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John MORRISON 1850-1859

Archives NZ Wellington Reference IA 1 1856/2365
1856 Jul 09 John Morrison of Auckland "was requested by Messrs James 
Morrison & Co. of Philpot Lane, London to take steps in their behalf 
for their appointment to the office of agents for the colony of New 
Zealand.... to lay before you... an application in writing... and in 
doing so I have only to regret that my connection with these gentlemen 
has been so recent that I may not be so well qualified to speak of 
their circumstances as others to whom they refer who have known them 
longer...  Messrs Morrison & Co. state that the New Zealand Government 
have hitherto employed a gentleman of the name of Ridgeway to transact 
their business for them, but they surmise that that appointment is 
only temporary; and as it will be necessary to transact the business 
of the General Government by a regularly appointed mercantile agent 
they express their desire to obtain such appointment, feeling 
themselves well qualified by position, capital & character to accept 
it...the present members of the firm... who are well known in Sydney, 
Melbourne & Adelaide as well as in the several settlements of New 
Zealand... They are represented in:

Wellington by Messrs W. B. Rhodes & Co., Nelson by Danl. Moore & Co., 
New Plymouth by Geo. Curtis, Auckland by myself [John Morrison] and as 
they have been for years interested in the New Zealand trade they are 
perhaps as intimately acquainted with the general bearing of affairs 
in this colony as any other house in London... Their charges for 
purchasing are 2.5% and by their connection with the banking interest 
they are prepared to negotiate for such loans as those now 
contemplated by the General Government in favourable terms... Messrs 
J. Morrison & Co. have communicated with Thos. Baitley Esq., Auckland 
& Messrs W. B. Rhodes & Co., Wellington on the subject."

Attached correspondence
1855 Sep 08 Partial transcript

Sir, I beg to inform you that I have this day retired from the firm of 
James Morrison & Co., leaving with my late partners my perfect 
goodwill; and I request for them a continuance of the favors which by 
your confidence and correspondence, the house has hitherto enjoyed. I 
am Sir, Your Most Obedient Servant, Joseph R. Morrison, Philpot Lane, 
London.

Dear Sir, Referring to the above circular, announcing the retirement 
from our house of Mr Joseph Robert Morrison, we take leave to inform 
you, that the business will be carried on by us without any alteration 
in our firm, capital, or business arrangements. We remain, dear Sir, 
Yours Faithfully, John Wingate McLaren , John Renshaw Signed James 
Morrison & Co.


The Master: J. D. Ormond of Wallingford - Chapter 5 Emigration p27
Geordie Richardson left England on 23 May 1857. Like his sister 
[Hannah] he, too, kept a journal during the voyage, but this is an
unrevealing document. In it he fails to disclose the reason for his
emigration and makes no mention of his early life. It is only from
brief references in his sister's journal that we know he took a course
in accountancy before going to London to join a shipping firm, John
Morrison & Coy, which organised transport and emigration to New
Zealand. So we must presume that Geordie was either sent by the firm
or that tales of the opportunities available in the new world fired him
to leave the old land. On the other hand, from what is learned 
subsequently of Geordie and his disreputable habits, his departure may
have been a flight. But whatever the cause he sailed for New Zealand
with Captain Morrison on the Southern Cross.

Geordie and Morrison, however, proved incompatible. "He is a confirmed
egoist and dislikes me because I have shown my contempt for his style
of walking." Thus Geordie explained their breach in his journal.
Therefore it was hardly surprising that near the end of the voyage
Morrison announced he would remain only a few days in Wellington
and then "leave me to fend for myself". But Geordie was not dependent
on Morrison. He was already preparing to establish himself as a trader.

New Zealand Spectator Wednesday 7 Oct 1857 p2
Immigration Notice
The Undersigned Agents for Messrs John Morrison & Co.'s new and
splendid Line of Clipper Ships from London to New Zealand, are
prepared to make arrangements with Settlers for bringing out their
friends from England on most liberal terms. Stuart, Kinross & Co.,
Wellington, September 30, 1857.

