Wangaloa 347 245 McMaster, D. (Exors. Nil Henry, Circle Hill, Milton 282 190 Scanlon, J. R., Milton 293 McNeill, 585 McPherson, Archibald, Berwick 673 Scott, A. B., Berwick 574 D., Berwick 687 Scott, David, Milton 77 61 McPherson, 190 100 McPherson, D., Fairfax 20 36 Scott, Henry, Table Hill, Milton Jessie, Taieri Beach 130 172 Scott, Mark, Milton 83 134 Merrilees, 208 Miller, J., Hillend 1425 2120 Scott, Thomas, Milton W. H., Spring Vale, Manuka Ck. 1053 1111 Seed, W., Millburn 202 213 Miller, ... 40 Mills, John, Table Hill, Milton 150 15 Shanks, D., Millburn 76 R. and T., Southbridge 489 281 Shaw, Mrs., Berwick 122 Mills, 40 50 Mills, Thomas, Milton 40 33 Shaw, Alexander, Manuka Creek H.—24. 123

OTAGO DISTRICT— continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on N o. of CStaeep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 18«8.

Simpson, W., Hill End, GHenore 163 130 Anderson, Mrs. Isabella, Wainera 760 725 Simson, James, North Molyneux, Kaitangata 148 133 Anderson, John, Waiwera 600 300 Sinclair, Hugh, Mount Misery, Milton 200 163 Anderson, Peter, Waikoikoi 480 25 Sinclair, Sutherland, Waihola 162 147 Arnotfc, George, Rongahere 52 68 Sinclair, Walter, Waihola 798 790 Ayson, J. F., Albert Downs, Kaihiku 684 ■ 680 Smail, G-eorge, Bishop's 145 302 Ayson, Peter, Corrydon Farm, Toiro 991 836 Smaili, Andrew, Kaitangata 70 200 Bagrie, J., Artlmrton 171 131 Smaill, Charles, Kaitangata 544 364 Bagrie, Robert, Waipahi 1197 1188 Smaili, James, Mayfield, Inch-Clutha 383 267 Bain, J. M., Waipahi 148 80 Smaill, Robert, Inch-Clutha 300 168 Balloeh, Alexander, Gt-lenoamaru 52 Nil Smaili, William, Hawthornden, Kaitangata.. 278 248 Barclay, John, Te Houka 860 Smaill, William, Summerhill, Kaitangata ... 1096 1349 Barr, Robert, Waikoikoi 170 94 Smith, James, Waihola 498 488 Barr, W., Kelso 132 Smith, John, Stirling 139 130 Beattie, l>., Tapanui 668 400 Smith, Joseph, Stirling 223 150 Beccard, W., Waipahi 96 Smith, Joseph, jun., Stirling 780 700 Begg, A. C, Clinton (Dunedin) 4944 11000 Smith, J. Lee, Waihola . 296 Nil Begg, James, Clinton 3200 Smith, Peter, Stirling 590 390 Benson, Charles, Arthurton 200 192 Smith, Wm., jun., Stirling 423 Nil Black, A. and J.,Waiwera 155 Smith, Joseph, Wangaloa 56 Black, Daniel, Waipahi 91 98 Sneddon, Robert, Manuka Creek 41 93 Black, E. R., Owake 12 132 Someryille, J., Millburn 2397 2494 Black, Henry, Waikoikoi 455 400 Steel, W. A., Inch-Clutha 152 80 Black, John, Ashley Downs, Clinton 298 Nil Stewart, Mrs., Round Hill 90 Black, Thomas, Kelso 800 900 Strain, Mrs.Agnes, Millburn 151 189 Black, Walter, Waikoikoi 330 250 Strain, David, Avon Glen, Millburn 500 605 Blacklock, Thomas, Waiwera 267 159 Strain, William, Millburn 202 183 Blaikie, William, Waiwera 401 261 Stubbs, W. A., Milton 133 140 Boag, Robert, Waikoikoi 584 719 Sutherland, J. and J., Millburn 2163 1820 Bowers, David, Ashley Downs, Waiwera 375 280 Sutherland, Mrs. R., Table Hill, Waitahuna 98 70 Boyle, John, Clinton 808 800 Sutherland, W., Round Hill, Waitahuna ... 497 700 Bradfleld, Alfred, Tahitika 192 400 Telfer, Andrew, Waitahuna 183 339 Bradfield, Frederick, Tahatika 500 700 Thompson, David, Table Hill, Milton 600 24 Brand, James, jun., Windon 98 Nil Thompson, Robert, Springhill, Milton 43 92 Bremner, William, sen., Waikoikoi 182 191 Thomson, David, North Branch, Milton 730 886 Bremner, W. J., Waikoikoi 179 166 Thomson, Mrs. Joseph, Milton 160 192 Brenner, W., jun., Clinton 146 Thomson, 8., Circle Hill, Milton 99 Nil Broad, Mrs. M. A., Ashdown Farm, Waiwera 488 238 Thornton, Thomas, Milton 40 64 Broad, W. A., Clinton 197 189 Tough, John, Milton 474 280 Brock, Alexander, Waikoikoi 462 675 Tullock, W. P., GHenore 400 Nil Brook, John, Arthurton 29 20 Tweed, Andrew, Novell's Flat 10 Brooks, William, Church Hill, Waiwera 551 680 Tweedie, William, Milton 109; 97 Brown, Alexander, Wairuna, Abbotsford ... 7940 7701 Walker, S., Boundary Creek, Berwick .., 192 i Nil Brown, George, Clinton 150 130 Walker, S., and Son, Berwick 1780 2496- Brown, James, Waipahi 275 226 Wallace, Robert, Hillend 190 96 Brown, L. F., Clinton 597 679 Whalan, John,Waihola 91 55 Brown, W., Cat Craig, Waitepeka 92 90 Whelan, E., Clarendon 50 Brownlie, Mrs. Ellen, Kaihiku 198 192 Williamson and Sons, Millburn 1200 Brownlie, John, Waikoikoi 120 98 Williamson, Peter, Millburn 1200 1281 Bruce, J., Tβ Houka 900 Nil Willocks, John, Inch-Clutha, Stirling 187 71 Brugh, Mrs. Ieabella, Purekireki 4943 4016 Willocks, William, HiUEnd, Stirling 880 765 Burnett, Jamee, Waikoikoi 988 824 Wilson, Robert, Lovell's Plat 109 120 Calder, J. D., Ratanui 132 70 Wilson and Scott, Waihola 1348 1577 Caley, J., Purekereki 296 291 Wilson, William, Hillend 51 267 Cameron, Donald, Arthurton 298 297 Wisely, A., North Branch, Milton 760 770 Cameron, John, Waipahi 170 100 Wright, James, Stirling 460 72 Campbell Brothers, Balclutha 804 Nil Wright, Simon, Balclutha 1149 189 Campbell, Mrs.0., Nugget Bay, Pt. Molyneux 20 31 Wright, Stephenson, and Co., Coombe Hay, 6628 5579 Campbell, Mrs., Kaihiku 104 170 Milton Campbell, J., Warepa 1927 1950 Wyber, William, Milton 96 50 Campbell, R. and J., Balclutha 493 Wymar, A. A., Waitahuna 99 97 Carrick, W., Waipahi 150 153 Yorston, Hugh, Waihola 597 700 Carleton, Walter, Ratanui 20 8 Young, Isaac, Millburn 276 200 Cawley, William, Waiwera 166 203 Chalmers, A., Purekeriki 384 400 189,343 173,040 Chalmers, James, Clinton 606 698 Chalmers, Robert, Clinton 987 1081 (In Tapanui Subdivision). Chalmers, Thomas, Puerua 98 90 Bower, Joseph, Balclutha 296 160 Chapman, Thomas, Clinton 752 786 Rutherford, Peter, Ineh-Clutha, Stirling 40 34 Chirnside, Mrs. Elizabeth, Balclutha 20 130 Smith, William, Newton, Waitahuna 1228 1288 Chittock, Charles, Waikoikoi 263 409 Willocks, J., Hazledell, Stirling 796 796 Christie, James, Toiro 198 Nil Christie, John, Warepa 939 934 2,360 2,278 Christie, Robert, Puerua 156 195 Christie, R., jun., Puerua 21 16 Total in county 191,703 175,318 Clark, Hugh, Gorge, Clinton 102 180 Clark, Peter, Clinton 287 269 CLUTHA COUNTY Clarke, John, Clinton 1232 1263 (In Tapanui Subdivision). Clarke, P. and D., Waipahi ,,, 1870 1780 Abernethy, Joseph, Clinton 68 91 Cleghorn, John, Keleo 594 870 Aitken, Andrew, Waikaka Valley 560 Nil Clement, Edward, Clinton 300 462 Alexander, James, Clinton 353 189 Coghill, John, Kakapuaka 465 316 Alexander, Robert, Clinton 285 Collins, Robert, Waipahi 98 80 Allison, John, Puerua 294 256 Collins, M., Waikoikoi 590 Anderson Brothers, Carol, Waiwera 3400 3100 Cook, Mrs. A., Waiwera 305 300 124 H.—23.

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on

April 30, April30. April 30, April 30, 1897. 1S'J8. 1897. 1888.

Cooper, Charles, Gore 136 Harvie, W., Toiro 437 231 Corbett, Simon, Waiwera 80 90 Hay, George, Glenoamaru 358 300 Cousfcon, Edmund, Toiro 181 184 Hay,Mrs. J.,Hilly Park, Romahapa 2387 2234 Craig, W., Romahapa 47 Hayes, Edtnond, Waipahi 293 283 Crawford, James, Watkoikoi 300 297 Heaps, J. W., Purekireki 24 15 Crosaan, John, Keleo 875 1108 Heckler, Martin, Glenfalloch, Warepa 240 385 Cruiekshank, Isabella, Clinton 323 366 Hellyer, P., Ahuriri Flat 60 Cruickshanks, W., Kelso 452 400 Henderson, J., Romahapa 13 Nil Cullen, James, Kelso 523 304 Herriot, G., Pomahaka 25 Cumine Brothers, Warepa 7220 Nil Hewitt, John, Rangahiri 55 Cuniming, Alexander, Crieff, Clinton 968 988 Hitehon Brothers, Waiwera 392 590 Cumming, John, Arthurton 152 152 Hocking, Richard, Arthurton 554 293 Cunningham, G. W., Waikoikoi 498 999 Hogg, John, Waitepeka 170 302 Cunningham, W. Y., Waikoikoi 573 480 Houliston, Adam, Kakapuaka 165 187 Dalgliesh, William, Waitepeka 197 189 Houliston, Robert, Balclutha 85 123 Dallas, Charles, TMclutha 91 60 Hudson, David, Warepa 100 259 Dallas Brothers, Maryfield, Balclutha 2300 2615 Hunter, Peter, Balclutha 686 690 Davidson, James, Warepa 335 Nil Irvine, James, Wairuna, Clinton 778 485 Davidson, John, Clinton 476 670 Irving, Richard, jun., Waiwera 650 Nil Davidson, W. and E.. Clinton 181 257 Jack, D. R., Clifton, Waiwera 432 599 Dent, John, Puerua 73 92 Jamieson, Thomas, Waiwera 297 287 Dickie, Mrs. M.K., Tyburn Farm, Kaihiku ... 130 100 Jefferis, B, J., Te Houka 1300 1100 Dickiaon and Fleming, Pomahaka 630 Nil Jenkins, John, Kelso 250 Dickson, Alexander, Clinton 95 Jenkins, T., Meadow Bank, Kelso 586 583 Divers, β-eorge, Arthurton 295 292 Johnson Brothers, Clinton 88 149 Donald, Robert, Purekireki 48 36 Johnston, Alexander, Puerua 112 152 Downie, William, Waitepeka 40 38 Johnston, A. D. (Trust), Paiwata, Ka.iliilui 281 332 Draper, G. W., Ratanui 131 57 Johnston, George, Kaihiku 150 100 Duggan, James, Clinton 130 139 Johnston, James, Ashley Downs, Waiwera ... 391 354 Duncan, A. and F., Owake 300 Johnston, James, Puerua 225 210 Dunn, David, Romahapa 175 177 Johnston, John, Kaihiku 1296 1234 Dunn, George, Puerua 92 100 Johnston, John, Waikaka Valley 607 Dunn, John, Balclutha 20 100 Johnston, John, Waikoikoi 198 360 Dunn, John, Romahapa 3S Nil Johnstone, George, Purekireki 298 370 Eason, F., Katea 20 Kean, Thomas, Clinton 152 182 Edgar, J. and J., Kelso 405 Kerae, James, Kelso 483 390 Edwards, John, Caldervan, Waiwera 2194 2098 Keys, Josiah, Newtown, Toiro 600 260 Erskine, T. H., Popotunoa 18 Kirk, John, Kelso 854 1000 Eekdale, Peter, Kelso 150 145 Kirk, Robert, G-lenkenicb, Kelso 1698 2093 Fahey, Martin, Rockview, Balclutha 200 240 Kirk, W., Waikoikoi 167 Falconer, W., Owake 20 Kirkpatrick, John, Horseshoe Bend 1098 1055 Farquhar, Robert, Warepa 200 394 Kirkpatrick, W., Romahapa 9 Nil Ferguson, Daniel, Garlow Farm, Keleo 370 487 Knowlee, H., Warepa 31 Nil Ferguson and Sons, Waikoikoi 287 287 Lamb, Robert, Wairuna, Clinton 73 51 Findlay, John, Kakapuaka 210 1000 Lamond, Charles, Waitepeka 111 106 Fleming, Adam, Gore 1233 1196 Lamond, James, Puerua 214 500 Fleming, John, Eldon Farm, Kaihiku 664 762 Lawrence, Robert, Waiwera 399 197 Fletcher, W., Waitepeka 50 100 Lawson, David, Waitepeka 350 320 Ford, John, Tahatika 15 Nil Littlejohn, William, Millbank, Waiwera 294 29s Ford, William, Purekireki 184 98 Lockhead, Thomas, Balclutha 100 300 Forsyth, William, Owake 246 Logan, Miss E. L , Clinton 4S0 500 Francis, Anthony, Clinton 108 259 Logan, J. B., Kelso 1872 2000 Friend, James, Tahatika 80 Nil Logie, R., Romahapa 40 Fyfe, J. and A., Rongahere 260 52 Ludwig, A., Waipuhi 100 Fyfe, James, Waiwera 443 210 Mackay, Alfred, Waikoikoi 153 Garry, Alexander, Tahatika 142 Nil Mackay, Gilbert, Balelutha 191 500 Geggie, John, Mount Bell, Puerua 408 398 MacKenzie, F. W. (Exors. of), Pomahaka ... 4800 5992 German, Sydney, Clinton 290 290 Mackie, Andrew, Toiro 69 136 Gibson, John, Waiwera South 8008 7642 Madden, Daniel, Clinton 300 300 Gilfillan, Robert, Waitepeka 102 Main, James, Kaihiku 53 18 Gillespie, G., Purekiriki 162 Manning, Mrs.Eliza, Waitepeka 58 Nil Gillespie, Thomas, Purekireki 100 98 Marshall, James, Kelso 456 554 Glover, Robert, Kaihiku 489 504 Matheson, A., Clinton 559 504 Gordon, Alexander, Warepa 149 135 Maxted, E., Pukerau 294 393 Gordon, J., Grove Farm, Toiro 366 293 Maxwell, Gk W., Clinton 192 258 Gormack, John, Clinton 96 136 McAdie, David, Balclutha 124 124 Gow, A, Waikoikoi 100 100 McCall, D., Rongahiri 97 Graham, James, Keleo 404 ! 921 McCall, James, Waikoikoi 150 170 Grainger, William, Kelso 525 121 McCallum, George, Waiwera 390 390 Grant, John,Waitepeka 30 18 McCallum, William, Clinton 595 500 Gray, Alexander, Waikoikoi 274 230 McCalman, Donald, Purekireki 487 394 Gray Brothers, Keleo 473 440 McCormick, E., Ratanui 20 Gray, John, Waikoikoi 179 97 McDonald, Ronald, Clinton 712 984 Green, J. B., Owake 244 485 McGaw, Alexander, Waiwera 599 fi38 Griffiths, William, Balclutha 14 157 McGillivray, C, Kelso 800 709 Gunn, Hugh, Toiro 34 84 McGregor, Donald, Popotunua 106 Hagen, Samuel, Clinton 295 288 Melndoe Brothers, Waiwera 275 Halcrow, Andrew, Kelso 232 397 Mclntosh, D., Glenoamaru 44 47 Hall, A., Clinton 476 654 Mclntyre, A., Waikoikoi 836 900 Hamilton, A., Clinton 300 300 Mclntyre, Donald, Pukerau 300 900 Hardie, Robert, Waiwera 376 369 Mclntyre, James, Owake 203 193 Harris, John, Kelso 89 150 Mclntyre, John, Waipahi 150 130 Harris, John,Purekireki ... 226 195 Mclntyre, J. Y., Waikoikoi 568 692 Harvey, G., Pomahaka 158. McKay, John, Waikoikoi 110 H—23. 125

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sbeep on ; No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, iApril 30, April 30,3 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

