RECENT INTELLIGENCE. NEW ZEALAND.
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CHURCH MISSIONARY INTELLIGENCER. [January 1,1837.
RECENT INTELLIGENCE.
NEW ZEALAND.
We are thankful to report that Mr. J. Booth arrived safely, and in good spirits for his work, at Wanganui, April 28. On June 4, when on the point of starting for Pipiriki, he writes--
"I am glad to tell you, that, from what I hear, the natives at Pipiriki are favourably disposed towards us, and feel glad that we are going thither.
"The Government Industrial School for native boys, on the opposite side of the river, has been broken up for want of pupils. They find that the native boys are not inclined to work without payment. This is the greatest obstacle which I shall have to contend against. It will require a great amount of tact and perseverance to bring about the self-supporting system in the present state of things. Still, I do not despair of succeeding. I beg the favour of your prayers, that our gracious and loving Father may be pleased to grant unto us the spirit of wisdom and perseverance in our work.
"Last Monday evening I exhibited the magic lantern. I wish you could have heard and seen all that was said and done. The natives were almost beside themselves with excitement. It is long since I have heard such an uproar as they made."
Mr. Booth's influence is likely to be much strengthened by the presence of his brother--a carpenter--who has accompanied him, and will make himself useful to the Maoris in the neighbourhood.