Archives NZ Wellington Reference IM-N 1/1 1858/207
Letter written by John Morrison from Nelson on 27 March 1858 to
A. Greenfield, Secretary of the Commissioners of Immigration. 
Received 29 March 1858

Sir, I beg to return the documents herewith relating to the Immigration
Conditions. I have left with Messrs Nicholson & Ridings a Tender for
the Conveyance of Emigrants from London to Nelson. Owing to the
Conditions not being corrected in the papers you forward me with I have
taken no notice of the "Terms and conditions" leaving it open to
subscribe to those proposed at the meeting today on my return from the
Wairau, you will be pleased to explain this to the Commissioners, and
oblige, Sir, Yours most obedtly, John Morrison

Archives NZ Wellington Reference IM-N 1/1 1858/232
Letter written by John Morrison from Nelson on 27 March 1858 to the
Commissioners of Immigration. Opened 5 April 1858.

I the undersigned party Tender to convey Immigrants from London to
Nelson, New Zealand at the following rates viz:
Adults - eighteen pounds eighteen shillings each
Children between 1 and 12 years of age - nine pounds nine shillings each
Children under 1 year - free

John Morrison for John Morrison & Co., 138 Leadenhall Street, London

Archives NZ Wellington Reference NP 7/3a 1858/293
Letter written 24 Apr 1858 by Nicholson & Ridings of Nelson to the
Provincial Secretary A. Domett.

Dear Sir, On behalf of our friends Messrs John Morrison & Co. of
London we beg to tender to the services of that firm as agents in
Great Britain to the Provincial Government.

Mr John Morrison of that firm, whom we have the pleasure of introducing
to you, and whose tender for Immigration has been accepted, at the
cost of much time and labour, by personal examination of the Country,
and by seeking information from many of those best qualified from
lengthened residence in it, to form an estimate of the Extent of
available land in, and the capabilities and resources of each district,
has, we believe, succeeded in obtaining as full and intimate an
acquaintence with this Province as is possessed by the oldest settlers.
... [more available - difficult to read]


Archives NZ Wellington Reference IM-N 1/1 1858/10
Letter from Nicholson & Ridings to Alfred Greenfield Esquire,
Emigration Secretary, Nelson 28 May 1858. Received 28 May 1858.

Sir, On behalf of our friends Messrs John Morrison & Co. of 138
Leadenhall Street, London, we beg to accept the Regulations and
Conditions which the Commissioners have attached to the contract for
immigration to the Province, the tender of that from having been
accepted therefor.

We suppose the contract will remain binding during the term of office
of the present Superintendent, unless some well grounded cause of
complaint against the Contractors arise. We should ... to hear from
you on this point. Yours obediently, Nicholson & Ridings.


Archives NZ Wellington Reference IM-N 1/1 1858/13
Letter written by John Morrison at Nelson 3 Jun 1858 to the
Superintendent of Nelson

In accordance with the permission granted by your Honor to state my
views and proposition respecting the formation in London of a 
Provincial Government Agency for the Province of Nelson, I beg leave
to do so having given the matter the fullest consideration.