MeKenzie, Alexander, Waiwera 49 49 Rhodes, Mrs., Clinton 800 McKenzie, David, Waiwera 337 385 Rhodes, Thomas, Waiwera 95 30 McKenzie, Donald, Clinton 193 182 Rhodes, Watson, Clinton 1700 Nil! \ McKenzie, Mrs. —, Waitepeka 93 Riddell, Thomas, Warepa 450 423 McKenzie, William, Ardwell, Waiwera 438— 570 Roberts Brothers, Kaihiku 111 129 McKenzie, William, Waitepeka 190 Nil Robertson, D., Kelso 13S2 1446 McKerras, W., Warepa 297 204 Robertson, James, Waitepeka Nil 70 McKimion, James, Clinton 191 155 Robin, R. and A., Clinton 831 691 McKinnon, Neil, Clinton 543 363 Robinson, Gladstone, Waikoikoi 3209 Nil McLaren, John, Clinton 784 850 Robinson, Henry, Warepa 75 130 McLay, James, jun., Clinton 141 53 Roseveare, Charles, Waiwera 620 ' 790 McLay, Moses, Keleo 290 239 Roseveare, H., Waiwera 180 280 McLay, Robert, G-lenoamaru 110 99 Roseveare, Joseph, Waiwera 305 369 McLay, William Glenoamaru 71 24 Rosereare, Thomas, Waiwera 331 477 McLean Brothers, Waiwera 340 Nil Ross, John, Warepa 281 260 McLean, William, Glenoamaru 292 269 Ross, John, jun., Warepa 195 197 McLean, William, Waiwera — 540 Ross, William, Toiro 185' 158 McLeod, Isabella, Waikoikoi 188 98 Rowe, Charles, Clinton 542 700 McNeil, J. B., Blairdale, Balclutha 621 797 Roy, James, Wairuna, Clinton 173 199 McNeil, John, Balclutha — 100 Roy, John, Wairuna, Clinton 176 223 MeNoe, S, Keleo 180 393 Russell, Alexander, Kelso 564 475 MeNoe, S. and J., Ashlea, Kelso 285 400 Bussell, George, Kelso 440 11 McPhail, Alexander, Clinton 570 486 Russell, John, Kelso 72 89 McPherson, James, Kaihiku 50 87 Sandford, M. D. H , Toiro 100 100 McVicar, A. M., Puerua 157 194 Sarginson, Isaac, Toiro 165 73 Megget Brothers, Waipahi 100 124 Sangster, John, Wairuna 187 Meikle, Robert, Waitepeka 976 967 Scarlett, W., Popotunua 50 Melville, Andrew, Balclutha 17 Nil Scott Brothers, Puerua 1099 800 Mercer, Archibald, Waitepeka 424 102 Scott, James, AhuririFlat 188 394 Mercer, John,Waitepeka 200 Seott, James, Waiwera 749 930 Millar, W., Clinton —92 250 Scott, Patrick, Waikoikoi 152 123 Miller, William, Ashley Downs, Waiwera ... 196 184 Shand, Charles, Balclutha 100 162 Milligan, Waitepeka 128 130 Shanks, Hugh, Gore 187 270 E., 40 Milnes, George, Waikoikoi 788 794 Shaw Brothers, Clinton 98 Mitchell, John, Purekireki 700 692 Shaw, John, Finegand, Balclutha 1356 1260 Mitchell, W., Wairuna, Clinton 290 400 Sheddan Brothers, Kakapuaka 80 155 Moffat, John, Springbank, Clinton 484 396 Sheddan, J. and W., Toiro 785 897 Moffat, Robert, Balclutha 50 80 Sheed, Gordon, Wairuna, Clinton 383 483 Moffat, William, Helenslea, Balclutha 1297 1042 Shennan, Watson, Conical Hills, Waipahi ... 10912 8689 Moffatt and Sons, Kaihiku Farm, Kaihiku ... 606 785 Shiels, A., Purekireki 93 71 Morrison, J., Romahapa 48 66 Shiels, H. and J., Port Mplyneux 293 283 Morton, William, Puerua 300 259 Shiels, Robert, Puerua 126 153 Motion, James, Clinton 60 100 Sim Brothers, Purekireki 674 486 Muir, Hugh, Clinton 321 377 Simmers, R., Springvale, Waikoikoi 895 930 Muir, Mrs. A., Clinton 328 292 Simmers, R., jun., Waikoikoi 300 Mulraine, W., Romahapa 55 Nil Simpson, Alexander, Puerua 270 182 Munro, Donald, Toiro 161 Nil Sinclair, H. Y., Pukerau 392 393 Munro, William, Toiro 300 296 Sinclair, J. McN., Pukerau 486 596 Murdoch, W. J.,Puerua 262 352 Smart, Samuel, Waiwera 197 71 Murray, David, Pukerau 2826 2605 Smitl), Alexander, Toiro 645 88 Murray, Mrs. Grace, Meadow Bank, Clinton 511 689 Smith, Alexander, Warepa 252 Murray, John, Clinton 193 193 Smith, George, Toiro 597 660 Murray, Peter, Jestrond, Waipahi 666 689 Smith, George, Warepa 604 780 Murray, Roberts, and Co., Waipuhi — 5175 Smith, J., Glenurie, Kelso 695 700 Murray, E. S., Puerua 194 184 Smith, J. R., Arthurton 25 Murray, W., Nugget Bay, Port Molyneux ... 123 141 Smith, James, Waikaka Valley 646 490 Mutual Agency Company, Port Molyneux ... 15 Nil Smith, J. MoCall, AhuririFlat 1000 790 Nicol, Walter, Kaihiku 740 791 Somerville, J. and G., Waitepeka 368 578 N.Z. and A. L. Co., Clydevale,Waiwera 33250 36453 Somerville, J. G., J., and R., Waitepeka ... 350 358 O'Brien, Patrick, Kelso 188 900 Soper, Thomas, Balclutha 1250 1000 O'Connel, M, Purekiriki 46 Souness, G. 8., Purekireki 11 13 Olsen, F., Clinton —163 158 Spark, John, Waikoikoi 990 796 Orr, Alexander, Burnside, Clinton 500 600 Spittle, John,Waikoikoi 168 202 Pagan, William, Waiwera South 246 126 Stansfield, R. B., Ratanui 32 Palmer, James, Keleo 64,7 650 Stark, J. W., Waikoikoi 279 297 Palmer, William, Kelso 300 403 Steel, H. E., Wairuna, Clinton 295 276 Park, G., Keleo — 152 Steel, J. A., Kelso 275 181 Park, J. G., Kelso 395 322 Stewart, Alexander, Kelso 468 I 244 Parks, G., Waikoikoi 250 390 Stewart, G., Warepa 400 500 Paterson, A. A., Port Molyneux 283 292 Stewart, James, Warepa 300 400 Paterson, James, Kelso 47 25 Stewart, John Waitepeka 54 81 Paterson, Mathew,Kaihiku 155 120 Stewart, Robert, Gorge, Clinton 36 87 Paterson, S. B., Waikaka 670 377 Stewart, William, Waiwera 650 440 Paul, James, Waipahi ... 115 135 Styles, G. B., Wendon Valley 197 168 Petchell, H., Puerua 260 200 Sutherland, A., Balclutha 97 98 Petrie, Alexander, Puerua 300 20 Sutherland, Donald, Waiwera 356 Nil Quin, J. R., Wairuna, Clinton 95 Nil Sutherland, J. and W., Waiwera South 438 Rabbit, Patrick, Clinton 151 132 Sutherland, Mrs. E., Waitepeka 34 41 Rea, M., Wairuna, Clinton 382 402 Sutherland, Mrs. Jane, Kelso 194 211 Reed, H., Purekireki 3 Nil Sutherland, R., Kaihiku 478 264 Reid, Alexander, Waikoikoi 597 600 Sutherland, R., jun., Kaihiku 244 Reid, G. and J.,Waikoikoi 500 694 Sutherland, Mrs. Robert, Waitepeka 81 66 Reid, John, Kelso 297 292 Sutherland, W., Waitepeka ... 20 Renton, Robert (Executors of), Balclutha ... 1000 956 Tait, John, Waiwera 228 225 125 H,—23.

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued.

Ko. of Sheep ou No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Tait, Robert, Waiwera 327 192 Bulfin, John, Woodley, Tuapeka West • 539 1009 Tait, Thomas, Waiwera 446 330 Caffell, William, Dunrobin 200 122 Taylor, B., Port Molyneux 138 Cameron, H. and D., Waitalmna 2053 2084 Taylor, James, Springlands, Clinton 2263 2485 Cameron, Hugh, Lawrence 299 '378 Taylor, John, Clinton 100 98 Cameron, J. and A., Fassifern, Tapanui 1574 1166 Taylor, Thomas, Clinton ... [! 2780 3920 Campbell, Alexander, Dunrobin 92 139 Taylor, William, Waipahi 235 302 Carroll, John, Tapanui 87 Taylor and Sons, Port Molyneux 122 Nil Carson, John,Evans Flat 200 200 Telford, Robert, Derwentbank, Waiwera 200 200 Clack, Mrs. William, Heriot 200 200 Telford, W. and T., Waiwera 29042 24141 Clark, Samuel, Miller'sFlat 198 Nil Thompson, John, Tahatika 255 130 Clarke, J., Moa Flat, Heriot 68037 Nil Thomson, J. W., Clinton 1518 1439 Cleghorn, John, Bast Bank, Tapanui 192 169 Tilson, A., Port Molyneux 39 Cochrane, John, Tuapeka West 180 .Nil 57 Tolmie, W. A. (Executors of), Waipahi 16415 17174 Cockburn, G., Roxburgh 182 109 Townley, James, Waitepeka 40 Colonial Bank Australia, Moa Flat 67070 Trusler, Charles, Arthurton 140 245 Colquhoun, W., Lawrence 176 191 Tuck, John, Purekiriki 15 Coskery, Mrs. Robert, Beaumont 154 194 Tulloch, R., Romahapa Nil 580 Cotton, Robert, Waipori 5000 8852 Turnbull, Joseph, G-eorgefield, Waipahi 198 143 Courtier, William, sen., Roxburgh 323 384 Veiteh, Nathan, Waitepeka 31 25 Cousins, Thomas, Blue Spur 290 252 Walders, Edward, Waipahi 270 200 Cowie, Robert, Weatherstone 895 967 Walker, Miss, c/o W. Rhodes, Clinton 800 Nil Cox, Hugh, jun., Wetherstones 130 Walker, W., Rosebank, Balclutha 178 183 Craig, Hugh, Waitahuna 312 Wallace, David, Clinton ... i 1662 1487 Crossan, Matthew, Miller'sFlat 100 97 Ward, E., Ahuriri Flat ... j 25 Crossan, Robert, Roxburgh 483 398 Watt, John,Romahapa 203 272 Crowley, Mrs. Daniel, Lawrence 200 199 Watt, Peter, Kaihiku 834 847 Cullen, John, Horseshoe Bend 72 76 Weir, Bobert, Waikoikoi 43 50 Cullen, J., Crookston 899 246 White, Samuel, Pukerau 929 1231 Cullen, W., Crookston 976 462 White, Theodore,Waipahi 22 28 Cumraing, Patrick, Lawrence 68 119 Whitelaw, J. C, Romahapa 162 124 Cumming, William, Beaumont 200 150 Whitlaw, Peter, Balclutha 33 43 Cummings, G.: Beaumont 75 80 Whyte, J.F., Tapanui 1294 1248 Cunningham, Jas., Roxburgh 1431 1446 Williams, Morgan, Kelso 252 238 Dalziel, Mrs., Tuapeka West 360 409 Wilson, .R., Te Houka 816 1166 Daniell, S., Tuapeka Mouth 160 220 Woods, W. D., Waiwera 153 200 Diamond, Patrick, Dunrobin 506 506 Wyber, James, Owake 3 10 Dickison, David, Pomahaka 2235 2140 Williamson, Donald, Clinton 1573 Nil Docherty, Daniel, Kelso 25 Williamson, Mrs. R. A., Clinton 1278 Donaldson, John, Roxburgh 1809 1598 Wilson, G-. and R., G-lenoamaru 1016 1092 Downey, P., Tuapeka Flat ,798 399 Wilson, James, Annfield, Te Honka 146 148 Dryedale, John,Evans Flat 1284 1486 Wilson, Thomas, Clinton 361 413 Duff, William, Dunrobin 493 693 Wise Brothers, Waitepeka 1786 Nil Duffy, James, Tuapeka West 82 Wright, John, Kaihiku 490 490 Duffy, Phillip, Lawrence 400 25 Wright, P. G\, G-lenoamaru 42 26 Duncan, James, Tapanui 403 483 Wyllie, JameB, Waiwera 300 264 Dunlop, J. P., Heriot 710 900 Young, David, Riseland, Arthurton 360 289 Dunnet, C. F., Kelso 199 180 Young, W., Arthurton 160 187 Edgar, John, Burnfoot, Tapanui 962 952 Youngson, Alexander, Clinton 390 466 Edie, Edward, Dunrobin 692 600 Edie, John, Springfield, Dunrobin 1449 3100 299,322 302,254 Edie, John, jun., Dunrobin 24 677 Edwards, John, Waitahuna 100 122 TUAPEKA COUNTY Edwards, Thomas, Tapanui 300 245 (In Tapanui Subdivision). Elder, John, Roxburgh 739 798 Abram, Watson, Kelso 50 Elliot, Robert, Flodden, Tapanui 1133 1246 Aitcheson, A., Heriot 194 152 Elliott, Matthew, Roxburgh 12936 10048 Anderson, S., Lawrence 41 41 Elliott, Matthew, jun. Roxburgh 2000 Armstrong, David, Miller'sFlat 282 292 Elliott, Robert, Beaumont 1100 1000 Bam, W., Roxburgh 40 Eskdale, James, Tapanui 786 fi81 Barclay, David, Tuapeka Mouth 51 Eskdale, Mrs. J., Clifton Park, Tapanui 497 547 Barclay, L., Dunrobin ...' 200 298 Eskdale, William, Tapanui 995 1040 Barr, Adam, Rae's Junction 294 294 Fahey, James, Tuapeka West 168 288 Barron, Alexander, Dunrobin 1280 896 Fahey, Thomas, Evans Flat 1496 1380 Bartlett, G-eorge, Waitahuna 605 474 Ferguson, D., Crookston 220 320 Barton, E., Kelso 300 Ferguson, Malcolm, Tapanui 292 395 Bathgate, Charles, Crookston 803 597 Findlay, James, Heriot 86 97 Beard, Henry, Tuapeka West 990 1050 Finlay, John, Dunrobin 495 466 Beighton, James, Rae's Junction 96 98 Ford, Robert, Waitahuna 50 . . Eraser, Alexander, Clark's Flat, Lawrence 200 190 Bellamy, Jacob, Tapanui 140 91 ... Bennett, James, Rae'e Junction 1993 2084 Fraser, David, Tuapeka Mouth 364 175 Birch, Albert, Roxburgh 390 394 French, Margaret, Lawrence 93 78 Black, David, C.rookston 384 361 Galbraith, Henry, Waitahuna 5 Nil Blair, Mrs.,Tuapeka Mouth 252 186 Galbraith, J., Rosebank, Tuapeka West 900 700 Blakie, W., Heriot 300 Galvin, Patrick, Bald Hill Flat 207 192 Boyd, 3., Tapanui 34 Gent, John, Tuapeka Mouth 595 598 Bradehaw, J., Dunrobin 153 194 George, Richard, Roxburgh 63 76 British & A. T. & L. Co., Brooksdale, Tapanui 20719 19068 Goodwin, W., Tuapeka Mouth 47 Brook, G-., Evans Flat 245 292 Gordon, A., Roxburgh 1001 1315 Brown, James, Tuapeka Mouth 60 G-ordon, George, Heriot 100 200 Brook, John,Evans Flat 193 252 Graham, Moore, Miller'sFlat 372 380 Brown, John,Tuapeka Mouth 185 292 Grieve, James, Tuapeka Mouth 253 300 Brownlie, W., Crookston 282 279 Grundy, J., Lawrence 300 253 Bruce, Robert, Waitahuna 150 160 Gunn, Donald, Rae's Junction 160 150 Brydie, Alexander, Lawrence 430 578 Gunn, R., Lawrence 400 504 H.—23. 127

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued.

No. of Sheep on £Co. of Sheep oil April 30, April 30, April 30, Aprils. 1897. 1888. 1897. 1898.

