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 and poor in condition. He was then turned out with the other yearlings, and when three years old he had developed into a very fine animal, as large and well-conditioned as any of the others. I have his horns now, polished and mounted as a memento.

I shall never forget the joy and excite­ment which prevailed when those four ships arrived about 2 p.m. When the ships passed Pigeon Bay Heads all work was suspended, and we gave ourselves up to rejoicing.

In bringing these reminiscences to a close, I wish to express my deep obligation to the late Mrs. Deans, of Riccarton, but for whose encouragement and valuable assistance, several of the incidents I have recorded would have been incomplete and deficient in interest.

To my brother-in-law, Dr. John Guthrie, I am also indebted for arranging and editing my notes.