In London, information in detail respecting the Colony, cannot be
obtained by parties desirous of Emigrating. This draw back is serious,
what little is known is derived from private sources, and does not
bear the weight of authority that information would if procured from
documents issued and forwarded by Government to their acknowledged
Agent there, such information freely circulated would be the means of
drawing the attention of interested parties to the benefits of the
Province, and securing for it a share of labour which is being diverted
to other Colonies, for it may be remarked that Australia, Canada and
the Cape have all their separate Agencies in England competing for this
boon. New Zealand hitherto has not been represented there and believing
that considerable advantage would be gained to this Province by the
creation of such an Agency in London, I would solicit the honour of
securing from the Provincial Government of Nelson, the appointment of
Agent there - acting on its behalf, for the general diffusion of
information respecting the Province, being furnished by the Government
with all Maps and documents necessary to afford such particulars in
detail; to select and superintend the transmission of Emigrants that
the Government may require, as well as to obtain for it any information
specifications or Tenders, that may be required for Public Works in
the Colony or otherwise; also thro the medium of the Government Agency
to enable Residenters in England, altho connected with the Colony, to
secure such correct information, if to be obtained thro the Government
offices, as their interests may require, and to allow parties in the
Nelson Province to have a definite office in London where
communications can be addressed for missing friends &c. Should the
Government permit intending Emigrants to deposit Money in London
towards purchases of land and authorize the Agent there to grant
Receipts for the same on receiving from the London Bankers notice that
the money has been paid and appears in their books to the Credit of the
Provincial Government of Nelson, it would offer a great benefit to
small capitalists and encourage them in the plan of investing in Land,
which they might select within the past 6 months after their arrival
in the Colony, should they alter their intentions within that period,
the Government could refund them the deposit paid in London, by
negotiating on their Bankers there (in whose hands the money would
remain until the decision of the Emigrant was obtained) without
expense or loss. The transactions might result even if the land order
was not taken up, in advantage to Government, by the money so lodged
in England being a deposit account at interest, besides the premium of
Exchange that would accrue on the Government orders in London. I 
venture to offer this latter ... to show that the position of the
Government would not be affected in the slightest degree by such a
policy.

I would also refer for the consideration of your Honor to the subject
of assisted Emigration, connected with the purchase of Land. Many
suitable Emigrants possessing a small capital might avail themselves
of the advantage granted by Government in paying their passage money
or part thereof provided they deposited thru the London Agent of the
Government a sum equal to the amount towards the purchase of Land, to
be selected within a given time after arrival in the Colony, and in the
event of... being taken up the Government will retain the Crown Grant
until the amount due for passage money is paid, should the Land order
not be acted upon the money deposited in London to go to defray the
cost of passage out to Nelson. Such assistance granted by the
Government would be the means of introducing a superior class of
Emigrants, encouraging the sale of land, and yet securing the Province
from any liability of loss in the Collection of assisted passage money.

To carry this suggestion it would be necessary to create a fund in
England for the payment of the assisted passages, should this militate
against the working of it, I may state that I believe the Government
of Nelson could obtain facilities in London for carrying on limited
operations in this way, and if agreeable would be glad to communicate
further on the subject with your Honor.

I am aware that the Regulations of the Province require that all Land
shall be sold by Public Auction, but it rests with the Government to
decide whether this form mught not be fully explained to the Emigrant
before leaving England.

Having stated these views for the consideration of your Honor, I beg
to offer my services gratuitously for the establishing and conducting
of such an Agency in London, requiring only that the Government should
defray the expenses of advertising, printing and postages, all of which
together with the general working of the interests of the Colony might
be supervised at all times by Mr Tytler under whose instructions it 
would afford me pleasure to act. I have the honor to be Sir,
Your Honor most obedt servant, John Morrison

Archives NZ Wellington Reference IA 1 1861/644
Letter written at Auckland by John Morrison on 28 Jun 1858 to the 
Colonial Secretary

Sir, I beg leave to draw the attention of the General Government of 
New Zealand to the want existing in England of obtaining information 
respecting the Colony. In London there is no place where the Public 
can procure such in Detail or Examine for themselves the Government 
Official Regulations of the Provinces, what information is open to 
them can only be procured at different places, and is frequently 
circulated by individuals interested only in one or other of the 
Settlements; this serious inconvenience is no less detrimental to the 
interests of the Colony as it is to many who seek to make New Zealand 
their home, for the conflicting opinions expressed tend only to 
unsettle and discourage enquirers, practical experience enables me to 
bear strong testimony to this existing drawback, that I beg 
respectfully to submit for the consideration of the General Government 
the proposal to establish in London, a General Government Agency, 
where at one office information can be obtained for the whole of New 
Zealand, and the Maps and Official documents filed and Rept.. for 
general information.