Hall, John,Tuapeka West 132 212 McDonnell, J. G., Ettrick 40 Hammond, Mrs. Thomas, Waitahuna 150 161 McDuff, J. and D., Kelso 600 494 Hancock, Richard, Lawrence 96 192 McElwain, S. R., Heriot 92 60 Hand, James, Miller'sFlat 145 79 McEvoy, Patrick, Tuapeka Mouth 286 Harris, Mrs. A. G., Roxburgh 496 487 McGougan and Herbert, Heriot 166 82 Harris, John, Kelso 89 Nil MeGowan, John, Tuapeka Mouth 40 55 Hart, James, Tuapeka West 180 147 McGregor, Archibald, Dumbarton 2500 2280 Haugh, A., Dunrobin 186 179 McHarry, James, Kelso 187 191 Haugh, David, Dunrobin 1000 1008 Mclnnerney, Patrick, Tuapeka West 99 246 Haugh, John, Dunrobin 293 374 Macintosh Brothers, Dumbarton 97 142 Haughton, J., Roxburgh 181 183 McKay, Alexander, Kelso 276 174 Hayes, James, Tuapeka West 97 180 McKay, Hugh, Pomahaka 331 323 Heath, Robert, Dunrobin 65 113 McKay, W., Park Hill 260 244 Henderson, James, Kelso 1900 1750 McKeich, Robert, Lawrence 53 Nil Henry, S., Bellamy, Evans Flat 9105 10100 McKenzie, A. F., Dunrobin 500 600 Herbert, J.F., Ardmore, Kelso 12257 12395 McKenzie, Andrew, Park Hill 960 1116 Herriot, Samuel, Heriot 96 249 McKenzie, J. R., Pomahaka 396 Hetheringt.on, John, Tuapeka Flat, 6 Nil McKenzie, J. R., Pomahaka 391 Nil Hewitt, John, Tuapeka Mouth 46 Nil McKinley, John, Lawrence 222 131 Hiscoek, Frank, Roxburgh 93 80 McKinnon, John, Rae's Junction 1080 Nil Hogg, John, Evans Flat 626 855 McLean, Archibald, Dunrobin 606 Honner, Mrs. Bridget, Miller's Flat 120 60 McLean, Charles, Dunrobin 615 Nil Hore, W. M., Blue Spur 194 229 McLelland. William, Miller's Fla; 32 Howat, John, Tapanui 2082 2190 McLeod, William, Tuapeka Mouth 700 1000 Howie, John, Heriot 199 McLoughlin, Thomas, Roxburgh 481 368 Hughes, G-eorge, Tuapeka West 188 220 McMillan, Lachlan, Evans Flat 88 Nil Hunt, Michael, Evans Flat 128 198 McMillan, Thomas, Tuapeka Mouth 300 400 Hunter, Robert, Tuapeka West 94 83 McMillan, William, Waitahuna 300 350 Inglis, J.,Roxburgh 900 990 McPhail, Mrs., Moa Flat, Dumbarton 90 99 Jenkins, John, Kelso 300 Nil McRitchie, Norman, Tapanui 163 Nil Johnston, J. A., Pomahaka 339 330 McRobert, John, Tuapeka Mouth 2291 2189 Keenan, Daniel, Tuapeka Mouth 1294 1486 McWhirter, J. S., Miller's Flat 200 190 Kell, W. and T., Waitahuna 873 744 Milligan, W. D., Crookston 10 Kelly, William, Evans Flat 798 995 Milne, George, Waitahuna 160 232 Kempthorne, E., Heriot 2700 782 Moffat, Archibald, Rae's Junction 1382 1490 Kempthorne, F. J., Heriot 784 Monro Brothers, Lawrence 90 200 Kempthorne, S., Heriot 782 Monro, John, Lawrence 96 125 Kerr, John, Miller'sFlat 331 446 Moore, Mrs. Mary, Tuapeka West 79 30 Kerr, J. H., Dunrobin 300 200 Mouat, A., Tuapeka West 1490 1372 Kerse, Charles, Dunrobin 480 604 Muir, John, Dunrobin 302 296 Kerse, John, Park Hill 252 310 Mallen, Charles, Tuapeka West 87 180 Kirk, Richard, Heriot 398 399 Munro, Finlay, Lawrence 55 90 Kirk, Samuel, Heriot 298 300 Murdoch, R., Waitahuna West 293 180 Kirke, Mrs. J. P., Kelso 2979 2860 Murney, James, Moran Park, Tapanui 695 844 Klingst, C. F. A., Waitahuna West 72 171 Murray, George, Lawrence 156 154 Lamb, William, Tapanui 398 381 Murray, William, Waitahuna 995 904 Lichnie, T\, Tapanui 113 Osborne, William, Tuapeka West 609 571 Lindsay, William, Miller'sFlat 380 450 Ottrey, E. T., Heriot 82 Livingston, William, Waitahuna 4600 4380 Oxenbould Brothers, Waitahuna 256 300 Lowden, J., Keleo 24 Parker, D. H., Roxburgh 151 Lundey, James, Horseshoe Bend 57 53 Parker and Sons, Roxburgh 134 Nil Lusk, W. H., Crookston 490 547 Patterson, J., Tuapeka Mouth 47 Mackay, Alexander, Pomahaka 190 298 Pearson, John, Lawrence 50 98 Mackay Brothers, Horseshoe Bend 844 963 Perry, William, Pomahaka 379 Nil Mackay, John,Tuapeka West 492 327 Phillips, William, Beaumont 600 888 Mackie, John, Riversdale, Tapanui 779 700 Pope, Thomas, Wetherstone 10 22 Mackintosh, Thomas, Roxburgh 300 300 Potts, Andrew,Tapanui 476 434 Main, John, Beaumont 280 240 Potts, N. O., Lawrence 459 665 Manson, Donald, Waitahuna 72 20 Potts, Robert. Crookstown 493 461 Manuel, Moses, Coal Creek Flat 1000 759 Poynter, G. F. B., Pomahaka 273 225 Mark, Henry, Lawrence 54 Nil Pringle, F., Miller's Flat 351 372 Marks, Thomas, Surcullion Farm, Lawrence 69 150 Quinn, W illiam, Tapanui 191 1023 Mason, Alexander, Tapanui 113 Rameay, William, Crookston 500 583 Matheson, George, Lawrence 2458 2259 Ranger, George, Heriot 184 190 Matheeon, Mrs., Lawrence 210 250 Rattray and Sons, Beaumont 17619 19950 Matheson, Norman, Crookston 485 470 Real, James, Tuapeka West 244 262 Mayow, Thomas, Heriot 100 99 Reid, Simon, Crookston 1680 1600 MeAra, Robert, Waitahuna 330 295 Revie, Archibald, Crookston 1236 1236 McAuley, John,Waitahuna 400 320 Richardson, Robert, Miller's Flat 300 402 McCarthy, M., Miller's Flat 100 30 Ridd, Robert, Miller's Flat 202 150 McCaw, Robert, Waitahuna 375 450 Robertson, Daniel, Spring Valley, Tapanui... 503 494 McCluskey, Daniel, Weatlierstone 165 Nil Robertson, Duncan, Waitahuna 292 262 McColl, Donald, Vine Bank, Tapanui 174 164 Robertson, James, Lawrence 1060 1258 McCorkindale, D., Waitahuna . 141 Robertson, John, Crookston 583 492 McCorkindale, Malcolm, Waitahuna ... 795 468 Robertson, T. G., Heriot 1487 1500 McCormack, Norman, Pomahaka 170 139 Robertson, William, Lawrence 246 700 McCormick, H., Waitahuna 1300 1200 Rodger, J. D., Pomahaka 303 McCormick, J., Waitahuna 1300 1300 Rose; Ann, Waitahuna 600 McCunn, Robert, Beaumont 81 73 Rose, John,Waitahuna 2000 2400 McDonald, Charles, Crnokston 800 600 Ross, James, Lawrence 96 57 McDonald, J. and D., Tapanui 650 500 Roughan, Denis, Tuapeka 261 323 McDonald, M., Roxburgh 793 796 Roughan, Thomas, Waitahuna West 27 Nil McDonald, R., Ormaglade, Miller's Flat ... 11554 11761 Rowe, Alfred, Waitahuna 1050 754 McDonald, W., Heriot 200 200 Rowe, Eliza, Clarke's Flat 55 55 128 H.—23.

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. Jfo. of Sheep on JNC of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Ryan, Jeremiah, Waitahnna 34 Nil Aitken, J.A.,LasswadeF.arm, WaikakaValley 597 454 Ryan, T., Waitahuna 90 Aitken, P. T., Waikaka Valley 641 628 Scott, John, Waitahuna 97 71 Alexander, Alexander, Riversdale 187 167 Scott, Thomas, Waitahuna 152 192 Allan, Alexander, Pukerau 117 90 Serymgeour, W. T., Teviot Stn., Lawrence 32750 34772 Allan, James, Wyndham 116 Nil Slianks, W. J., Heriot 171 190 Amos, Peter, Mokoreta 1578 1420 Shearing, J., Springbank, Crookston 750 694 Anderson, G-eorge, Mokoreta 84 Shearing, Samuel, Crookston 863 695 Anderson, Henry, Otama 200 281 Sheath, William, Pomahaka 575 600 Anderson, James, Pine Bush -... 288 187 Sheddan, D., Tapanui 71 Anderson, James, Otamita 399 380 Sheenan, John,Tuapeka West 150 97 Anderson, John, Q-ore 700 509 Shiele, Peter, Miller'sFlat 432 Anderson, John, Fortrose 90 30 Sillars, John, Miller's Flat 602 699 Andereon, Robert, Whare Range, Gore 185 184 Skinner, Robt., Tuapeka Mouth 130 364 Anderson, W. M., Wendon Valley 150 200 Sim, A. H., Heriot 99 130 Andrew, David, Kaiwera 1159 1098 Sim, G. G., Crookston 600 600 Archibald, A. W., Wendon Valley 170 132 Sim, James, Crookston 1579 1512 Arthur, William, Anise Hill, Clinton 594 Nil Sim, Thomas, Crookston 698 297 Ayson, Alexander, Waikaka Valley 198 Nil Sim, Mrs. T., Crookston 297 878 Ayson, William, Waikaka 796 586 Sim, W. F., Crookston 532 431 Baird, Mrs. Mary, Gore 400 391 Simmers, R., Jan., Conical Hills 500 Nil Barclay Brothers, Wendon 314 541 Smith and Sons, Greenfield, Lawrence 31140 34677 Barron, Peter, Wyndham 194 Smith, G. A., The Downs, Roxburgh 2977 2847 Baxter, Mrs. Isabella, Otama 142 154 Smith, J.,Fassifern, Tapanui 1300 1391 Beange, Alexander, Oware, Wyndham 1200 1700 Smith, John, Avoca, Tuapeka West 1000 551 Beath, David, Chatton 132 162 Somerville, A., Pomahaka 880 850 Beaton. Kenneth, Tokonui G-orge 54 47 Spencer, J.,Dunrobin 283 193 Beck, John,Wendonside 448 460 Steel, John, Miller's Flat 72 60 Bennett, J.W., Otaraia 155 297 Stevenson, Adam, Beaumont 384 262 Bews, David, Mokoreta 200 280 Stevenson, Daniel, Waitahuna 300 279 Bews, Samuel, Mokoreta 200 200 Stewart, John, Crookston 292 294 Bilzon, William, Otaraia 53 131 Black, East Chatton - 200 200 Stewart, John, Iuapeka West 394 191 Alexander, Stewart, M., Tuapeka Mouth 33 Black, John, Kelso 200 Stewart, Robert, Crookston 293 306 Black, William, Fairview, Kelso 200 300 Sutherland, John, Waitahuna 4012 4116 Blair, Robert, Otara, Fortrose 23 Nil Swan, Adam, Heriot 300 200 Bowie, William, Gore 688 Nil Tatnblyn, H. A., Coal Creek Flat 372 343 BowmarBrothers, Otaraia 700 1000 Tamblyn, John, Coal Creek Flat 240 357 Boyer, W. F., Waikaia 45 69 Tamblyn, Joseph, Coal Creek Flat 488 367 Bradbury, John, Greenvale 245 193 Thomson, Alexander, Kelso 458 473 Brand, James, Wendon 97 134 Trimble, Mrs., Waitahuna 71 55 Brewster, James, Tokonui 153 323 Tubman, Edward, Dumbarton 404 527 Bristow, S. H., Mataura 198 171 Tubman, Mrs. M., Moa Flat, Dumbarton ... 1006 1006 Broom, Thomas, Wyndham 58 17 Turnbuli, George, Pomahaka 265 394 Brown, A. and J., Knowsley Estate, Mataura 1500 2515 Walker, G. S., Lawrence 400 167 Bruce, John, Otama 399 352 Watson, Campbell, Roxburgh 49 Nil Buckingham, J. H.,Waikawa Valley 266 205 Watson, R. G-., Roxburgh 99 Burke, John, Pukerau 150 300 Waugh, William, Miller'sFlat 670 670 Burns, Mrs. May, Wyndham 33 31 Webster, John, Waitahuna 70 92 Burrell, G-eorge, Waikawa Valley 95 90 Westcott, W. P., Cherry Farm, Ettrick 137 193 Burt, J. A., Cairn Run, Mokoreta 5500 Nil Whelan, Thomas, Roxburgh 2083 2273 Byars, Alexander, Gore 616 494 Whyte, A. R., Tapanui 144 116 Byars, John, G-ore 209 282 Wilde, Arthur, Waitahuna Gully 367 392 Calder, William, East Chatton 505 395 Wilkins, Timothy, Dunrobin 400 500 Cameron, A., Banvie, Mataura 950 985 Williams, T. E., Tuapeka West 150 300 Cameron, D. A.,Glenfalloch, Nokomai 12128 1268 Williamson, Sinclair, Waitahuna 194 192 Cameron, Donald, Mataura 392 393 Wilson, John, Wetherstone 8 Nil Cameron, John, Wendonside 700 800 Wilson, Robert, Roxburgh 80 175 Cameron, John, Bast Gore 1585 1450 Wood, Robert, Beaumont 1795 1786 Campbell, John, Niagara 47 Nil Woodhouse, James, Roxburgh 966 1092 Carpenter, Mrs. M. I., Tamlet, Wyndham ... 806 806 Carson, R., Wyndham 175 377,051 390,086 Carswell, Hugh, Pine Bush, Invercargill 1588 1253 Catto, James, Pukerau 151 210 (In Dunedin Subdivision). Chick, George (Executors of), Otara 999 1185 Blaikie Brothers, Hermitage, Waitahuna ... 394 350 Chittock, Benjamin, Waikaka Valley 587 683 Bruce, Neil, Waitahuna 67 Nil Chittock, William, Gore 150 144 Corry, Samuel, Waitahuna 88 90 Christie, Alexander, Waikaia 1100 1057 Cowan, John, Waitahuna 200 160 Christie, Andrew, Fortrose 12 Nil Evans, Thomas, Waitahuna Gully 185 188 Clark and Vallanoe, Riversdale 87 164 Fuldseth, Peter, Waitahuna 600 787 Clelland, James, Otamita 102 192 Jackson, W. and J., Waitahuna 410 386 Clement Brothers, Puierau 404 397 Redpath, Mrs. A., Annslea, Waitahuna 197 198 Clements, A. G-., Mataura 200 199 Ross, John, Waitahuna 400 368 Clouston, John, G-ore 148 124 Ryan, Martin, Waitahuna 393 300 Cockburn, Alexander, Waikaka Valley 153 153 Coekburn, John, Mataura ... 411 Nil 2,934 2,827 Collins, W. J., Chatton 115 80 Compton, Abram, Mataura Island 20 Total in county 379,985 392,913 Cook, J. Y., Mokoreta 50 Nil Cooper, Charles, G-ore 550 550 SOUTHLAND COUNTY" Cosgrove, J. B., Glenary 20 19 (In Tapanui Subdivision). Coster, Alfred, Fortrose 30 30 Bush Aim Brothers, Mataura Island 761 891 Couser, William, Pine 300 Aitken, Andrew, The Glen, Gore 9 25 Cragie, R., and Sons, Pukerau 375 390 Aitken, George, Wendon Valley 332 375 Craig Brothers, Wyndham 8 19 18—H. 23. H.—23. 129

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. ofSheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. ! 1897. 1898.

