Hori Ngakapa Whanaunga.
The oldest surviving chief of the tribe Ngatiwhanaunga. He fought
against the Government in the Waikato war of 1863-64. He was the
last to surrender his arms when peace was made with the rebels at
the Thames. He has been unflinchingly loyal since then. He is a
very honest and reliable man. He was one of those who materially
assisted in the opening up of the Hauraki lands for gold mining
purposes.
Tamati Waka te Puhi (deceased)
Was one of the survivors of Hongi Ika's attack on the Totara pa at
the Thames - where the Uringahu hapu of Ngatimaru of which he was
chief was nearly exterminated. He was always loyal to the
Government and much respected by all who had dealings with him. His
wife, Rangitehau, was the hereditary "ariki" of the Ngatimaru
tribe.
Written By
And
RECEIVED
From
James MacKay Esq - For [ ] [ ] Warden
11 AUG
98
and afterwards Gov Land Purchase Commissioner
Hauraki Gold Mining district.
Answered__________
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