Having undertaken the voyage to New Zealand with the sole object of 
obtaining that information respecting the Colony, which cannot at 
present be got in England, and having personally visited every 
province and every Port and Township of importance from Jacobs River 
to Auckland in the course of which I have ridden 1500 miles through 
different parts of the Colony, I beg respectfully to tender my service 
to the General Government to act in the capacity of Agent for New 
Zealand in London. In discharging the duties of that office, while I 
would be able to give effect to such orders and suggestions as might 
from time to time be sent me, I would also be able to watch over every 
new movement bearing upon the Interests of the Colony, and at the same 
time be able to supply that information respecting the advantages and 
capabilities of the Colony which I have thus practically obtained by 
having made myself personally acquainted with them...


Archives NZ Wellington Reference IA 1 1858/1219 15 Jul 1858
"... Being informed that it is contemplated by Government to alter the
Customs Tariff for New Zealand; I beg leave to draw your attention to
the present Duties levied upon articles used in whaling and to solicit
your consideration on this... as every facility is required to aid in
promoting on New Zealand so essential a branch of commerce..."


Archives NZ Wellington Reference IA 1 1861/644
Letter written at Auckland by John Watson Bain on 21 Jul 1858 to the 
Colonial Secreatry

Sir, I have the honour to enclose herewith a letter addressed to you 
by Mr John Morrison of London intimating his having given me a Power 
of Attorney to act for him in the Colony in accordance with the terms 
of which I beg respectfully to state that whenever I am required to do 
so I shall be happy to wait upon you with reference to any matter 
relating to Mr Morrison.

Letter written at Auckland by John Morrison on 20 Jul 1858 to the 
Colonial Secretary

Sir, I beg leave to inform you that I have empowered Mr J. Watson 
Bain, of the Firm Messrs Bain, Grahame & Co., merchants by Power of 
Attorney, to act for me, and make any arrangements the Government may 
require should they confer the appointment of General Colonial Agent 
for New Zealand in London upon myself.


New Zealand Parliamentary Debates 1858 (1856-1858) p589
General Colonial Agency

Mr Stafford moved That a Select Committee be appointed to inquire and 
report as to the expediency of establishing a General Colonial Agency 
for New Zealand: the Committee to consist of Captain Cargill, Mr 
Brown, Mr Daldy, Mr Domett, Mr Hall, Mr Moorhouse, Mr Weld, Mr 
Williamson, and the mover. The question was one of great future 
importance to the colony. The opinion of the Government as to the 
desirability of establishing such an agency had been already 
expressed, by their placing a sum of money on the estimates for that 
purpose; and he considered it a subject on which the House should 
express an opinion.

Mr Hall believed it was scarcely a subject for the consideration of a 
Select Committee, which was more especially intended to deal with 
questions of a complicated nature, or upon which considerable 
difference of opinion might exist; but the present was merely a 
question of policy, and one which might very properly be made a 
subject of debate, and upon which a Responsible Ministry should be 
prepared to express its views.

Mr Richmond said the honourable member had forgotten the peculiar 
position of the General Government on this subject, for, since 
Responsible Government had been established, the provinces had 
appointed their separate agencies, which was the principle reason that 
the Government had in referring the matter to a Select Committee, 
coupled with a desire to obtain certain information from gentlemen 
connected with the Provincial Governments and which they only could 
supply.


Journal of the House of Representatives 1858 p X
Schedule of Accounts and Papers laid upon the Table

No. 88 Paper from Mr J. Morrison relative to the establishment of a 
General Agency for the Colony - presented by command of His Excellency

Nos 13, 42 and 88 Correspondence with Mr J. W. Macdonald relative to 
emigration agency - presented by command of His Excellency


Archives NZ Wellington Reference Le 1 1858/202
Paper from Mr John Morrison relative to Establishment of a General
Government Agency - presented to the Honorable the House of
Representatives by command of His Excellency. Laid on the Table by the
Hon. Col. Secretary 2nd July 1858.