Crawford, Adam, Wendonside ... 174 555 Gray, John, Mataura 95 Nil Crawford, John, Kaiwera ... 597 555 Greenlees, John, Wyndham 303 392 Crawford, Robert, Mataura 78 41 Q-reenehields, John, Wyndham 152 Nil: Crighton, William, Wyndham 380 337 Gregg, G-eorge, Tokonui 87 59 Crombie, Robert, Otamita 391 594 Gregory, Archibald, Wyndham 258 Nil Cronin, William, Riversdale 94 192 Gregory, Mrs. Mary, Fortrose 30 18 Crosbie, George, Waikawa Valley 193 189 Grieve, Alexander, Wyndham 387 280 Crosbie, James, Quarry Hill 113 131 Gutchlag, William, Gore 138 147 Crosbie, W., Glen Fern, Waikawa Valley ... 192 185 Haldane, James, Waikawa 15 41 Cross, Mrs. Emma, Otama 453 452 HallBrothers, Wendoneide 306 1095 Cruiekshank, Adam, East Chatton 299 375 Hamilton, Robert, Riveredale 251 523 Cruickshank, A., jun., Waikaka Valley 154 172 Hanley, Matthew, Gore 894 980 Cuddihy, Thomas, Chatton 136 190 Hansen, Jens, Quarry Hills 189 290 Cullen, Peter, Pine Bush 598 646 Hansen, Neils, Quarry Hills 16 Nil Cumming, David (Trustees of), Kaiwera ... 196 174 Harvey, Andrew, Waikaka, Valley 500 258 Cumming, William, Waikaka Valley 1151 1217 Harvey, Mrs. Jane,Riverside, Waikaka Valley 34S 282 Cunningham, J. J., Fukerau 260 483 Harvey, Thomas, Wendon Valley 131 258 Curie, James, Sunnyside, Wyndham 468 386 Haetie, John, Mataura 40 200 Currie, Robert, Mataura 243 165 Hastie, Robert, Mataura 179 Davidson, Duncan, Riversdale 390 330 Hay, Albert, Pukerau 40 115 Davidson, J. H., Wakaia 380 577 Hay, James, Thorndale, Gore 121 142 Dawson, W., Eortrose 1193 993 Healy, Patrick, Gore 285 33 Dennis, George, Waikaia 251 297 Hefferman, Philip, Gore 174 140 Dickie, A., Matauva 410 542 Henderson, James, Wendon Valley 202 102 Dickie, M., Spring Bank, Mataura 600 780 Henderson, John, Wendon Valley 592 799 Dickie, Robert, Gainhill Farm, Mataura 89 124 Henderson, Thomas, Wendon Valley 299 400 Diekison and Fleming, Pomahaka 630 565 Henderson, William, Wendon Valley 142 148 Dickison, John, jun., East Chatton 781 612 Herron, Thomas, Pukerau 512 669 Dickson, John, Otamita 280 Nil Hicks, Thomas, Tutu Hill, Mataura 120 172 Dillon, John, Otama, Gore 3C0 Nil Hill, Philip, Waikaia 445 304 Dixon, Henry, Mataura 300 100 Holland, James, Gore 687 355 Dodd, J. A., Wyndham 390 140 Holmes, James, Otara 65 180 Dodd, W., Wyndham 323 325 Holms, Colin, Pine Bush 763 634 Dodds, Robert, Otamita 199 226 Holms, James, Waimahaka, Wyndham 1766 1872 Donald, W. A., Riversdale 262 476 Hoops, J. D., Otama 755 755 Donald, W. R., East Chatton 188 148 Horan, Edward, Glenham 70 Nil Donoghue, James, Wyndham 156 176 Horrell, H., Mandeville 127 100 Douglas, Hugh, Fortrose ... 87 92 Howie, Andrew, Wyndham 242 362 Doull, David, Wyndham 657 764 Hutehinson, J. P., Clinton 71 Dunlop, W., Pine Bush " 98 285 Hunter, Mrs. Margaret, Wyndham 400 1000 Duthie, Robert, Quarry Hills 60 91 Hunter, Thomas, Woodside, Wyndham 393 395 Dynes, Robert, Pukerau 487 686 HurleyBrothers, Waikaia 406 404 Eadie, William, Pukerau 468 661 Hurley, James, Wendonside 299 140 Earwaker, George, Tokonui 172 117 Hutton, John, Fortrose 45 41 Elder, G. R., East Chatton 947 990 Ibbotson, T. H., Waikaka 286 620 Elliott, James, Willow-Bank, Kaiwera 141 187 Ibbotson, W., Waikaka 176 208 Falconer, Charles, Gore 170 200 Irvine Brothers. Chatton 112 Falconer, Thomas, East Chatton 27 70 Irvine, James, Clinton 280 Fergusson, Peter, Wyndham 7Q0 555 Irvine, James, Mokoreta 225 Findlay, A., Wyndham 389 384 Irvine, John, Chatton 100 202 Fisken, John, Gore 91 95 Irwin, Robert, Menzies' Ferry, Wyndham ... 250 300 Fleming, Adam, Gore 488 1184 Ive, Henry, Wyndham 57 19 Ford, Anthony, Waikaka 96 Jackson, C. W., Wyndham 90 61 Ford, John, Chatton 150 102 Jennings, George, Otara 193 433 Ford, M., Greenvale 320 357 Johnson, John, Anise Hill, Clinton 698 Ford, Patrick, Chatton 1100 958 Johnston, Adam, Waikaka 195 242 Fortune Brothers, Otamita 181 14 Johnston, Benjamin, Briary Bank, Gore 588 545 Foster, Thomas, Mokoreta 300 300 Johnston, Edward, Wyndham 237 171 Fowler, David, Gore 65 78 Johnston, G. P., Comely Bank, Gore 631 614 Fox, G. J., Fortrose 23 Johnston, J. A., Waikaka Valley 189 230 France, R. E., Pukerau 330 400 Johnston, John, Birch Hill, Wyndham 254 200 Fraser, Donald, Gore 162 Nil Johnston, John, jun., Waikaka Valley 756 230 Fraser, Donald, Fortrose 157 164 Johnston, Mrs. Hellena, Wyndham 73 20 Fraser, George, Kaiwera 246 Johnston, Thomas, Otaraia 260 250 Fyfe, J. D., Quarry Hills 196 190 Johnston, Walter, Mataura 214 240 Gall, Alex., Waikaia 575 556 Johnston, William, Waikaka Valley 685 574 Gall, James, Otama Station, Riversdale 988 Nil Johnston, William, Gore 1434 1242 Gall and Paterson, Waikaia 525 586 Jones, John,East Chatton 115 81 Gallaher, James, Fortrose 95 77 Kean, Denis, Otaraia 163 270 Gait, Allan, jun., Kyledale, Mataura 186 200 Keith, James, Gore 1299 1278 Gait, James, Mataura 1707 2326 Keith, Robert, Waikaka 1100 1397 Gardiner, David, Stanley Hill, Gore 477 282 Kennedy, R. H., Otama 378 393 Gardyne, Robert, Waikaka 512 475 Kennedy, Thomas, Wendon Valley 80 70 Gerkin, John, Chatton 85 Nil Key, William, Otama 71 67 Gilohrist, Duncan; Waikaka Valley 301 270 Kidd, G. A., Mataura 103 Gillanders, Duncan, Wendonside 20660 20470 Killock, W., Mimihau 949 951 Gillanders, Mra. Mary Ann, Wendonside ... 849 1091 Kirk, James, Waikaka Valley 87 191 Gillespie, David, Waikaka Valley 264 243 Kirk, John, Gore 716 787 Gillespie, Mrs. Margaret, Chatton 232 221 Kirk, ,1. B., East Chatton , 94 34 Glendinning, Thomas, Mokoreta 75 Nil Laidlaw Brothers, Wyndham 1261 203 Glover, Adam, Pukerau 297 198 Laidlaw, J., Wyndham 683 Golden, H., Pine Bush 500 500 Laidlaw, William, Wendonside 154 152 Graham, Thomas, Otama 900 600 Lamb, John, Quarry Hills 87 200 Graham, William, Mataura 97 47 Lamb, Robert, Quarry Hills 16 130 H.—23. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. Uo.of Sheep on O. 01 Leep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Latham, Mrs. William, Gore 700 900 McLennan, K. and J., Mokoreta 600 698 Lawson, D., Waikaka 697 595 McLennan, M. (Exors. of), Mokoreta 790 985 Linton, James, Bdenbank, Wyndham 230 McManus, John, Quarry Hills 181 191 Livingston, Mrs. Mary, Mokoreta 100 27 McMillan, Thomas, Hope Hill, Gore 100 300 Livingston, John, Mataura 422 Nil McNab, A. (Exors. of), Thornhill, G-ore 926 1116 Logan, John, Otama 220 180 McNab, Alexander (Exrs.of),Knapdale, Gore 19662 16312 Logan, W. S., Otama 53 10 McPhail, James, Chatton Farm, Waikaka V. 692 692 Lyall, Thomas, Wendon 168 145 McPherson, J. O., Quarry Hills 100 100 Lyttle, John, Gore 100 99 McQueen, Alex., Waikaka 427 Nil Macara, William, Gordon, Gore 296 581 McQueen, J., Gore 1332 1677 MacCartney, W. T., Mataura 10 Nil McRae, D. K., Waikawa and Wyndham, 10130 10000 MacGregor, Alexander, Wendonside 452 380 Mokoreta MacGregor, Donald, Wendon Valley 197 200 McRobie, William, Otamita 25 MacKay, Findlay, Mataura 500 450 McWilliam, Adam, Waikawa Valley 83 64 MacKay, John, Otama 553 475 McWilliam, William, Tokonui Gorge 179 167 MacKenzie,Kenneth, Waikaia 403 470 Mee, Mrs. Johanna, Chatton 403 Nil MacPherson, Mrs. Mary, Gore 142 99 Meeking, T. H., Pukerau 271 223 Maher, Mrs. M. A. A., Wendonside 197 300 Mein, Mre. E. H., Woodslee, Wyndham 6271 10437 Maher, Patrick, Wendonside 205 218 Middleton Brothers, Otara 186 223 Mainland, Alex., Quarry Hill 199 181 Miles, Mark, Wendon Valley 394 294 Mainland, John, Waikawa Valley 57 Nil Miller, James, Wendon 20 Mallon, Peter, Chatton 82 98 Miller, G. P., Wendon Valley 59 90 Manson, Donald, Otaraia 235 290 Miller, Henry, Riversdale 137 Marshall, Francis, Wendonside 300 450 Miller, Henry, Riversdale 151 121 Marshall, James, Chatton 234 129 Miller, J. M. (Exrs. of), Isla Station, Otaraia 1570 3405 Marshall, William, Windon 428 Nil Miller, J. S., Lismoyle, Chatton 177 214 Mason, A. M. Pukerau 342 198 Miller, Robert, Wendonside 386 493 W., 656 Masterton, M. M., Pukerau 193 198 Miller, Samuel, Baywood, Tokonui 731 Matheson, Alexander, Mokoreta 500 540 Milne, James, Wyndham 364 Matheeon, John, East Cliatton 201 Nil Milne, Mrs. Isabella, East Chatton 428 540 MoAllan, William, Otama 152 200 Milne, James, Pukerau 97 204 McArthur, Donald, Pine Bush 43 67 Milne, John, Greenvale 986 1068 McBain, Donald, Lynwily, Otama 1207 1000 Mitchell, A. and R ,Mokoreta 1196 Nil McCallman, Peter, Fortrose 81 100 Mitchell, James, Mataura 4 286 McCallum, Bobert, Otama 416 482 Mitchell, Robert, Chatton 495 686 McCartney, John,East Chatton 85 98 Moffat, Richard, Waikaia 600 500 McCutcheon, E., Biversdale 234 Moffitt, James, Waikaia 80 100 McDonald, Alexander, Waikaka 19 Nil Moir, John, Fortroee 50 61 McDonald, Charles, Mataura 231 172 Morrah, P. D., Glenary 12430 Nil McDonald, Charles, Quarry Hills 98 97 Morrison, G., Fortrose 62 82 McDonald, K. E., Mokoreta 66 51 Morton, James, Pukerau 192 287 McDonald, Kenneth, Wyndham 317 200 Muir John, Fortification, Quarry Hills 3896 4082 McDowell, Bobert, Wendonside 187 262 Muir, C, Wyndham 86 98 McDowell, William, Gore 178 91 Muir, Robert, Mataura 197 277 McEachern, Duncan, Otama 100 86 Munro, Henry, Wyndham 700 642 201 192 McEwen, Neil, Tokonui Gorge 218 184 Murchison, Mrs. F. S., Waikaia McFadzien, James,Fortrose 167 123 Murdoch, Peter, Mataura 297 263 McGill, John, Waikaka 600 447 Murray, David, Pukerau 1177 878 McGillivray, Archibald, Fortrose ... 40 60 Murray, William, Mokoreta 271 155 McGowan, Daniel, Mataura 324 369 N. M. & A. Co., Hyde & Waikaia, Waikaia 4053 5000 Molntosh, James, Mokoreta 2107 N. Z. Trust and Loan Co., Wyndham 1669 1636 Mclntosh, J., Fortrose 200 260 Nichol, A. J., Lilliesleaf, Gore 670 640 Mclntosh, Samuel, Waikaka 292 189 Nicholl, John, Tuturau, Mataura 134 166 Melntyre, Donald, Bugged Hills, Pukerau ... 184 Nil Nicol, Donald, Waikaka 93 130 Mclntyre, Hugh, Waikoikoi 494 687 Nicol, L. D., Riverview, Mataura 1888 1393 Melntyre, J.P., Gore 421 491 Noble, Andrew, Cluny Farm, Wyndham 1569 1600 Mclntyre, William, Gore 585 695 Noble, John,Waikaka 686 781 McKay, Daniel, Wendonside 198 Nil O'Brien, George, Wyndham 240 890 McKay, John, Wyndham 197 196 O'Brien, Jeremiah, Six-mile, Otara 45 70 McKay, Mrs. Barbara, Wendonside 200 174 O'Hagan, Charles, Pukerau 11 Nil McKay, William, Kiversdale 153 O'Hagan, Michael, Pukerau 367 397 McKelvie, Charles, Mokoreta 395 307 O'Hara, Margaret, Otatna 130 100 500 McKenna, Walter, Gore 365 120 O'Neill, J., Otakarama, Gore 400 McKenzie, A. C, Tokonui 143 Nil Otago&Soutbl'dInvest.Co.,Venlaw, Wyndham 9120 8705 McKenzie Bi others,Fortrose .., 297 290 Otago and Southland Invest. Co., Waiarikiki, 3070 2855 McKenzie, Colin,Waikaia 200 233 Mataura McKenzie, Donald, Greenvale 186 294 Otago and Southland Invest. Co., G-lenham, 7688 5832 McKenzie, Donald, Waikaka 698 598 Wyndham McKenzie, K. G., Fortrose ... 500 1300 Oughton, John, Wyndhaii. 697 895 McKenzie, Murdoch, Fortrose ... 183 165 Pacey, W. R., Waikaka 30 50 McKeown, Frank, Wyndham 52 60 Padden Brothers, Waikawa Valley 90 97 McKernan, James, Fortrose 194 197 Paddon, Benjamin, Tokonui 64 85 McKinna, John, Otama 696 502 Paget, William, Mataura 300 810 Gore 1181 1000 Paecoe, C. E., Tokonui ... 55 25 McKinna, P., 80 188 McKinnell, John, Waikaia .•• 396 375 Paseoe, Simon, sen., Tokonui McKinnell, Thomas, Waikaia 54 98 Paterson, James, Gore 787 981 McKinnon, Donald, Otara 75 260 Paterson, Robert, G-ore 507 800 McLaren, John, Wyndham ... 490 .487 Paton, George, Tokonui Gorge 151 148 McLay, James, Wyndham 18 Nil Pemble, Henry,Waikaka 500 1000 McLean, James, sen., Greenvale, Waikaia ... 2345 Perkins, Edward, Gore 1005 595 McLean, James, jun., Greenvale, Waikaia ... 1100 Perkins, G. H., Mataura 99 90 McLean, Donald, Tokonui Gorge 158 93 Peter, Alexander, Chatton • 277 394 Pukerau 2139 2087 Petersen, James, Quarry Hills ... 154 195 McLean, John, ... 993 McLeod, Boderick, Gore ... 100 182 Playfair, Gt. and W., Wyndham 1200 H.—23. 130

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued.

No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 80, April30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Pollock, James, Biversdale 393 790 Styles, Henry, Wendon Valley 335 ! 208 92 140 Porter, David, Pukerau 125 51 Syme, Alexander, G-ore Preston, Joseph, Fortrose 11100 11470 Taylor, Alexander, Chatton 200, Pryde, Thomas, jurj., Waikaka Valley 125 247 Tayles Brothers, Wendon, Riversdale 1369 825 Pryde, W. M., Mataura 322 629 Tayles, John,Riversdale 218 530 Pullar, Alex., care of H. Paterson, Grore 600 512 Tayles, James, Wendon 752 881 Pullar, Joseph, Pukerau 648 807 Taylor, D., Gore 58 50 Mrs. Christina, Kaiwera 143 183 Taylor, J. B., Wyndham 98 77 Purvis, 298 Quertier, A., Sunnyside, Kaiwera 536 676 Telfer, J., G-lenham 327 Quirk, M. J., G-ore 95 76 Telfer and Smith, Mataura 198 394 Eabbidge, Thomas, Grlenham 300 399 Telfer, T., G-ore 97 Nil 200 294 Bae, Mrs. M. G-., Thornhill, Otaraia 400 356 Templeton, James, Waikawa Talley Batcliffe, Balph, Quarry Hills 94 43 Thomas, Edwin, Fortrose 184 174 Baymond, Percy, Wyndham 204 187 Thomas, W. H., Otara 90 100 423 Thomson, T. C, Gore 178 . 134 Bead, Charles, Eead Farm, Bast Chatton ... Nil Bead, F. T., Glenham 300 292 Thurston, C. G., Wendonside 199 Nil Eeburn, John, Gore 182 167 Tolmie, Hugh,Waipahi 2247 2300 Eeid, J. Gh, Otaraia 1295 1165 Tothill, G. 0., Pine Bush 2200 2628 Beid, Eobert, Waikaka Valley 134 Trapski, Frederick, Pukerau 191 197 Beinke, August, Gore 66 49 Tregilgus, W. H., Gore 165 200 Bich, W. &., Toi Toi Station, Wyndham ... 1499 2031 Tripp and Pinckney, Glenary, Waikaia 11680 Bichardson, Malcott, Wyndham 30 42 Trotter, J. D., Woodlands 1205 1188 Eichardson, Mrs., Eich Hill, Pukerau 150 142 Troup, Bobert, Waikawa Valley 10 Nil Eiddle, James,Fortrose 400 300 Turnbull, John, Waikaka 2180 2420 Eiddle, John, Flag Hill, Fortrose 140 194 Turnbull, Thomas, Wyndham 100 Bobertson, Colin, Waikaia 825 946 Turnbull, W. 0., Waikaia 400 1417 Eoberteon, Donald, Otama 12 Turner, William, Fortrose 666 677 Bobertson, D. and J.,Kaiwera 600 590 Urquhart, Robert, Mimihau 56 70 Bobertson, James, Pyramid, Wendon 263 290 Valentine, W. H., Otaraia 20 Nil Bobertson, John, Chatton 1009 1003 Vernon, E. S., Christchurch 447 Bobertson, William, Pleasant Valley, Niagara 22 22 Vincent, Mrs. Jane P., Fortrose 133 134 Eobson, A. B., Argyll Station, Waikaia 7150 8075 Voight, Wilhelm, Gore 96 200 Eobson, Eobert, Mimihau 209 193 Vyner, P. A., Otakarama, Pukerau 144 198 Eogerson, Samuel, Otaraia 1888 1976 Waddell, David, Wendon Valley 28 Nil Eose, William, Wyndham 300 300 Waddell, John, Mataura 1042 1576 Boss, Benjamin, Glenham 399 394 Waddell, William, Waikaka Valley 500 500 Eoss, Thomas, Pukerau 393 Nil Walker, John, Otara 55 20 Boyse, Mrs., Birchwood, Mataura Island ... 40 Nil Walker, Robert, Otama 300 250 Byan, Daniel, Gore 154 306 Walker, Samuel, Otakarama, Gore 480 Sarginson, J. H., Gore 330 397 Walker, William, Otama 489 800 Scott, James, Wyndham 1200 1200 Ward, A., jun., Rugged Rdge., Waikawa V. 584 593 Scott, James, East Chatton 390 700 Ward, 0. F., Lily Bank, Mataura 1168 1425 Scott, Samuel, Otaraia 148 294 Ward, G. J., Wyndham 527 836 Scott, Thomas, Liddle Bank, Kaiwera 120 97 Warden, Henry, Mataura 122 132 Scott, W. B., Mataura 82 82 Watson, Joseph, Riversdale 1300 Nil Scottish and N.Z. Investment Company, 631 769 Watt, A. D., Wyndham 801 Nil Baeburn, Invercargill Weatherburn, William, Mataura 656 698 Scottish and New Zealand Investment Com- 1907 2223 White, James, Wendon, Riversdale 1290 150o pany, Nithdale, Invercargill Whitefield, Gavin, Waikaka Valley 390 893 Scully, John, Pukerau 200 202 Williamson, Alexander, Gore 541 564 Shanklands, John, Tokonui 100 60 Williamson, James, Mataura 1517 1917 Sheddan, Eobert, Waikaka Valley 500 496 Wilson, J., Eaet Chatton 97 20 Shepherd, J. D., Bobin Hood, Mataura Isl'd. 37 31 Wilson, John,Wyndham 825 887 Shields, John, Tokonui Gorge 196 190 Wilson, Eobert, Pukerau 211 698 Simpson, W., Bound Hill, Otama 1044 60 Wood, G-eorge, Wendon 49 46 Sizemore, J. E., Pukerau 297 292 Wood, J. Nugent, jun., Newton,Wendonside 566 345 Smith, Alexander, Mataura 683 500 Woods, John, Wyndham 96 132 Smith, Alexander, jun., Mataura 130 290 Wright,-]?. J., Oarie, Wyndham 200 Nil Smith, Arthur, Mataura 13 Nil. Wright, James, Tuturau, Mataura 24 51 Smith, D. J., Wendon Valley 293 98 Wyber, Robert, Gordon, G-ore 35 27 Smith, B. S., Otamita 135 Nil Young, James, Mataura 195 300 Smith, H., Waikawa Settlement ... 23 16 Yoreton Brothers, Pukerau 265 200 Smith, Missea J. and J., Gore 495 550 Yorston, Richard, Pukerau 50 98 Smith, Mrs. B., Fortrose 54 80 Young, Robert, Pukerau 120 Smith, W. P., Belnoe, Mimihau 496 399 ; Smith, W. Y., Mataura 30 Nil 331,078 330,588 Smyth, Thomas, Gore 144 170 Speden, James, Both well Park, Mataura 699 801 (In Southland Subdivision), Speden, Thomas, Pukerau 156 192 Adamson, James, Mabel, Grove Bush ■.. 333 336 Spratt, James, Pine Terrace, Mataura Island 97 195 Adamson, William, Invercargill 56 Nil Spratt, M. L., Waikaka 375 678 Agnew, Thomas, Lochiel ... 37 Nil Stanton, James, Biversdale 230 Allan, John, Ryal Bush 140 67 Stevenson, T., Mataura 170 657 Allan, T. W., Hokonui 297 384 Stewart, A. and J., Wendon 92 Allen, George, Hokonui 97 76 Stewart, Alexander, Otama 300 464 Allen, James, Harrington's 186 231 Stewart, W. D., Otama 685 896 Allison, Robert, Mataura 191 141 Stewart, William, Pukerau 303 36 Allot, Jabez, Middlevale 400 456 Stewart, Wm., Wendon 96 Nil Anderson, Alexander, Kapuka 354 378 Stirling, Charles, Waikaia 433 404 Anderson, David, Harrington's, Benmore ... 50 50 Stirling, J. A., Burke's Hill, Wyndham 187 170 Anderson, George, Almondell,Wright's Bush 1470 Stirling, William, Wyndham 394 361 Anderson, R. and A., Pleasant Crk, Hokonui 447 57o Stout, W. A., Wyndham 28 Nil Anderson, Daniel., Balfour 106 99 Strangman, J.C, Wyndham 45 43 Anderson, Rose, Edington, Wright's Bush ... 2550 2470 Styles, G-eorge, Wendon 166 Anderson, Bobert, Limehills 600 600 132 H.—23,

