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Date: 9 Jun 1851

From: Grey, George (Sir), 1812-1898: Maori manuscripts

Reference: MSY-2094

Description: Written at Wainui, north of Paekakariki, near Wellington at the dicatation of elder chiefs of that area. This volume captures a variety of waiata, haka, whakatauaki, karakia and moteatea from the Tainui tribes with particular emphasis on the Ngati Toa, Ngati Raukawa and Te Ati Awa tribes. Quantity: 1 volume(s) 90 pages.. Physical Description: Mss (photocopies) Finding Aids: Detailed inventory available.

Date: 21 Aug 1863

From: Grey, George (Sir), 1812-1898: Maori manuscripts

Reference: MSY-2145

Description: Contains the whakapapa and history of Chatham Islands in Ngati Awa and Moriori (Maruiwi) dialects Quantity: 1 volume(s). Physical Description: Mss (photocopies)

Date: 1903

From: Maori Purposes Fund Board : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-0189-B030

Description: Mostly songs, some whakapapa. Other - 1 loose leaf page inserted at the beginning of book Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Black paper covers, 22 cm., vol numbered 18

Date: 1895

From: Maori Purposes Fund Board : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-0189-B016

Description: Contains notes about places associated with Kupe in Wellington and Wairarapa, whakapapa, financial records by Tuta Nihoniho and miscellaneous notes about land management There is a lengthy account of the destruction of the Te Arawa canoe by Raumati, and subsequent events, and a related narrative about Raumati's son, Ngarue and his activites and family There are haka and waiata, a list of pa in Taranaki and related iwi, notes about the origins and settlements of various iwi, notes about greenstone, and a narrative about conflicts between Te Ati Awa and Waikato, and the subsequent migration of Te Ati Awa along with Ngati Raukawa and Ngati Toa to the Wellington area There are notes about the arrival of Pakeha in New Zealand before Captain Cook, and a note in Elsdon Best's hand that states that much of the information in the manuscript was extracted from the Journal of the Polynesian Society and other published sources Also contains the names of several muskets belonging to the Ngati Toa which were named in a waiata composed by the wife of Te Pukoro, a Ngati Tama/ Ati Awa chief killed in the Wairarapa in the late 1820s. This lament was composed and sung at Waikanae to rouse the Ngati Toa to seek revenge for the deaths of the Ngati Tama and Ati Awa in the Wairarapa. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: ½ maroon, black boards, 24 cm., vol. numbered 9

Date: 1960-1964

From: Adkin, George Leslie, 1888-1964 : Diaries

Reference: Micro-MS-0600-12

Description: Notes on Adkin's original Maori oral history research which focuses on tribal histories, settlements, and historic sites. Adkin's interviewed Paeroa Wineera and her son Tutuira Wineera (1963) who gave him information on Ngati Toa whakapapa as well as the original Maori place-names for Taupo Pa (ie. Turi-Karewa) and other landmarks around Takapuwahia Pa. Includes notes on Adkin's archeological expeditions in the Mana-Kapiti Coast, Horowhenua, Taranaki, Hawkes Bay, and Wairarapa-Palliser Bay districts. Also comprises notes on the Whitireia and Mana Island archeological sites. Quantity: 1 microfilm reel(s).

Date: 1942-1971

From: Jones, Pei Te Hurinui, 1898-1976 : Papers

By: Bracken, Thomas, 1841-1898

Reference: MS-Papers-5220-002

Description: Includes correspondence about critiques to book drafts such as 'Nga Moteatea' and 'Tamihana, the king maker', also includes Tainui whakapapa and history, an article on Samuel Marsden, dedication of Maori, church and historic buildings, patere from Tuhoe, research correspondence, poor pronounciation of Maori placenames, prestigious visits to New Zealand and places like Taumarunui and also the history of Te Miringa Te Kakara. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescripts and printed matter

Date: 1894, n d

From: Polynesian Society: Records

Reference: MS-Papers-1187-070

Description: Account of the coming of the Tokomaru canoe to New Zealand from Hawaiki; includes a covering letter and translation from W Morpeth, Urenui 13 June 1894. Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: [ca 1900-1911]

