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1. That Dr. Hochstetter's sojourn in New Zealand may not exceed six 

 months, and thus enable him to return to Europe nearly at the same pe- 

 riod as the I. K.. frigate is most likely to arrive there, namely, in No- 

 vember or December next. 



2. That the Novara Expedition, of which Dr. Hochstetter still remains 

 a member, may likewise enjoy the benefit of the observations, collections, 

 and publications made by Dr. Hochstetter during his stay in New 

 Zealand. 



3. That the means necessary to enable Dr. Hochstetter to explore the 

 country effectually shall be provided at the expense of the Government 

 of New Zealand ; that every assistance shall be afforded to this gentle- 

 man whilst engaged in these geological explorations, and that care shall 

 be taken to facilitate his return to Europe (viz. Trieste), at the expense 

 of the Government of New Zealand, by such route as he shall prefer. 



Upon this understanding I shall not only consider it compatible with 

 my duty to accede to your Excellency's application, and give Dr. Hoch- 

 stetter permission to remain for the time stated in the Province of Auck- 

 land, but shall also feel quite certain, that the Imperial Austrian 

 Government, as well as the Academy of Sciences whose delegate Dr. Hoch- 

 stetter must be considered, will be highly gratified to learn that it was 

 in the power of the first Austrian Exploring Expedition to become ser- 

 viceable to a nation which has done so much for the advancement of 

 science and the development of natural resources in almost all parts of 

 the world. 



With hope that the friendly arrangement thus entered into on this 

 subject may create a lasting bond of union and communications be- 

 tween the scientific men of both countries, 



I have the honour to subscribe, 



Your faithful servant, 



B. Y. WULLERSTORF. 