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. So. of Sheep ou No. of Sheep on

April 30, April SO, April 30, April 30. 1897. 1808. 1897. 1868.

Andrews, Edward, Winton 668 823 Campbell, Archibald, GroveBush 150 180 Aysnn and Son, Wyndham 750 Nil Campbell Brothers, Mabel Bush 152 100 Baird, Mrs. Sabina, Loohiel 194 278 Campbell, James, Mabel Bush 158 188 Baird, W. R., Forest Hill, Lochiel 1500 1500 Campbell, William, Dipton 99 153 Baird, William, Otapiri Gorge 510 fiOO Campion, H. P., Gore 340 250 Baldy, Alfred, Ryal Bush 231 Carpenter, James, Oteramika, Gorge Road ... 51 ■ 58 Baldy, J. A., Kyal Bush 340 159 Carson, Thomas, Makarewa 56 Nil Bk of A'sia, Morton Maine, Invercargill ... 8434 6521 Cartwright, William, Spar Bush 13 52 BankN.Z. Estates Co, Retreat, Mandeville... 1826 1728 Casey, Patrick, Balfour 13 33 Barber, John, Waianiwa 600 373 Cassels, John, Winton 130 100 100 Barker, Robert, Winton •■• 297 200 Casserly, John, Limehills 27 Barker, T. A., Winton 414 382 Caulfleld, Daniel, Grove Bush 97 78 • Bush 193 Barnett, Richard, Balfour 87 95 Caulfield, John,Rakahouka, Grove ... 298 Barrett, Paul, Riversdale 380 469 Charlton and Thompson, Stewart Island 789 800 Barron, John, Wright's Bush 71 49 Chilton, Edward, Drummond 598 359 Barry, John, Mataura 2000 1697 Chisholm, A., Springhills 12 81 Baxter, George, Otapiri Gorge 193 284 Chilton Brothers, Limehills 282 281 Beaven, A., New River, Waianiwa 1406 2361 Christie, William, Limehills 240 Bell, Alexander, Edendale 25 25 Chrystal, Andrew, Lochiel 279 259 Bell, G. M. (executors of), Wantwood and 25485 23202 Clare, Charles, Green Hills 865 797 Croydon, Mandeville Clare, S. F., Green Hills 500 550 Bell, James, Dipton 31 78 Clark, C. E., Lochiel 800 1000 Bennett, M. H. h., Winton 65 41 Clark, David, Kyal Bush 70 99 Berry, Thomas, Hedgehope 72 61 Clark, Francis, Myross Bush 146 157 Birch, Robert, Tiapuka 684 586 Clark, James, ViewHill, Ryal Bush 235 294 Blackler, W., Waianiwa 95 Nil ClarK, J. and D., Ryal Bush 179 220 Blake, E. R., Pern Hills 150 200 Clark, A. W., Ryal Bush 486 395 Blakie, Andrew, Waianiwa 1600 1458 Clark, Walter, Woodlands 240 Blakie, James, Ryal Bush 536 648 Cleave, Robert, Invercargill 1300 1444 Blakie, Peter, Ryal Bush 454 394 Clinch and Kndlay, Limehills 494 550 Blakie, Robert, Ryal Bueh 599 600 Clive, Peter, Spar Bush 60 50 Blakie, Walter, Ryal Bush 600 450 Cochrane, Alexander, Lochiel 6290 5998 Blakie, William, Byal Bueh 295 400 Cochrane, William, Isla Bank 3495 3585 Blondell, James, Springhills 94 67 Cock, James, Mokotua 116 96 Blondell, William, Spring Hills 129 100 Cockburn, John, Spar Bush 500 395 Boult, J. Z., Mandeville 232 Cole, Albert, Spar Bush 142 275 Bowmar, 0. R., Gore 200 301 Collins, Frank, Wendonside 152 180 Boyd, P. R., Erroldale, Waimatuku 1586 1612 Colwill, John,Long Bush 9 35 Boyd, J. J., Invercargill 173 84 Colwill, Richard, Spar Bush 300 289 Boyd, W., Waimatuku 140 137 Conaghan, James, Balfour 93 91 Boyle, Dennis, West Plains 94 260 Concannon, Michael, Oreti Plains 188 137 Boyle, Patrick, Waikiwi 72 66 Conley, George, Dipton 50 Brass, H. G., Waikiwi 418 957 Coombes, George, Ryal Bush 54 80 Brass, T. P., Wallacetown 362 250 Coomer, R. T., Charlton, Gore 194 68 Britton, Thomas, Mabel Bush 56 66 Cooney, David, Longridge Village 190 100 Brockie, William, Harrington's 193 290 Corcoran, Denis, Riversdale 96 Nil Brooke, E. W., Te Wai's Point, Bluff 2340 2352 Cornwall, John, Lora Station, Lochiel 2768 2991 Brotherton, H., Otatara, Invercargill 120 Coster, C. F., South Hillend 886 972 Brown, A. and J., Invercargill 290 200 Coster, John, Lochiel 966 798 Brown, Andrew, Waituna 165 86 Coster, J. S., Clifden 175 Nil Brown, Robert, Myross Bush 180 400 Coster, J. and W., New• River, Winton 631 806 Brown, G. G., Koslyn Bush 40 Nil Coupland, Robert, Kennington 695 66(i Brown, G. S., Wallacetown 98 112 Coutts, Louis, Gore 200 154 Brown, Isabella, Inchbank, Woodlands 450 455 Coveney, James, Grove Bush 98 98 Brown, John, Isla Bank 622 500 Cowan, Cuthbert, Harrington's 2406 1582 Brown, John, Longridge Village 80 Cowan, Kobert, Limehills 16 Nil Brown, McFarlane, Winton 51 Nil Cowie, Andrew, Lime Hills 2254 2160 Brown, George, Waikiwi 200 295 Cowie, John,Winton 496 400 Brown, T. T., Forest Hill, Lochiel 266 305 Cowie, William, Balfour 368 424 Brown, William, Thornbury 650 385 Cox, Henry, Grove Bush 65 45 Burke, Patrick, Hedgehope 101 88 Cox, Jamee, Grove Bush 52 40 Burrell, Joseph, Stoke Grange, Gore 100 40 Cox, J. C, Gore 69 Nil Butel,Robert, Balfour 303 500 Crack, Thomae, Myross Bush 63 63 Butler, Charles, Oreti Plains 87 137 Craig, Alexander, Ryal Bush 31 49 Butler, 0. H., Ryal Bush 237 197 Craig, Andrew, Dipton 244 224 Butler, Edward, Balfour 130 253 Craig, James, Mataura 14 93 Butler, James, Balfour 836 1281 Craig, John, Dipton 173 230 Butler, Mrs. Agnes, Ryal Bush 80 50 Craig, Robert, Edendale 170 116 Butler, William, Hokonui 1990 Nil Craigie, James, South Hillend 385 1200 Butson, John, Athol 65 61 Creamer, H., Clifton, Woodend 96 Nil Buteon, Samuel, sen., Garston 364 467 Creily, Mrs. Martha, Hokonui 23 Nil Butson, T. W. S., Garston 195 212 Crengle Brothers, Waianiwa 304 234 Buxton, 0. Mi, Makarewa 51 52 Crombie, James,Kennington 99 201 Buxton, Henry, Ryal Bush 517 794 Crosbie, George, Edendale 473 47 Caithness, Alexander, Mataura 164 107 Crowe, John, South Hillend 490 257 Calvert, F. G., Myross Bush 141 Crowe, William, Balfour 273 339 Calvert, Francis, Roalyn Bush 685 700 Cunningham,Fullarton, Liinehills 198 240 Calvert, James, Roslyn Bush 78 Cunningham, Joseph, Balfour 245 419 Cameron, Alexander, Ryal Bush 161 198 Cunningham, T. A., Caroline 500 500 Cameron, D. A., Mabel, Nokomai 629 6646 Curran, Michael, Waikiwi 797 710 Cameron, Hugh, Mataura .*. 293 Curtis, P., Lohgbush 45 90 Cameron, John, Long Bush 202 134 Cutcliffe, William, Winton 82 109 Cameron, Mrs. Mary, Fassifern, Loohiel 100 100 Cuthbertson, Mrs. Margaret, Wright's Bush 31 Nil Campbell, Alex., Gore ,,, 129 105 Davidson, Alexander, Waimumu, Gore 249 880 H.—23. 133

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on • No. of Sheep on April April 30, AprilsApril 30, 30, April 30, 18S)8. 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Brunswick, Kennington 86 98 Fraser, Thomas, Hokonui 294 253 Dawson, Alfred, ... Winton 195 Dawson, A. W., Brunswick, Kennington 82 73 Eraser, William, Springhills, Nil George, Woodlands 147 116 Friend, George, Mataura 41 42 Dawson, 126 94 Dawson, H. EL, Brunswick, Kennington ... 17 Nil Frisby, "William, Springhills H., Kennington 23 27 Frisken, Brothers, Myross Bush 200 Dawson, J. Brunswick, 64 85 Dean, Charles, Winton 62 Froggatt, J.,Long Bush Deegan Brothers, Oreti Plains 663 1030 G-arvey Brothers, Mabel Bush 200 293 Deegan, Patrick, and Sons, Limehills 2240 2026 George, Henry, Grove Bush 282 464 Joseph, 51 20 Gerrard, Alexander (Executors of), Winton 830 822 Dermody, Winton 2362 2000 Deuchars, John, Wright's Bush 80 60 Gerrard, Arthur, Lady Barkley Francis, Otapiri Gorge 58 45 Gerrard, Arthur, jun., Lpwood, Winton 470 457 Diack, 61 Diamond, Thomas, Waianiwa 96 46 Gibbe, Jesse, Seaward Moss Archibald, Springhills 92 183 Gibson, Alexander, Hokonui 197 177 Dick, Scott's 325 385 Dickie and Duncan, Balfour 100 156 Gibson, John, sen., Parrawa, Gap ... Dickson, Andrew, Balfour 566 449 Giffedder, Peter, Kennington 55 48 Dickson, Robert, Grojdon, Gore 710 Nil Gill, Mrs. Mary, Byal Bush 75 90 Dixon, James, Brown's 52 Giller, Tom, Dipton 1107 277 William, Athol 292 398 Gilmour, J. A., Oreti Plains 255 290 Dobbie, Bush 292 319 Dods, T. G., Otapiri Gorge 372 293 Givin, John, Eyal Donald, James, Lochiel 150 Glennie, James, Balfour 156 126 75 Nil Dooley, Patrick, Kapuka 149 Goble, James, Dipton 41 John, Harrington's 374 372 G-olil, John, Woodlands 503 157 Doull, Mabel Bush 10 Drain, James, Spar Bush 992 1055 Goldsmith, E., 7 Drake, W. J., Mokotua 37 32 Goodall, John, Balfour 160 181 Drysdale, Adam, Kennington 272 296 Gordon, John, Garston 200 202 Drysdale, James,Kennington 142 100 Gordon, William, Garston 257 134 Du'ffell, B., Waimuinu, Gore 326 20 Gorman, George, Locliiel 96 47 Duffy, James, Gap Road, Winton 61 122 Gorman, George, junr., Hedgehope 200 300 Henry, Otapiri Gorge 180 100 Gorman, John, Hedgehope 88 290 Duncan, 496 Duncan, John, Drummond 10 Nil Gould, H. S., Dipton 275 Forest Lochiel 494 471 Grant, John, Grove Bush 864 729 Dunlop, James, Hill, Balfour 184 Dunlop, Robert, Ryal Bush 300 Grant, Eobert, 147 Gore 192 280 Grant William, Lochiel 18 61 Dun, David, 1000 1199 Dunn, Denis, Riversdale 172 181 Gray, Alexander, Wallaeetown James, Waimumu, Mataara 56 Gray, Colin, Wallaeetown 956 1044 Duthie, Wallaeetown 905 550 Duthie, William, Spar Bush 82 50 Gray, Eoderick, Edwards, R., Spar Bush 97 93 Green, Thomas, Gore 244 Nil Eedy, Samuel, Waikiwi 40 Greer, James, Springhill 54 51 L., and Five Rivers, Lumsden 26567 30193 Greer, John, Balfour 218 353 Eider, A. Co., Wallaeetown 158 Ellis, Mrs. F. R., Broadlands, Invercargill... 2620 2370 Grieve, John, Athol, 222 English, Richard, Dipton 1520 1300 Grieve, J. G., Waianiwa 744 873 James, Otatara 70 94 Grieve, Eobert, Waianiwa 1990 2133 Erskine, Mataura 6558 Erskine, William, Otatara 137 Grieve, Thomas, Bushy Park, 6700 John,Limehills 363 299 Hailes, W. M., Eiverslea, Cattle Flat 1300 Evans, Limehills 88 290 Evans, L., Long Bush 227 Hall, James, Evans, T., Long Bush 797 393 Hall, William, Edendale 11 William, 2837 2583 Hall, Wilson,Eiversdale 763 2075 Evans, Brown's Bush 1504 Ewart, Mrs. Isabella, Waianiwa 300 400 Halliday, William, Eoslyn 750 Fahey, Anthony, Roslyn Bush 753 722 Hamil, W. J., Oteramika Gorge 26 Fahey, Dacre, Woodlands 150 Hamilton, James, Eiverside, Winton 1365 1600 T. J., Winton 200 239 Fairweather, Charles, InTercargill 485 1035 Hamilton, James, Balmona, J., Gore 83 280 Hamilton, John, Winton 2300 2200 Falconer, J. E., Winton 500 60u Farr, F. T., Roslyn Bush 21 Nil Hamilton, Ferguson, J. A., Myfose Bush 52 Nil Hammond, Henry, Limehills 9 12 Ferrier Brothers, Spring Hills 300 295 Hampton, George, Dipton 150 123 Eewing, William, CattleFlat, Balfour 50 200 Hankins, Edward, Caroline 100 240 Invercargill 42 23 Hanley, Malachi, Mandeville 177 252 Field, W., 396 Findlay, Andrew, Oreti Plains 598 240 Hanning, Thomas, Hedgehope 587 Finlayson, Archibald, Dipton 99 66 Hansen, Charles, Kapuka ■ ... 243 275 Finlayson, Kenneth, Waikiwi 412 542 Hanning, W. and C, Grove Bush 250 285 Mrs. Dipton 432 336 Hardiman, James, Eiversdale 33 Finlayson, Nenian, 460 460 Finlayson, R., Dipton 75 103 Hardwick, Mrs. Theresa, Kennington Findley, T. :W., Bay Road, Invercargill 77 27 Harper, John, Seaward Moss, Woodend 72 Fitzgerald, Edward, Riversdale 498 493 Harris, Hugh, Limehills 292 189 Margaret, Oreti Plains 500 580 Harris, Richard, Myross Bush 8 Nil Flanigan, Mrs. 45 Fleming, James, Winton 97 93 Harrison and Mincher, Dipton 126 Roslyn Bush 2500 1798 Hay, A. E., Woodlands 5012 5046 Fleming, J., Rakahouka, 532 Fleming, Thomas, Waikiwi 33 Nil Hayward, James, Dipton 548 Fleming, William, Roslyn Bush 1769 Hazlett, Thomas, South Hillend 298 355 Lochiel : 593 785 Hazlett, S. D., South Hillend 554 291 Forbes, Alexander, 188 Forbes, John, Woodlands 195 273 Hazlett, W. K., South Hillend 190 Forde Brothers, Isla Bank 1097 1099 Hazlett, William, South Hillend 300 301 Forde, James, jun., Mabel Bush 66 Nil Healey, Eichard, Winton 132 51 John, Grove Bush 740 330 Heath, Samuel, Mataura Island 50 Nil Forde, Riversdale 165 100 Forrester, W., Limehills, Invercargill 641 637 Heenan, Michael, Forsyth, James, Edendale 116 Nil Hellier, James, Gore 155 163 Fosbender, Mrs.E., New River, Invercargill 99 Hellier, John, Croydou, Gore 267 67 Fotheringham, John,Waikiwi 300 200 Helm, Thomas, Grove Bush 300 232 Isla Bank 496 480 Fowler, J. and H., Oreti, Winton 1000 1293 Henderson, David, 98 Nil Henderson, David, Craighouse, Winton 824 820 Fraser, Alexander, Lochiel 590 George, Balfour 373 Nil Henderson, John, Myross Bush 457 Fraser, Winton 581 555 Fraser, James,Balfour 159 180 Henderson, John, Craigend, 353 283 Henderson, John, Limehills , 70 Nil Forest Hill,Lochiel ... Fraser, James, Limehille 140 Fraser, Lachlan, Waianiwa 695 694 Henderson, Margaret, 134 H.—23. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheepon No. of Sheep on