From: Polynesian Society: Records

Reference: MS-Papers-1187-044

Description: Contains a 6-page notebook of songs and chants with a note at the beginning by S P Smith saying `sent to me by G H Davies, Karore April, 1911'. In Maori the notebook includes notes on Kaioraora (cursing songs) by Topeora, and a waiata `E pa to hau ke Te Wairau e'. Inside the back cover is a copy of a letter in Maori from S P Smith to Whatahoro, New Plymouth 29 August 1911. Several pages relating to legend, waiata and other matters in several hands. Legends include Mataora, Tumatauenga and Kongomaraeroa; Tura and Whiro; Tamatea and the moa; Mataoho; Maui; Tane and others. Some of this material may be from a Ngati Porou source; One section is headed `Waiata a Te Whatu', and there are various waiata among the text which Davies claims have been sung before the Maori Land Court in the Hawkes Bay area. There is also an explanation in Maori and English of the expression `Ariki tapairu' signed by Rawiri Te Rangi Rangikauri. A covering letter from Davies to S P Smith, dated 18 Jul 1902, offering them to the Polynesian Society for publication. There is also an undated note from Elsdon Best to Smith forwarding a letter from Tamahau (Mahupuku?), sent by Davies for publication. An unsigned paper in Maori is probably the letter referred to. Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1860

From: Maori Purposes Fund Board : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-0189-B001

Description: Contains notes about the circumstances in which Te Matorohanga dictated the material, which includes cosmological notes about Maui, Mataaho and the divine origins of various items and practices; there are also notes about Kupe, Toi and Whatonga and the discovery and settlement of New Zealand The text also discusses the interaction between the original inhabitants and the Maori settlers; there are also discussions about the activities of the canoe commanders in discovering and naming places around the North Island; there are also extensive whakapapa, waiata and karakia There are notes about the settlement of Hawke's Bay, Wairarapa and Wellington which were subsequently used by Best for journal articles, there are also annotations in Ngata's hand that refer to another publication Publication - Material has been used in `The Lore of the Whare Wananga' according to annotations thoroughout the book Relationship complexity - Some of the material was also published in 'The Land of Tara' , an article written by Elsdon Best for the Journal of the Polynesian Society between 1917-1919 Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss

Date: Apr 1887

From: Polynesian Society: Records

Reference: MS-Papers-1187-128

Description: Contains an account of the various heke of Ngati Toa and Te Ati Awa to the Kapiti district between 1820 and 1833, with reference to inter-tribal wars and disputes during this period. Rangipito use's the term "Uruuru-purumu" to describe the 19th century musket used by Maori. Other - Hardcopy inventory says "Compare mss version in S P Smith papers 21 (d)" Quantity: 1 folder(s) (40 leaves). Physical Description: Typescript and 2 pages of mss

Date: 1845-1846

From: Church of the Province of New Zealand. Wellington Diocese : Central and parish records

Reference: MSZ-0080

Description: Contains a census of the Anglican Māori male population of the Kapiti and Horowhenua areas, with occasional notes about various individuals. Also includes some Tainui whakapapa at the back. Ngāti Te Upokoiri is written as a hapū of Ngāti Raukawa. This is possibly an error and should be recorded as Ngāti Te Upokoiti. Title taken from item. Arrangement: Boxed together with MSZ-0081, MSZ-0082, MSZ-0083, MSZ-0084, MSZ-0085, and folders MSZ-0085A, MSZ-0085B and MSZ-0085C Quantity: 1 volume(s).

Date: 1918-1921

From: Best, Elsdon, 1856-1931 : Papers

Reference: qMS-0213

Description: Ngati Raukawa ki te tonga defeated at the Battle of Kuititanga 1839 by Te Ati Awa on Waikanae Beach. Kupe's anchor discovered at Paremata along with ancient middens. Government opposition escalating in the Hutt Valley; Te Rangihaeata and his followers comprising Ngati Toa and others are hunted and gunboats patrol in Porirua Harbour. Includes information on the Wairau Incident; the Tauranga Campaign 1863-66, and the dispersal of Moko-Mokai to overseas institutions by Major General Robley. Finding Aids: Index at qMS-0217.