Written at Auckland 28 June 1858
Sir, I beg leave to draw the attention of the General Government of
New Zealand to the want existing in England of obtaining information
respecting the Colony. In London there is no place where the Public
can procure such in Detail or Examine for themselves the Government
Official Regulations of the Provinces, what information is open to them
can only be procured at different places, and is frequently circulated
by individuals interested only in one or other of the Settlements; this
serious inconvenience is no less detrimental to the interests of the
Colony, as it is to many who seek to make New Zealand their home, for
the conflicting opinions expressed tend only to unsettle and discourage
enquirers, practical experience enables me to bear strong testimony
to this existing drawback, that I beg respectfully to submit for the
consideration of the General Government the proposal to establish in
London, a General Government Agency, where at one Office information
can be obtained for the whole of New Zealand, and the Maps and Official
Documents filed and kept for general inspection.

Having undertaken the Voyage to New Zealand with the sole object of
obtaining that information respecting the Colony, which cannot at
present be got in England, and having personally visited every province
and every Port and Township of importance, in the course of which I
have ridden 1500 miles thro different parts of the Colony.

I beg respectfully to tender my services to the General Government
to act in the Capacity of Agent for New Zealand in London. In
discharging the duties of that office, while I would be able to
give effect to such orders and suggestions as might from time to
time be sent me, I would also be able to watch over every new
movement bearing upon the Interests of the Colony, and at the
same time be able to supply that information respecting the
advantages and capabilities of the Colony which I have thus
practically obtained by having made myself personally acquainted
with them. I have &c. John Morrison


Journal of the House of Representatives 1858 p116
Friday 16 Jul 1858 Colonial Agency
[Manuscript version Archives NZ Wellington Ref: Le 1 Box 12 1858/10]

The Hon. Mr Stafford, from the Committee appointed to enquire and 
report as to the expediency of establishing a General Colonial Agency 
for the Colony, brought up a report which was read as followeth:-

The Select Committee of the House of Representatives appointed to 
enquire and report as to the expediency of establishing a General 
Colonial Agency for the Colony, have considered the papers laid on the 
table of the House, marked Nos. 19, 46, 74 and 75, and have examined 
Mr John Morrison, who had offered to act as Agent for the Colony in 
London, and have agreed to the following resolutions:-

That it is desirable to establish a General Agency for New Zealand.

That the Agent should, with the knowledge and consent of the General 
Government, execute commissions for Provincial Governments, but that 
he should not be allowed to enter into separate and independent 
relations with any particular Province, nor to receive separate 
remuneration from any such Province, for any purpose whatever.

That it appears to the Committee that the most eligible position for 
the Office of such an Agency would be King William Street, City, or 
Adelphi Terrace. That such Office should contain, in addition to such 
accommodation as may be required for the Agent and Clerks, a 
convenient and spacious apartment for the exhibition of maps and 
official documents, and for the accommodation of persons visiting the 
rooms.

That the salary of such Agent for the first year, and until further 
experience of the working of the Agency has been acquired, ought not 
to exceed £300 per annum.

That in addition to the above, such reasonable sum should be allowed 
for the Office expenses, as the Executive Government may deem 
advisable.


Journal of the House of Representatives 1858 p128
Friday 23 Jul 1858

Prayers - No. 1 Agency for the Colony
On motion of the Honourable Mr Stafford, resolved That the Report of 
the Select Committee appointed to enquire and report as to the 
expediency of establishing a General Agency for the Colony, be now 
adopted.


Archives NZ Wellington reference NP 7/3b 1859/82
John Morrison writes from London on 30 Oct 1858 to J. P. Robinson
Superintendent Nelson. The letter is sent per steam ship "Salsette".
The letter was received 2 February 1859.

London, 30 Oct 1858, 173, Fenchurch Street
Sir, I hasten to avail myself of the first opportunity since my
arrival in England to intimate that my partnership with Wm Rufus
Powell under the style of John Morrison & Co. ceased on the 8th
day of March last.