April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Henriksen, Hans Peter, Balfour 799 969 Land & Loan Co. ofN.Z., VictoriaPk, Waikiwi 755 677 115 Hession, Dennis, Harrington's 88 88 Lang, H. J., Lochiel 170 Patriot, Harrington's, 73 70 Lang, T. R., Lochiel 87 95 Heseion, South Hillend 351 Nil Hilles, John, Edendale 150 11 Langford, Francis, Fairfield, William, Harrington's 160 Langlands, George, Waianiwa 262 267 Hinchey, 132 Nil Hishon, M., Limehills 500 660 Lawlor, M. R., Riversdale ... Hodgtinson, Harold, Limehills 678 352 Lawrence, A. T., Mabel Grove, Invercargill... 80 Hodgkinson, Henry, Ryal Bush 494 595 Lawrence Brothers, Verulum, Makarewa ... 911 842 John, 151 88 Lea, J.K., Winton 94 123 Hodgkinson, Springhills Nil Hodgkinson, S., Ryal Bush 191 152 Leckie, J. and A., Invercargill 47 Hodgkinson, Thomas, Invercargill 400 393 Legat, D. C, Winton 391 200 Alexander, Oreti Plains 279 300 Leonard, Michael, West Plpins 665 588 Hogg, Grove Buah 91 Holloway, James, Oreti Plains 173 179 Leonard, Roger, Athol 177 Honywood, Guy, Elmstead, Benmore Station 604 Leonard, William, Weet Plains 200, 157 150 Hope, Robert, Riveredale 558 Lewis, Richard, Winton Edward, Riversdale 51 200 Lind, William, Makarewa 31 Nil Horrell, 17 Horrell, George, Riversdale 766 593 Ling, James, Springhills Horton, Robert, Grove Bush 16 99 Little, James, Mabel Bush 43 275 Howells, Humphrey, Waianiwa 470 52 Little, Robert, Two Creeks, Edendale 160 118 Bush 264 391 Hufiadine, Edward, Invercargill 111 80 Loftue, William, Myross Myross Bush 19 18 Looney, John, South Hillend 445 498 Huglies, Thomas, Balfour 160 200 Hume, Mrs. Isabella, Dipton 40 33 Louttit, James, Humphries, Charles, Middlevale, Gore 16 14 Lucas, John, Harrington's 73 91 Humphries, James, E. Invercargill 20 Nil Lush, James, Balfour 112 385 J.E., Mataura 332 318' Lyall, Robert, Myross Bush 73 Nil Humphries, 203 495 Hunter, J. E., Harrington's 815 808 Lynch, G-eorge, Longridge Village Hynd, James, Spar Bush 100 114 Lyon, David, Isla Bank 283 196 Inder, S. G., Gore 195 132 Lytle, J. S., Mabel Bush 253 224 Irving, A. M., Roslyn Bush 191 176 Macarthur, D. C. P., Lilly Dale, Gore 200 52 James, Mabel Bush 39 84 Macdonald, Alexander, Hedgehope 474 293 Irving, 1100 1100 Irving, J. C. and H. S., Roslyn Bush 682 460 Macdonald, Andrew, Greenhead, Hedgehope Irwin, Robert, Lochiel 57 100 Macdonald, Colin, Ryal Bush 380 378 399 Irwin, William, Otapiri, Hokonui 300 200 Macdonald, F. B., Springhills 377 Francis, Winton 763 786 Macdonald, Hector, Hokonui 300 400 Jack, Bush 371 637 Jack, T. J.,Winton 26 Nil Macdonald, T. F., Ryal Jackson, John,Dipton 186 220 Macintosh, William, Drummond 968 706 Jackson, John, Kelvinside, Gore 199 180 Mackay, Alexander, Riversdale 173 267 Jefcoate, Thomas, Grange Farm, Kapuka 40 10 Mackintosh, James, Elgin Park, Edendale... 130 Nil ... G-. Waiaiiiwa 230 Jenkins, Alexander, Harrington's 20 Mackinder, J., 141 Jenkins,David, Winton 80 96 Mackley, J. 0., Invercargill 273 472 Jenkins, John, Wallacetown 131 350 Maclean, J. and D., Caroline Stn., Invercargill 2400 1785 Jenkins, J. W., Winton 100 86 Maclean, John, Ryal Bush 195 197 Thomas, Hedgehope 284 203 Macpherson, Alexander, Hokonui 882 845 Jewitt, Waianiwa 900 900 Johnson, Marten, Balfour 81 80 Macpherson, Duncan, Jones Brothers, Edendale 20 Macpherson, J., Balfour 185 193 Jones, Henry, Riversdale 98 Nil Main, Alexander, Envercargill 280 159 Joss, Walter, Stewart Ieland 180 200 Malcolm and Sons, Winton 1296 1391 Joss, William, Stewart Island 35 30 Malone, Michael, Lumeden 389 380 Joyce, P., West Plains 100 138 Maltby, T. 0., Waikiwi 150 50 Kay, Mrs. A. C, Balfour 444 654 Mann, Mrs. Elizabeth, Wallacetown 41 Keast, John, Benmore Station 90 93 Marr, James, Otapiri Gorge 400 500 Kedzlie, A. C, Charlton Gore 127 200 Marshall, David, Waianiwa 574 465 Keir, Alexander, Mataura 300 243 Marshall, George, Lint-ley, Lumsden 108 90 Keir, John, Middlevale, Gore 6 Marshall, H., Edendale 50 77 Limehills 178 163 Marshall and Sons, Woodlands 406 100 Keith, John, 15 Keith, William, Winton 47 510 Martin, Andrew, The Willows, Gore 40 Kelly, James, Riversdale 470 Martin, John, Seaward Downs 274 273 Kelly, Peter, South Hillend 100 Martin, Michael, Mataura 102 Nil Kelly, Nicholas, The Grange, Riversdale ... 279 Nil Martin, Thomas, Mokotua 40 40 Kelly, William, South Hillend 80 Nil Martin,William, Invercargill 60 Kennedy, George, Springhills 172 186 Martin, William, Waituna 127 90 Kennedy, Robert, Riversdale 172 500 Matheson, Roderick, Riversdale 102 152 Kennedy, Thomas, Drummond 800 72 Matthews, Robert, Gore 50 75 Keown, Mrs. Susan, Balfour 23 289 May, W. T., Winton 480 500 Keown, William, Balfour 192 264 McArthur, A., Woodlands 272 176 Kerr, Patrick, Springvale, Winton 296 278 ■ McAlister, Edward, Mandeville 260 553 Kerr, Wl L., Bayfield, Mokotua 255 372 McBride, Robert, Charlton Gore 84, 94 Kidd, Charles, Springhills 52 367 McCaldon, George, Gore 13 Nil Kilkelly, Thomas, Grove Bush 98 141 McUallum, Duncan, Brown's 227 260 Kilpatrick, R., Waimumu, Mataura 224 241 .McCallum, Duncan, Waianiwa 188 387 King, Duncan, Winton 70 495 McCallum and Son, Oteramika Gorge 458 400 King, F.J., Fernhills 242 478 McCarthy, Andrew, South Hillend 200 201 Balfour 48 18 McCarthy, l>., South Hillend 200 Nil King, John, Hillend King, W. IT., Harrington's 187 250 McCarthy, Michael, South 193 241 Kingdon, N. 8., Gore 291 170 McClymont, Hugh, Limehills 11 20 Kingi Topi & Co., Ruapuke, Campbelltown .. 2600 2030 McConachie, M., Loehiel ■ ... 565 556 Andrew, Myross Bush 11 Nil , McCroslie, James, Waianiwa 90 72 Kinross, Bush 680 Kinzett, Mrs. C. M., Limehille 25 76 McCrostie, John, Spar 770 Kirkpatrick, J., Richmond Gr., Invercargill 100 Nil McDonald, Alex., Limehille 480 526 Kirkpatrick Mrs. Alice, Kennington 152 33 McDonald, Alister, Reaby, Gore 100 W. C, Middlevale 225 45 iMcDonald, Christopher, Hokonui 566 500 Ladbrook, 300 191 Laing, P., Dipton 657 1016 'McDonald, Donald, Balfour Wright's Bush 196 152 iMcDonald, J. A., West Dome, Mossburn ... 95 289 Lang, Richard, 30 Lamont, Mrs. Jane, Woodlands ... 382 262 McDonald, J. A., jun., Balfour 160 H.—23. 135

OTAGO DISTRICT— continued. OTAGO DISTRICT— continued. I No. of Sheep on Wo. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 1897. 18118. 1897. 1898.

McDonald, James, Dipton 2220 2100 Merrie, George, Wallacetown 32 Nil McDonald, John, Edendale 686 690 Merrifield, John, Winton 1300 1147 McDonald, John, Hedgehope 200 300 Merritt, S. R., Invercargill 98 102 McDonald, John, Mabel, Grove Bush 192 193 Millar, James, Mabel Bush 1516 1638 McDonald, Mrs. Eliza, Hokonui 163' 46 Millard, John, Winton 47 77 McDonald, S. B., Woodstock, Woodlands ... 300 100 Miller Brothers, Darindale, Isla Bank 845 798 McDonald, Thomas, Lumsden 8 Nil Miller, Thomas, Oreti Plains 700 800 McDonald, Thomas, West Plains 19 76 Milligan, Mrs. E., Spar Bush 93 86 McDougall, John, Harrington's 296 292 Milligan, William, Dipton 259 155 McDowell, H., Waianiwa 62 72 Milne, John, Edendale 294 200 McEwpn, John, G-ap Road, Winton 122 134 Milne, Peter, Woodlands 5 18 McPadgen, Mrs. 0., Woodlands 365 297 Mitchell, W. H., Kennington 74 91 McFarlane, James, Helenslea, Waianiwa ... 142 Moffitt, T. D. A.,Enderby Island, Invercargill 41 51 McFetrick, A., Drummond 1760 Nil Monaghan, P. I,., Croydon, Gore 250 300 McGarvey, Mrs. M., Middlevale, Q-ore 50 Nil Moorabool Estate Co., Dipton 4iO2 3150 McGillivray and Macneil, Lochiel 158 162 Moore, C. D., Winton 300 1200 McGrath, Thomas, Limehills 91 Moore, Mrs. Catherine, Waikiwi 132 132 McGregor, George, Balfour 191 154 Morris, John, Kdendale ... 110 Nil McGregor, John, Makarewa Bush 151 192 Morton, John, Woodside, Mabel Bush 700 431 McGregor, John, Springhills 12a 132 Morton, J. C, Oteramika Gorge 24 Nil McGregor, William, Winton 274 166 Morton, T. R., Seaward Downs 74 68 Mclntyre, Angus, Grove Bush 55 Mosan Brothers, Grove Bush 695 792 Mcllwraith, J. & A. D., Mataura (Homebush, 1967 2407 Moylan, Michael, Wright's Bush 31 34 Chris tclmrch) Muir, William, Cairie, Wyndham 582 Mclndoe, Ellen, Spar Bush 776 380 Mulqueen, Patrick, Balfour 62 92 Mclntosh, Thomas, Rval Bush .12 36 Munro, Alexander, Springhills 182 190 Mclntyre, John, Grove Bush 78 72 Munro Brothers, Mandeville 198 199 Mclntyre, John, Kennington 868 870 Munro, James, Mokotua 434 400 McKay, Archibald, Dunsdale, Hedgehope ... 400 494 Munro, Richard, Kapuka 187 172 McKay, James. Longbush 505 441 Munro, William, Mokotua 102 McKeilar Brothers, Glenure, Balfour 8563 5920 Murchison, Christopher, Springhill 197 100 McKenzie, Abraham, Mokotua 26 42 Murdoch, John, Oreti, Winton 394 395 McKenzie, Alexander, Wright's Bush 978 759 Murphy Brothers, Woodlands 1800 Nil McKenzie, David, Barkley Village 290 418 Murphy, James, jun., Grove Bush 100 200 McKenzie, Hector, Riversdale 600 Nil Murphy, Jeremiah, Dipton 402 283 McKenzie, John, Longbush 285 179 Murphy, John, Harrington's 150 100 McKenzie, John, and Sons, Woodlands 565 665 Murphy, Patrick, Dipton 70 96 McKenzie, John, Limehills 102 Murphy, P. and D., Grove Bush 100 200 McKenzie, Mrs. Kenneth, Myross Bush 150 350 Murphy, William, Harrington's 280 20 McKenzie, Robert, Gorge Road 27 21 Murray, Charles, Waituna 20 Nil MeKenzie, W. J.,Wright's Bush 360 351 Murray, Thomas, Ryal Bush 22 Nil McKercher, J. and J., Woodlands 495 518 Musselwhite, William, Dipton 24 42 McKinnon, Hugh, Otapiri Gorge 280 200 Mutch, J. C, Mataura 330 391 McKinnon, James, Ryal Bush 93 143 Myres, Christian, Waikiwi 60 51 McKinnon, John, Wright's Bush 992 1074 Neas, Rudolph, Makarewa ■ 25 23 McLaren, Robert, Charlton, Mataura 103 130 Neill, Thomas, Edendale 28 3» McLauchlan, David, Springhills 338 Nelson Brothers, Ocean Beach, Invercargill... 87 McLauchlan, John, Dipton 102 127 Nixon, James, Paterson's Inlet, Stewart Island 9 Mei eish, P. C. C, Drummond 1381 1487 Norris, H. I\, Woodlands 34 26 McLean, Alexander, Dipton 222 Nil N.M. & A. Company, Dipton 3876 5146 McLean, Alexander, Waianiwa 300 400 N.M. & A. Co., Seaward Downs, Edendale ... 1745 Nil McLean, Duncan, Balfour 137 283 N.Z. A. Co, Ardlussa, Eyre Creek, Caroline, 73890 70665 McLean, James, Centre Bush 200 153 Dome, Longridge, Waimea PI., Riversdale McLean, John, Harrington's 259 240 N.Z. and A. Land Company, Edendale 10910 19482 McLean, Roderick, South Hillend 242 452 N.Z. M. and Invest. Assu.,Benmore,Inver'gill 10590 9896 McLean, Thomas, Mount Pleasant, Winton... 1539 1858 Nicholl, James, Waianiwa 25 26 McLennan, K., Sand Hills, Invercargill 700 700 Nicholson, J., Croydon, Gore 93 Nil McLeod, Allan, Winton 57 88 Nicholson, Proctor, Mokotua 934 1050 McLeod, D., Limehills 184 179 Norman, Thomas, Winton 1693 1492 McLeod, Donald, Lochiel 200 323 O'Brien, James, Waianiwa 850 700 McLeod,4P. H., Caroline 598 700 O'Brien, Martin, Harrington's 408 386 McLeod, George, Dunvegan,Waianiwa 907 868 O'Brien, Morgan, South Hillend 600 196 McLeod, George, Hedgehope 805 606 O'Brien, T. J., South Hillend 463 442 McLeod, Hugh, Hedgehope 295 298 O'Brien, William, Gore 67 21 McMaster, John,Forest Hill, Hokonui 253 185 O'Conner, Michael, Longridge Village 232 383 McMillan, Donald, Harrington's 254 252 O'Connor, Mrs. John, Longridge Village ... 69 93 McMurtrie, Mrs. Ann, South Hillend 302 290 O'Keefe, Denis, Mabel Bush 300 200 McNaughton, David, Waianiwa 131 370 O'Meara, John, Limehille 143 196 McNaughton, Peter, Mataura Is., Edendale... 97 95 Orr, Alfred, Isla Bank 27 Nil McNaughton, William, Wright's Bush 200 283 Osborne, Thomas, Limehills 17 Nil McNeil, Angus, Lochiel 400 404 O'Shannessy, John, Makarewa 128 McNeil, Hector, Lochiel 379 303 O'Shannessy, Patrick, Winton 335 252 McPhee, John, Balfour 165 152 O'Shea, John, Balfour 116 141 McRae, C. and J., Brown's 1098 1088 Otago& Southl'd Invest. Co.,Limehills,Inv'gill 422 345 JIcRae, Donald, Hokonui 495 548 Otago&Southl'd Invest. Co.,Titipua, Inver'gill 1066 1071 iVlcHae, Mrs. Mary C, Dunmore, Hokonui... 758 558 Pagan, John, West Dome, Mossburn 64 207 MoHae, Mrs. Isabella, Braintra, Hokonui ... 900 930 Patterson, Robert, Spring Hills 138 98 McRae, Murdoch, Hokonui 370 355 Paterson, Thomas, Longfield, Hokonui 780 780 McRae, Roderick, Remu, Long Bush 183 92 Patereon, W., West Dome, Mossburn 14175 14300 McRae, William, Brown's 197 242 Patterson,Ewan, Lochiel 737 408 McRae, Mrs. Christina, Riverend, Springhills 92 91 Patterson, David, Ryal Bush 19 Nil MoTavieh, James, Oreti Plains 312 436 Pearce, George, Winton 64 231 Moire, W. W., Balfour ' 96 120 Percy, Thomas, Woodlands 123 94 Menzies, D. M., Dipton 322 502 Petersen, Neil, Balfour 43 100 136 H.—23.

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30. April 30, 1897. 1898. 1897. ' 1898. Petigrew, A. W.,-Lochiel 288 200 Smith, F. C, Woodlands 152 135 Philpot, William, Newfield, Long Bush 890 490 Smith, Hugh Gore 458 499 Pike, G-. B., South Hillend 725 1390 Smith, James, Spar Bush, Waianiwa 185 94 Pope, Harry, Gore 124 Smith, James, Otamita 477 1090 Hokonui 84 86 Smith, John, Mataura 17 20 Popenhagen, G. W., • Porteous, J. B., Winton 100 50 Smith, Patrick, Waimumu, Mataura 300 200 Powell, H. H., Wallacetown 93 79 Smith, T. S., Waianiwa 650 700 Price, P. A., Waikiwi 100 500 Smyth, William, jun., Gore 200 182 Price, J. M., Athol 1600 1560 Smyth, John, Gore 680 250 Quale, G. T., Ryal Bush 83 126 Smyth, William, Gore 135 100 Qualter, Michael, Riversdale 400 Nil Somerville, William, Mabel Bush 36 52 Babbit, John, Harrington's 98 Soper, W. D., Garston 282 301 Raitt, William, 1Springhills 225 Souter, James, Spa,r Bush 85 115 Kamage, Q-eorge, Boggie Burn, Limehills ... 54 58 Sparrow, C. J.,Winton 47 75 Jiambaum,W., Mandeville 26 25 Spowart, John,Lochiel 76 72 2(13 Ramsay, George, Mataura 243 273 Spratt, John, Mataura Island 194 Rankin, William, Waikiwi 32 33 Staite, Gilbert, Lumsden 7 Nil Rankin, William,Rosebank, Middlevale 25 Nil Stalker, Donald, Bdendale 590 960 Reburn, Clement, Ryal Bush 64 90 Stanton, Patrick, Riversdale 98 60 Reid, William, Mandeville 207 120 Starbuck, Mark, Hokonui 73 82 Reid & Son, Monte Christo, Wright's Bush... 2894 2095 Steel, John, Spar Bush 487 474 Reilly, Edmund, Winton 22 47 Stenhonse, R. and J., South Hillend 75 162 Richards, James, Makarewa Bush 178 200 Stevens, Alexander, Ryal Bush 79 Riddell, Harry, Lumsden 128 Nil Stevenson, Thomas, and Sons, Riversdale ... 400 608 Ritchie, James, Waituna 111 Stevenson, W., Isla Bank 400 247 Ritchie, R. D., Mataura 661 509 Stewart, Archibald, Balfour 124 278 Robbie, Francis Brownhall, Isla Bank 160 267 Stewart, David, Gore 123 100 Robertson, Alexander, Brown's 472 544 Stewart, David, Gorge Road 90 186 Robertson, Allan, Winton 200 252 Stewart, Donald, Dipton 303 200 Robertson, James, Brown's 348 584 Stinson, John, Menzie's Perry, Wyndham ... 28 Nil Robertson, John, Brown's 24 41 Stokes, Joseph, Woodlands 17 16 Robinson, Charles* Kapuka 135 89 Strachan, David, Wallacetown 71 36 Rogers, J., Glenguoich & Fairlight, Inver'gill 17581 15934 Strang, James, Woodlands 37 75 Rogers, John,Fairlight, Garston 216 Strang, James, Wright's Bush 388 483 Rogers, W. B., Glenure, Balfour 2159 Stuart, George, Longridge, Balfour 870 1233 Mrs, Margaret, South Hillend 70 182 Stuart, Robert, Otapiri Gorge 496 326 Rolton, 116 Ronald, William, Waianiwa 616 640 Stuart, William, Otapiri Gorge 132 Rose, John, Myross Bueh 31 78 Sutherland, D., Otapiri Gorge 191 20O Alexander, Ryal Bush 412 473 Sutherland, J. G., Hedgehope 280 Ross, 51 Ross, Donald, Riversdale 55 50 Sutherland, William, Kennington 51 Ross, James, Brown's 80 Nil Sutton, G., Winton 1363 1372 Ross, Coleman, Grovebush 465 269 Sutton, William, Hedgehope 287 237" Otatara 217 262 Swain, Hodges, and Son, Oteramika Gorge... 56 40 Ross, John, 833 Rose, John, Waimatuku 133 372 Swale, Ralph, Limehills 964 Dipton 96 182 Sweatman, N., Cattle Plat, Balfour 447 575 Ross, Robert, 68 Ross, Robert, Riversdale 61 100 Tall, Albert, Kapuka Roy, Alexander, Balfour 370 671 Tanner and Sons, Hokonui 566 591 William, Mataura Island 100 Tapper, Alfred, Wallacetown 550 560 Rule, 585 Russell, Arthur, Bluegums, Lochiel 170 300 Tayles, William, Longridge Village 465 Gorge Road 13 Nil Taylor, Angus, Hokonui 998 1001 Russell, James, 193 Russell, Robert, Waikiwi 170 Taylor, Duncan, Limehills 94 Sabine, Mrs. M. A., Richmond Grove 37 27 Taylor, E., and Co., Woodlands 94 Nil J. H., Longbush 300 296 Taylor, J. B., Waikiwi 393 440 Sadlier, Bush 743 Sadlier, William, Woodlands 150 Taylor, John, Roslyn 770 Saunderson, Richard, Mabel Bush 10 Nil Taylor, Owen, Caroline 277 397 182 Saxelby, John, Woodlands 31 Nil Templeton, John, Riversdale 173 Schmidt, A. P., Woodlands 600 Nil Terry, William, Gore 90 81 W., Hokonui 490 586 Thompson, A. and A., Dipton 100 100 Scott, 2()O Scouler, W. and Co., Almondell,Wright sBush 2156 Nil Thompson, Thomas, Gap Road, Winton 422 Mrs. William, Grove Bush 300 300 Thompson, William, Oreti Plains 100 100 Scully, 100 100 Senior, Joseph, Dipton 470 591 Thomson, Andrew, Dipton Alexander, Otapiri Gorge 276 290 Thomson, David, Winton' 492 630 Shand, Winton 1190 Shand, John, Centre Bush, Winton 4140 5130 Thomson, James, 752 Henry, Mokotua 99 87 Thomson, John, Mataura 202 143 Sharp, 541 386 Sharp, Joseph, Winton 500 700 Thomson, John, Newfield, Winton Mark, Winton 906 463 Thomson, John, jun., Riverside, Lochiel 395 394 Shaw, 600 220 Shaw, Samuel, Ryal Bush 6 130 Thomson, J. S., Pahiwi, Balfour Martin, Balfour 50 80 Thomson, Peter, Winton 1596 1930 Shea, 389 454 Shearer, J. 0., Drummond 100 57 Thomson, Thomas, Winton Sheed, Alexander, Mandeville 350 30 Thomson, William, Winton 500 404 Shuttleworth, Joseph, Lumsden 250 550 Tippet, John, Limehills 56 39 Martin, South Hillend 379 622 Tobin, J. and E., Lochiel 53 670 Silk Winton 32 50 Simon, Mrs. Emma, Myross Bush, Invercargill 68 22 Torbet, John, John,Woodlands 83 43 Townshend, Edwin, Mataura 203 362 Simpson, Stewart Island 162 159 Sims, William, Hokonui 180 193 Traill, A. W.,Paterson's Inlet, Peter, Hedgehope 128 156 Tremaine, Frederick, Riversdale 51 158 Sinclair, Hokonui Sloan, John, Gore 93 Trender, James, 197 174 Slocombe, R. H., Riversdale 256 291 Tressider, John, Lumsden ... 200 112 Smaill, Joseph, Riversdale 147 147 Trotter, J. D., Woodlands 1139 1440 Lumsden 200 200 Turnbull, A. 8., Forest Hill, Lochiel 12 14 Small, Andrew, 479 Smellie, William, Ryal Bush 63 87 Turnbull, I. C, Isla Bank 545 Balfour 61 98 Smith, Alexander, Brown's 125 126 Urquhart, William, Smith, B., Fernlea, Gore 390 586 Vivian, James, East Road, Invercargill 125 10 Balfour 429 59a Smith, David, Mandeville 27 174 Walker, David, 19—H. 23. H.—23. 137

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30. 1897. 1898. 1897. 1898.

Walker, Q-eorge, "Woodlands 141 87 Baakin, J. O., Heddon Bush 100 223 Walker, John, Isla Bank 328 243 Basstian, J. B., Mossburn ... 1800 1925 Walker, William, Winton 84 274 Bath, Richard, Gummie's Bush 244 289 Wallace, Angus, Airley, Wallacetown 767 711 Beck, James, Woodlaw, Wairio ... 100 46 Wallis.A. R., Woodstock, Woodlands 1445 1563 Beck, J. F., Wairio 154 Wallis Brothers, Gore 10870 Beck, Joseph, Hartwood, Wairio 1296 1214 Walker, T., Balfour 65 255 Beck, Joseph, jun., Wairio 395 247 Walsh, J. B., Waituna 56 67 Beck, Thomas, Aparima 90 Walsh, Patrick, Gore 336 344 Beer, A. EL, Mossburn 292 Nil Walsh, Thomas, Harrington's 60 60 Beer, George, Mossburn 1417 1521 Ward, Arthur, Drummond 860 887 Beer, H., Otautau 362 247 Ward, W. F., Riverslea, Gore 1624 1291 Beer, W. G-., Mossburn 96 95 Warden, John, Kennington 327 97 Begg, Hugh, Otautau 748 813 Warden, Mrs. Jessie, Kennington 600 348 Begg, Robt., Monte View, Otautau 550 497 Wardrope, James, Dipton 51 41 Bell, Henry, Otautau 16 18 Watson, Robert, Lochiel 181 Bellotti, B., Wairio 125 Watson, Robert, Oreti Plains 269 278 Benzie, Wm, Isla Bank Ifi9 213 Watson, William, Limehills 16 18 Bickley, S. W., Waimatuku 477 297 Weir, William, Waianiwa 292 149 Black, Alex., South Side, Thornbury 93 95 Welsh, John,KenDington 18 15 Blackstock, William, Riverton 222 200 West, A. J., Balfour 200 300 Blackwood, Thomas, Kinloch, Otautau 990 1117 Wharton, J., Hokonui 100 95 Blakie, Andrew, jun., Isla Bank 625 Whatiri, Ihaia, The Neck, Stewart Island ... 40 Nil Blatch, A. P., Clifden, Waiau 1180 1378 Whitaker, David, Dipton 450 400 Bonthron, David, and Sons,Pahi, Dalmore... 8 Nil Wilcox, William, Myross Bush 35 17 Boyle, John, Heddon Bush 500 494 Wile, John, Otapiri Gorge 48 Bradley, Mrs. Mary, Wairio 60 Williams, James, Wright's Bush 15 117 Brighton, Gavin, Nightcaps 198. 218 Williams, John, East Road, Invercargill ... Ifi5 170 Brown, Dr.W., Sharpridge, Orawia (Dunedin) 864 1047 Wille, William, Invercargill 100 110 Brown, William, Thornbury 340 570 Wilson, Henry, Ryal Bush 643 703 Browning, Allen, Mossburn 755 685 Wilson, Alexander, Mabel Bush 72 137 Brownridge, James,Fairfax 182 234 Wilson, James, Myross Bush 60 Nil Buckingham, T. A., Drummond 3K3 298 Wilson, John, Otapiri Gorge 100 137 Buick, W. and R., Otautau 1163 798 Wilson, J. B., Balfour 384 494 Bunton, Richard, Riverton 99 116 Wilson, Jervis, Wendon 300 274 Butler, E. P., Chantry Downs, Otautau 20 15 Wilson, John, Waianiwa 463 279 Calder, Alexander, Thornbury 900 1200 Wilson, R. S., Seaward Downs 100 90 Calder, George, Gummie's Bush 130 22 Wilson, Thomas, South Hillend 196 288 Calder, J. and A. H., Wrey's Bush 96 447 Wilson, Thomas, Waianiwa 310 265 Calder, William, Heddon Bush 800 474 Windle, Henry, Longridge Village 190 97 Cameron, Donald, Clifden 343 739 Wilson, W. J.,Dipton 198 Cameron, William, Centre Island, Riverton 2U0 284 Winter, W. J.,Wyndham 22 Nil Campbell, R., jun.,Mararoa, Burw'd, Lumsden 28249 28318 Wood, T. E., Seaward Moss 13 14 Cantrell, W. S. S., Thornbury 697 Woods, James, Oreti Plains 1054 1597 Carrnichael, Allan, Invercargill 555 547 Woods, Samuel, Oreti Plains 980 900 Carmichael, James, Gummie's Bush 596 15 Woodward, P. S., Retreat, Invercargill 34 Carrick, John, Otautau 1106 1406 Wright, Thomas, Gore 193 178 Casey, Timothy, Opio 197 172 W> lie, Johnson, Mataura Island 172 Catto, John, Heddon Bush 272 194 Yardley, Richard, Lumsden 510 600 Chalmers, Colonel, Mt. Linton, Nightcaps ... 18478 17295 Tork, Adam, Hokonui 8 80 Chamberlain, Mary, Orawia 171 100 York, David, Hedgehope 93 51 Chartres, William, Mossburn 686 840 Young, James, Wright's Bush 500 500 Chewings, George, Glenelg, Mossburn ... | 3255 3600 Young, J. and J., Woodlands 393 197 Christie, A., Dipton 600 643 Young, Robert, Mabel Bush 45 60 Christie, John, Waimatuku 368 300 Young, Thomas, Mataura ; 500 300 Church and Maclean, Nightcaps 596 600 Young, William,Burnside, Gore 298 150 Clark, Charles, Heddon Bush 400 Young, William, Hedgehope 89 91 Clark, D. P., Nightcaps 40 50 Zwies, Leopold, Brown's 568 680 Clark, Duncan, Fairfax 150 400 Zwies, Lewis, Hokonui 285 180 Clark, James, Nightcaps 304 256 Clark, Thomas, Heddon Bush 706 395 525,338 546,934 Cochrane, A. 0., Heddon Bush 390 395 Collins, John, Clifden 600 480 Total in county 856,416 877,522 Connor, Timothy, Waimatuku 92 96 Colquhoun, Malcolm, Wrey's Bush 352 290 WALLACE COUNTY Coombes, Christopher, Drummond 162 (In Southland Subdivision). Coombes, Mrs. Ann, Heddon Bush 30 96 Adamson, John, Eastern Bush 165 74 Coombes, T. J., Aparima 263 194 Adie, William, Fairfax 194 204 Cournane, Thomas, Nightcaps 270 263 Allan, Peler, Feldwick, Orawia 126 8(1 Craig, J. G., Eastern Bush 194 296 Allison, Arthur, Drummond 243 244 Craig, W. R., Eastern Bush 198 232 Allison Brothers, Drummond 740 977 Crean, Michael, Nightcaps 400 700 Allison, James, Gummie's Bush 198 257 Creed, Daniel, Opio 98 82 Anderson, David, Mossburn 300 250 Creegan, John, Wrey's Bush 81 214 Anderson, Robert, Riverton 181 100 Crengle Brothers, Otautau 339 260 Andrews, William, Heddon Bush 197 300 Crowe, Denis, Scott's Gap, Otautau 490 580 Arklay, George, Riverton 347 371 Cupples, R., Otautau 1826 1333 Ayton, W., Aparima 290 400 Cupples, Thomas, Otautau 1000 81 Baird, Robert, Isla Bank 1154 699 Curtin, John, Wrey's Bush 302 292 Haird, Robert, jun., Drummond 180 Curtin, Michael, Wrey's Bush 200 356 Bank of Austr'sia,Belmont, Wairaki, Otautau 13192 12389 Dalgetv and Co.,Dunrobin, Mossburn 3716 4062 Bank New Zealand, Lumsden, Invercargill .. 14730 Nil Darleyj W. J., Eastern Bush 900 990 Barwell, E. W., Otautau 337 368 I )avannay, Michael, Annandale 290 378 Barwell, J. and G., Warrenburn, Orawia ... 681 486 Daviee, A. R., Highlands, Riverton 100 176 Barwell, Samuel, Otautau 500 367 Davis, George, Eastern Bush 182 98 138 H.—23.

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30,3 1898. 1897. 1898.1B98. 1897.