It is a matter of deep regret to me to find that the mismanagement
of the business of my late firm, which, in various ways, became
painfully apparent to me during my recent progress through New
Zealand, has been confirmed to even a greater extent than I had
feared. While, unfortunately, I can only express my sorrow at the
annoyance to which those who had confided in my firm have been
subjected, it is yet due to me in my own justification to state
that on leaving England in May 1857, I left behind me a carefully
prepared Deed by which the entire scope and smallest details of
my business transactions should be regulated. Had this been even
approximately adhered to, the disgrace attaching to the culpable
and reckless manner in which the affairs have been conducted, would
not only have been avoided, but a heavy pecuniary loss to myself
would also have been averted.

When it became manifest that it was hopeless to look for any more
prudent and faithful management on the part of my partner, the power
of dissolution I had reserved to my Attorney was resorted to. While,
therefore, this occurrence might have created considerable embarrasment
in the fulfilment of Contracts I had entered into during my absence,
I am happy to find that these have been carried out to a great
extent; and I am myself now occupied in executing the remainder.

You will be good enough to note that I am prepared to receive
communications from my friends, and to give my Careful attention
to all business they may be pleased to confide to my care:- while
I may express a hope that the knowledge and experience which I have
obtained in my progress through the Colony will peculiarly fit me
to secure their interests.

All letters and remittances on account of my late firm, must, as
heretofore, go to Mr Joseph Sawyer, 173, Fenchurch Street, and
begging you to note my present address as above indicated.
I remain, Your most obedient Servant, John Morrison.

Archives NZ Wellington Reference: WP 3 Box 6 1859/116
Letter by John Morrison of 173 Fenchurch Street, London dated 11 Feb
1859 to the Superintendent Wellington.

Sir, I beg to intimate to you that since my return to England I have
commenced to act in London as a Colonial Agent for New Zealand, and
would most respectfully offer my services to the Provincial Government
of Wellington. I venture to ground my application on the practical
knowledge I have gained by my late Tour through that Province, as well
as from my undivided attention being given to New Zealand.

I have to acknowledge having received the Tracings you were pleased to
direct to be made and sent me; These have been mounted and, as well as
the Gazettes and Documents which are occassionally forwarded to me, are
at the service of the Public. I am most anxious to obtain these
regularly, as also all Government Documents containing matters of
importance to intending Colonists. I have the honor to be, Sir
Your Honor's most obedient Servant, John Morrison.


Archives NZ Wellington Reference: WP 3 Box 6 1859/175
Letter by John Morrison of 173 Fenchurch Street, London dated 11 April
1859 to I. E. Featherston Esqr., Superintendent of Wellington.

Sir, I had the honor to address you last by the February Mail, when I
took leave to intimate that I had established myself in London, as
Colonial Agent for New Zealand, tendering at the same time my services
to the Provincial Government of Wellington. I respectfully renew this
application for the consideration of your Honor, and crave your further
permission to submit the following proposition respecting immigration
to the Province of Wellington.

From personal observation during my tour thro New Zealand it became
quite apparent to me that a steady and continuous flow of Immigration
was essential to the progress and wealth of the Colony. Since returning
to England my attention has been directed towards the best means of
developing this essential element by the agency of a complete and
reliable influence organised throughout the Agricultural districts of
the United Kingdom, as well as the North American Colonies, Sweden and
Germany, so as to be the means of selecting Emigrants of sound bodily
health, character, and useful occupations, suitable for the Province.
To promote this policy I respectfully solicit of the Provincial
Government of Wellington permission to forward on their account, any
given number of Emigrants they may be disposed to direct, in families,
married couples, single men and women; on the following conditions
which are submitted for the approval of your Honor:

Rate of Passage Money To be eighteen pounds & eighteen shillings
for each adult. Children under 12 years of age nine pounds nine
shillings. Under 1 year no charge.

Personal Baggage To be allowed free of charge in the following
proportions. Adult 1/4 Ton. Not adults, but above 1 year old, 1/8 Ton.
Emigrants and their personal Baggage to be landed at Wellington free
of expense.