536 Alexander, Briarly, Heddon Bush... 259 254 Hamilton, Alexander, Drummond 540 Daweon, 135 130 Dawson, G. N., Waimatuku 36 Nil Hamilton, George, Thornbury Drummond 62 51 Hannah, Andrew, Aparima, Otautau 370 396 Dawson, Tbos., 800 600 Deacon, James, Isla Bank 96 92 Hardwick, John, Otautau Oreti Plains 534 405 Hara, A. R., Fairfax 11170 1511 Deegan Brothers, 298 343 Dickson, David, Wairio 256 586 Harper, James, Otautau Dickson, John, Underwood, Scott's (Jap 200 185 Harrison, Enoch, Dipton 806 758 499 590 Harvey, George, Nightcaps y ... 1342 1192 Dodda, J., Wairio 100 300 Donnan, William, Otautau 500 Hawthorn, Matthew, Wairio of), Mayfield, Oreti Plains 565 673 Hayes Brothers, Mossburn 989 959 Drabble, F. (Exrs. 34 Duggan, John,Wrey's Bueh 254 294 Hayes, Morgan, Riverton 259 Haywood, Charles, Thornbury 631 964 Durie, William, Clifden 853 1384 Dyer, F. J., Mossburn 1176 1360 Haywood, William, Fairfax Mossburn 300 284 Heider and Awdry, Redcliff, Blackmount ... 7196 7106 Dysart, Thomas, 500 440 Earle and Reburn, Lillburn, Clifden 1167 811 Henderson, William, Heddon Bush Drummond 2150 2050 Henderson, Mrs. J., Otautau 100 100 Edridge, A. E.,! 300 Egan, M. P., Wrey's Bush 240 254 Henderson, James, Otautau Nil ■ Egan, Michael, Wairio 200 2s3 Hill, Leonard, Merrivale, Eastern Bush 137 William, Winton 100 290 Hogan, John, Annandale 20 152 Egerton, 200 200 Elder and Co., A. L., Merrivale 12250 13588 Hogan, Patrick, Heddon Bush Mevrivale, Clifden 114 151 Hogan, William, Wairio 27 Nil Bllett, H., Bush 230 Ellie, Mrs. F. E., Blackwater, Biverton 691 1542 Holleran, P., Wrey's 274 Mrs. F. R., Koromiko, Orawia 1205 1019 Holleran, R., Wrey's Bush 174 190 Ellis, Lumsden 36000 36000 Ellis, Mrs., Mavora, Balmoral, Queenstown... 7600 Holmes, Hon. M., Castle Rock, ... David, Far Bush, Otautau 323 295 Holmes, Hon. M., Manipori, Mararoa 8100 8200 Evans, Guinmie's Bush 190 98 Evane, William, Brown's 996 1500 Hopcroft, William, 406 600 Horrell, John, Clifden 650 544 Ewan Brothers, Drummond 1110 Fallow, James, Thornbury 128 104 Hubber, H., Heddon Bush 1300 1196 Instone, Matthew, Riversleigh, Invereargill 1253 1590 Fallow, Matthew, Riverton 782 888 Ferguson, Duncan, Otautau 62 82 James, Richard, Otautau 1188 Orawia 285 Nil James, S., Otautau 389 445 Findlay, James, Merrivale, 154 Findlay, John, Merrivale, Orawia 350 692 Johnston, J. G-., Kokonga, Nightcaps Jeremiah, G-attee, Nightcaps 177 169 Johnston, J. S., Opio 74 Finn, 340 Finn, Mrs. John, Nightcaps 100 Nil Johnston, Mrs. Isabella, Nightcaps 87 Wrey's Bush 468 437 Johnston, Samuel, Waimatuku 66 Finn, Thomas, 390 Fleck, John, Riverton 400 550 Johnston, William, G-roper's Bush 496 Flemming R. and J., Mossburn 758 710 Jones, Allan, Drummond 394 372 7i'O 713 Kavenny, D. J., Wrey's Bush 100 100 Fletcher, G. W., Lumsden 369 Fletcher, Peter, Fairfax 460 413 Kean, James, South Hillend 352 Nightcaps 200 Kearney, Thomas, Hamilton Burn, Mossburn 100 Nil Flynn, John, 176 58 Forbes, William, Orawia 184 191 Keen, John, Aparima 200 Heddon Bush 1396 1296 Keen, Wm., Wairio 501 385 Ford, J. B., 28 Ford, John, Wrey's Bush 400 300 Keenan, John, Thornbury 28 Pine Tree Fairfax 681 816 Kellow, William, Otautau 131 92 Forcle, John, Farm, 660 Forde, John, Wnirio 1378 1395 Kennedy, T. W., Scott's Gap 6«0 Scott's Gap 400 400 Kennedy, William, Heddon Bush 230 174 Forde, J. C, 252 Forde, L., Heddon Bush 98 94 Kerr, Patrick, Q-liidfield, Winton 247 Forde, T. 0., Heddon Bush 183 193 Keveney, John, Otautau 97 Nil , W., Drummond 193 100 Kincaid, Samuel, Drummond 122 92 Forde,! 368 Fowl, B. B., Clifden 315 King, James, Clifden 48* . King, J. and P., Orawia 447 495 Fraeer, Duncan, Waimatuku 160 217 Waimatuku 313 100 Kirk, George, Mossburn 142 192 Fraser, John, 600 490 Fraser, John, Round Hill, Mosaburn 1199 1389 Kirkpatriek, Thomas, Wairio Lachlan, Waimatuku 83 55 Kirkwood, James, Heddon Bush 118 186 Fraser, 113 59 Fraeer, Thomas, Waimatuku 176 200 Knock, Samuel, Drummond William, South Hillend 33 90 Knox, Hugh, Wairio 66 Fraser, Centre Lumsden 6496 6018 Fraser, William, Waimatuku 275 396 Land & Loan Co. N.Z., Hill, W. S., Aldonrie, Waimatuku 235 185 Langford, F., South Hillend 697 Fraeer, Hillend Fraser and McLean, Mossburn 6681 Nil Langford, William, South 591 589 Alexander, Riverton 222 265 Liggett, James, Wairio 83 98 Frew, 200 Frew, David, Opio 293 300 Lindsay, A. W., Isla Bank Nil W. A., Thornbury 236 144 Lindsay, J. B., Isla Bank 541 600 Fullarton, Otautau 635 858 Gallagher, James, Wairio 881 93 Lindsay, John, Strathmore, Owen, Wairio 198 382 Lindsay, John, Isla Bank 400 390 Gallagher, 560 Gardner, J., Birchwood, Wairio 14000 12621 Lindsay, R. and A., Waimatuku 791 John,Drummond 403 400 Lindsay, W. V., Isla Bank 604 484 Gerrard, 800 Gerrard, Mrs. Mary, Otautau 62 94 Linscott, F. J.,Thornbury 700 Jessie, Manapouri 216 Nil Littleton, H., Otautau 544 990 Gibb, Nil Gibbs, Mrs. Sarah Ann, Manapouri 187 Nil Liveeey, J. and J., Riverton 42 Archibald, Groper's Bush 200 168 Lows, George, Otautau 303 Gilchrist, 11 Nil Glynn, John, Otautau 283 263 Macdonald, Rev. A., Otautau James, Drummond 200 400 Mackenzie, Lachlan, Otautau 484 600 Grant, 100 28 Grant, John, Fairfax 116 Nil Mackintosh, Mrs. R., Glenroy, Wairio Simon, Op.i.o 566 573 Manson, Alexander, Nightcaps 200 100 Grant, Nightcaps 92 Nil Gray, W., Waimatuku 1558 1249 Manson, Donald, Eastern Bush 243 218 Manson, James, Bayswater, Invercargill 296 290 Green, Mies Gertrude, 152 Greenslade, Robert, Otautau 96 Markey, Michael, Wrey's Bush 48 Aitchison, Nightcaps 192 246 Marson, George, Drummond 51 55 Greer, • 498 422 Grey, W. J.,Te Tua 190 20 Mason, James, Nightcaps 300 400 Mathers, H. and A., Clifden 497 259 Groves, G., Nightcaps... 290 153 Guise, John, Wild. Bush, Riverton 132 120 Matheson, Hugh, Orawia Taringatura,. Cattle Flat 2248 1163 McAnnelly, Patrick, Wairio 183 172 Hailes, W. M., ... and Thornbury 453 350 McCall, John, Drummond 240 100 Hall, Andrew, Son, 339 Hall, J. A., Nightcaps : 591 273 McCall, John, Eastern Bush 354 H.—23 139

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheep on

April 30, April 30, April 30, April 30, 18B7. 1898. 1897. 1898.

McCauley, Mrs. Bridget, Mossburn 345 391 Plunkett, E., South Hillend 489 688 McDonald, David, Heddon Bush 100 104 Power, Thomas, Wrey's Bush 500 479 McDonald, Dugald, Wild Bush, Riverton ... 534 481 Prendergast, Edmond, Otautau 600 1500 McDonald, James, Orawia 498 237 Prendeville, Michael, Nightcaps 196 160 McDonald, Neil, Nightcaps 400 Nil Prendeville, Mrs. Margaret, Mossburn 183 181 McDougall, Charles, Fairfax 394 477 Printz, George, Riverton 2174 2263 McDougall, J. R., Isla Bant 95 97 Provan, Alexander, Heddon Bush 274 370 McFarlane, John,Drummond 410 205 Purdue, J. B., Nightcaps ... 12 300 McFarlane, Peter, Groper's Bush 100 144 Quayle, William, jun., Mossburn 100 Nil McFetrick, Alexander, Drummond 800 2360 Quested, James, Stony Hill, Nightcaps 141 McGaw, G-. W., Waimatuku 50 21 Ramsay, James, Otautau 76 74 McHardy, Alexander, Isla Bank 390 350 Eance, H., Waimutuku 100 92 Melntosh Brothers, Monamore, Opio 4080 4560 Kavenscroft Brothers, Otautau 100 176 Mclntosh, Donald, Fairfax ■ 99 92 Eeid Brothers, Mossburn 94 400 Melntosh, William, Mossburn 1955 1826 Eeid, William, Wrey's Bush 172 232 Mclntyre, J., Rothimurchis, Thornbury 1937 1672 Eeidie, David, G-roper's Bush 242 177 Mclvor, D., Scott's Q-ap, Otautau 296 170 EeihiU. Patrick, Scott's Gap, Otautau 322 362 Mclvor, Roderick, Otautau 53 169 Eichards Brothers, Orepuki 170 McKay, F., ViewHill, Gummie'sBush 189 180 Eitchie, James, Nightcaps 2185 2167 McKay, John, Rosedale, Riverton 266 238 Eobbie, James, Waimatuku 142 McKay, Murdoch, Scott's Gap 136 65 Eobertson, Johana, Opio 88 McKay, Thomas, Mossburn 102 100 Eoberts and Co., Eingway, Otautau 4799 2480 McKenzie, Alexander, The Gorge, Mossburn 1000 975 Eobertson, J.,Fairfax 55 43 McKenzie Brothers, Forebank, Isla Bank ... 484 589 Eobson, Alexander, Aparima 434 387 McKenzie, John, Wairio 297 291 Eobson, A. and E., Thornbury 280 193 McKenzie, Nephew, Williamfield, Isla Bank 520 10 Eonald, J. W., Seaview Farm, Waimatuku... 255 McKenzie, Roderick, Blackmount 10000 Eonald, Eobert, Nightcaps 210 263 McKenzie, T. W., Drummond 122 81 Eowley and Cantrell, Thornbury 590 Nil McLaren, N. A., Redfern, Otautau 1342 325 Rowley and Hamilton, Avondale,Nightcaps... 10700 10566 McLean, H., Dunrobin, Mossburn 8000 Eoy, Alexander, Stoneytown, Moesburn 988 1367 McLean, J. B., Thornbury 1224 1000 Eoy, E., Mossburn 218 294 McLees Brothers, Otautau 788 824 Ryan, James, Heddon Bueh 365 284 McLeod, Neil, Heddon Bush 240 Nil Eyan, Patrick, Heddon Bush 338 76 MeNay, William, Thornbary 51 Salton Brothers, Orawia 483 598 McNaughton, John, Highlands, Riverton ... 100 63 Saunders, Frank, South Hillend 547 550 McNaughton, N., Merrivale, Orawia 260 Saunders, W., Willow Bank, Gummie's Bush 36 40 McNeJll, Peter, Thornbury 2058 2216 Scobie, A. P., Mossburn 231 481 McPherson, Archibald, Dalmore 98 85 Scobie, Eobert, Manapouri 1090 1064 Meehan, T., Drummond 110 97 Scobie, William, jun., Eastern Bush 456 295 Meek, Robert, Fairfax 600 800 Scobie, William, Eastern Bush 314 551 Melland and Co., Cheviot, Mararoa 3500 3000 Scothorn, F., Wairio 240 380 Melland and Co., Te Anau, Mararoa 10682 8000 Scott, Andrew, Merrivale, Orawia 294 158 Menzies and Batger, Otahu, Waiau 3284 Nil Scott, W., Clifden 475 586 Mewton, John, Mossburn 270 262 Scottish N.Z. Invest. Co., Bayswater, Otautau 1520 Nil Miohell, John, Rosehill, Orawia 460 383 Scottish N.Z.Invest. Co.,Ermedale,Fairfax... 2617 2722 Millar, Robert, Groper's Bush 1100 1098 Scouler, James, Mossburn 3689 4190 Miller, Alexander, Thornbury 368 310 Shaw Brothers, Fairfax 186 89 Miller, Archibald, Nightcaps 96 80 Shaw, J., Bayswater, Heddon Bush 87 700 Mills, James, Mararoa 1689 1161 Sheddan, James, Scott's Gap 364 398 Mitchell, W. S.,.Lumsden 14934 Sheehan, Denis, South Hillend 298 285 Mollison, William, Isla Bank 865 789 Sheehan, Edward, Avondale, Opio 192 281 Molloy, Hugh, Gummie's Bush 97 93 Sheridan, Patrick, Groper's Bush 70 85 Morrison, Hector, Eastern Bush 197 193 Sinclair, D., Calder Bank, Nightcaps 198 260 Morrison, John, Merrivale, Orawia 195 188 Sinclair, Misses M. and S., Orawia 429 450 Morton, George, Otautau 200 88 Sinclair, Mrs. E. C, Lumsden 190 150 Morton, Gustavus, Nightcaps 188 95 Slattery, Michael, Fairfax 95 180 Morton, J. T., Orawia 80 Nil Smith, Alexander, Mossburn 453 634 Mouat, Malcolm, Woodlands, Eastern Bush 1070 1170 Smith, James, Isla Bank 196 300 Muir, David, Model Farm, Otantau 1236 Smith, J. H., Moasburn 293 278 Murchison, D., Merrivale, Orawia 328 195 Snod grass, William, Te Anau 226 Murchison, R., and Son, Riverton 250 241 Southern, Walter, Waimatuku 500 147 Nelson, Archibald, Drummond 265 806 Spencer, H. M., Etalvale, Nightcaps 4773 4897 Newton, J. J., Wrey's Bush 283 312 Spillane Brothers, Opio 696 698 Newton, Matthew, Aparima 334 448 Stalker, Alexander, Nightcaps 120 Nil Newton, William, Nightcaps 238 396 Steel, Thomas, Otautau 60 Nicholls, Charles, Wairio 109 175 Stenhouse, Robert, Groper's Bush 100 100 Noble Brothers, Scott's Gap 75 75 Stevens, C. S., Opio 175 82 Nuttall, J. R., Riverton 61 51 Stevens, E. J.,Riverton 227 239 N.Z. L. and M. A. Co., Sunnyside, Wairaki 4267 4912 Stevens, Joseph, Beaumont Station, Nightcaps 1500 2500 N.Z. M. and Invest. Ass'n., Waihola, Wairio H725 4772 Stevens, J. G., Nightcaps 1500 2500 O'Brien, Patrick, Wairio 74 43 Stevens, Miss Lucy, Beaumont, Nightcaps ... 300 300 O'Brien, W., Nightcaps 120 100 Stevens, W. (Ex'ors of), S. Grove, Nightcaps 1330 1765 O'Dowd, William, Nightcaps 292 294 Stevens, W. (Exrs. of), Beaumont, Nightcaps 11941 12196 Officer, George, Scott's Gap 300 244 Stewart, H. N., Drummond 262 275 Officer, John, and Sons, Thornbury 487 444 Stewart, Mrs. Helen, Scott's Gap 51 Officer, R. and A., Fairfax 1384 174 Stormouth, W., Drummond 378 525 Officer, William, Groper's Bush 132 228 Storry, Robert, Mararoa 767 697 Omeara, Patrigk, Nightcaps 490 385 Storey, Robt., Mararoa 230 342 Ota»o & Southl'd Invest., Annandale, Inv'gill 726 357 Stroud, T., Fairfax 600 405 Parkhurst, H. S., Longwood, Riverton 18 92 Stuck, Mrs. H. M., Bentwood, Eiverton 184 59 Paterson and Todd, Otautau 195 378 Sutherland, James,Fairfax ..: 114 Payne and Sons, Nightcaps 91 Nil Sutherland, Eobert, Clifden 541 640 Pirie Brothers, Isla Bank 700 Sutherland, Eobert, Merrivale, Orawia 200 98 Pirie, James, Ma Bank 880 392 Sutherland, Eobert, Nightcaps 343 394 139 H.—23,

OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. OTAGO DISTRICT—continued. No. of Sheep on No. of Sheepon April 30, April 30, April SO, April 80, 1887. 1898. 1897. 1898.

lutton, Charles, Drummond 174 374 Vyner, P. A., Otakarama, Gore 3885 Nil lutton, Frederick, Thornbury 2226 1721 Waddell, T. K., Mossburn 100 92 lutton, J. B.,Thornbury 1*95 1570 Walker, William, Otaufcau 266 428 tapper, Robert, CHfden, Invereargill 3840 4000 Ward, Frank, Drummond 100 93 Paylor, William, Wairio 13 Nil Ward, Henry, Te Tua 57 26 [Wpleton, John, Waimatuku 190 Nil Watson, Abram, jun., Clifden 160 250 fempleton, John, jun., Clifden 146 198 Watson Bros., Meadow Bank, Heddon Bush 1695 2023 Cennant, John, Heddon Bush 13699 13197 Watson, Mrs. Catherine, Kiverton 91 Nil [eviotdale, Peter, Isla Bank 1925 2112 Whyte, Robert, Olifden 300 391 Moesburn Thomson, Alexander, Otautau ••• 200 200 Williamson, George, 213 244 Phornton, Mrs. Annie, Scott's Gap 81 93 Wilson, J., Orawia 295 277 finker, William, Nightcaps 432 Wilson, John, Riverton 103 Nil Poogood, William, Etal Creek, Nightcaps ... 397 477 Wohlers, John,Thornbury 356 377 Porpy, Daniel, Merrivale, Orawia 150 156 Woodhead, W. L., Drummond 196 193 Correns, Thomas, Mossburn 295 394 Culloch, William, Mossburn 620 500 450,594 450,607 rurnbull, Mrs. J. B., Thornbury 220 200

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