Payment of Passage Money Half to be paid in London on sailing
of the ship, by the Bankers of the Provincial Government, upon
production of Certified list of the Emigrants on board, signed by
the Captain and Brokers of the ship; the remaining moiety, at the
option of the Provincial Government, either in Cash at Wellington,
or by their Draft on London @ 30d/s? for the Emigrants landed, on
the due and proper completion of the Voyage, according to the
requirements of the Passenger Act.

The Selection will be principally made from the Counties of
the United Kingdom, as well as from the North American Colonies, while
a limited number may be sent direct from Sweden & Germany to form a
nucleus for others to follow, these latter localities will be
avoided, if so directed.

Time. No period of time to be specified for the introduction of
the Emigrants, but due diligence to be exercised to complete the number
ordered, consistent with a careful selection.

Arrival in the Colony. Every effort will be made to land the
Emigrants at Wellington in larger proportions during the Spring and
Early Summer months, than at other periods of the year.

Ships. All ships from the United Kingdom to come under the
Provisions of the Passenger Act and to pass the Government Emigration
Officers Survey, those from other places, that of the appointed
officers of the respective Governmnents at the ports of sailing. A
preference to be given to a medium size of Ship, none to carry more
than 150 Emigrant Adults, or equal there to, on account of the
Provincial Government; and no ship to be dispatched within (at least)
one months time of the departure of the last preceeding vessel,
permission being allowed to a slight deviation in the sailing, if
required, to meet the arrivals at Wellington for the Summer months.

Delay in Embarkation provision to be made for temporary
Board & Lodging at the ports of Embarkation free of Expense to the
Emigrant, in case of the ship not sailing on the day named in the
order to embark.

Proportion of Sexes and of married and single emigrants
to be regulated according to the instructions of the Government,
also the size of families, extreme age to be refused, permission
being granted to deviate in cases offering other advantages.

Repayment of Passage Money to Government Promissory Notes for
the amount of passage money (less any amount that may have been
paid towards it) to be signed by each Emigrant before embarkation,
payable on demand in favor of the Provincial Treasurer of Wellington
which the Emigrant is to pay by instalments within 2 years from
date of landing in the colony, or when employed on Government works
by a deduction to be made from his wages.

When practicable the Emigrants shall make a payment, towards their
passage money, which amounts shall be deducted from the amount for
which a promissory note is to be given, and credited to the
Provincial Government.

Should these conditions prove satisfactory I shall be ready, on
receipt of your authority to act for the Provincial Government of
Wellington, a trial of them would not commit the Province to any
expense, while the attention I have paid to Emigration, combined
with my practical knowledge of the Wellington Settlement, justify
me in assuring your Honor, that if favored with such a commission
it shall be regulated with care and judgement. I have the honor
to be, Your Honor's most obedient servant, John Morrison.

The Richmond Atkinson Papers Volume 1 p478
E. W. Stafford to J. Morrison - Edinburgh 9 Aug 1859 
[Copy (enclos. In letter of 11 Aug 1859) to C. W. Richmond.

Referring to communications between the Govt. of New Zealand and 
yourself, when at Auckland relative to establishing in Gr. Britain an 
agency for that Colony I have now the honour to authorise you to act, 
provisionally, as such agent, subject to the confirmation of His 
Excellency the Governor of New Zealand... As acting for the Govt. of 
the whole Colony it is imperative that the Agent should... most 
carefully abstain from indicating any preference for any particular 
district at the expense of another. Any departure on your part from 
this rule would be so entirely opposed to the views of the Govt. as in 
itself to preclude you from continuing to hold the office of Agent. 
After much consideration & enquiry I am of opinion that the best 
situation for the office would be about or between Charing Cross & 
Adelphi Terrace, as near as possible to if not actually at the former 
place. The office must be commodious, constantly open during the usual 
hours of business, & supplied with all the information procurable as 
to New Zealand or any of its Provinces...