Date: 1936-1937

From: Cowan family: Collection

Reference: MS-Papers-11946-021

Description: Published by McLeod & Slade, Printers, New Plymouth, 1936, as a souvenir of the Maui Pomare Meeting at Manukorihi Pa, Waitara, 27 June, 1936. Also a clipping of an obituary written by James Cowan, about 'Tahu Potiki', Rev Robert Haddon, and a letter to Cowan from Oriwa Haddon, dated 8 Feb 1937. The letter contains an extensive mihi, and acknowledges Cowan's poroporoaki, or farewell to his father. The front of cover of the book has Eileen Cowan's name written on it, in James Cowan's handwriting. Language - Beginning of letter (mihi) is in Maori. Also Maori content in the published book. Language - Most of the content is in English Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed material and holographs in a folder

Date: 1911, 1936, 1940

From: Cowan family: Collection

Reference: MS-Papers-11946-022

Description: Published by McLeod & Slade, Printers, New Plymouth, 1936, as a souvenir of the Maui Pomare Meeting at Manukorihi Pa, Waitara, 27 June, 1936. Also comprises correspondence and clippings. The correspondence consists of a letter from Isolda, Elsa, and Tristan, which includes a musical stave with the words and notation for the waiata 'Hoki hoki tonu mai te wairua o te tau', which is dated Dec 1911. Also a letter from Apirana Ngata, dated 20 May 1940, acknowledging James Cowan's message of condolence relating to the death of 'Bal' who was buried at Maraetaha, in Muriwai. This relates to Te Raumoa Balneavis, who worked closely with politician, Apirana Ngata. The clippings mainly relate to Maui Pomare, and to Taranaki Māori history. There is also a translation of a waiata relating to Taranaki. Includes many annotations by Cowan, and a signed message from Miria Woodbine Pomare. Also the inside cover is signed 'J. Cowan'. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed material and holographs in a folder

Date: [1913-1931]

From: Kenderdine, John, 1860-1932: Papers relating to Johann Friedrich Wilhelm Baucke

Reference: MSX-9253

Description: Scrapbook of newspaper clippings written by Johann Friedrich Wilhelm Baucke [W.B.], compiled by John Kenderdine. Includes in forepages letters between Kenderdine and Baucke. Quantity: 1 volume(s). Physical Description: Mss, printed matter

Date: 1835-1906

By: Heaphy, Charles, 1820-1881

Reference: MS-Papers-0238

Description: Includes letters from Heaphy to Donald McLean concerning land disputes; letters and documents relating to the award of the V.C. and to official appointments; testimonial letters and the various Heaphy wills Includes letter from Te Wherowhero to Taranaki chiefs advising them not to follow the example of Te Rauparaha (ie. the Wairau Affair). North Taranaki opposition to the the New Zealand Company's activities. Quantity: 7 folder(s) (32 items). 0.07 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holograph, mss Finding Aids: Piece-level inventory available. Items that have been microfilmed have been marked with an asterisk.

Date: 1845-1873

By: Ngatata, Wiremu Tako, -1887

Reference: MS-2204

Description: Includes a transcription of the 1845 printing of the Treaty, and correspondence between Wi Tako and Fitzroy, Grey, Featherston, and Parliament, in English and Maori. Language - Some material in Maori Source of title - Supplied title Quantity: 1 volume(s) (43 leaves). 0.02 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holograph (photographic copy) (21 cm, blue linen folder)

Date: Nov-Dec 1888

From: Polynesian Society: Records

Reference: MS-Papers-1187-108

Description: Papers relating to claims in the Ikaroa district, specifically the Ngarara Block comprising a large part of Waikanae and the adjacent Kapiti Coast area. Consists of minutes of witnesses evidence from New Zealand Native Land Commission proceedings to determine customary Maori ownership of the Ngarara Block. Contains testimonies from witnesses and participants in the Kuititanga Battle 1839. Some papers from earlier hearing in 1873. Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1846-1852

From: McLean, Donald (Sir), 1820-1877 : Papers

Reference: qMS-1206-1212

Description: These volumes contain copies of correspondence recieved and despatched. Includes reports from McLean to Governor Eyre about the return migration of sections of the Te Ati Awa from Waikanae and Arapaoa (South Island) to Taranaki and the Crown's desire to completely extinguish native title; various reports and correspondence about the Rangitikei Block and includes notes by McLean made at one of the land meetings in 1849; list of names of rangatira [24] who have a claim to the 40,000 acre Whanganui land block of the NZ Company. Also includes a report by McLean about the activities (and some agressions) of Te Rangihaeata and his desire to fight continued European encroachment and a copy of a letter by Te Rangihaeata to chiefs in Kawhia seeking their assistance to revenge the capture of Te Rauparaha and their reply refusing to assist him Language - Some in Maori Arrangement: qMS-1206-1212 are boxed together Quantity: 7 volume(s). Physical Description: Holograph (35 cm; marbled paper, marbled edges, ¼ blue morocco tie case) Finding Aids: Calendar of contents pasted inside front cover of some volumes; indexes.

From: New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs Centennial Publications Branch :Maps from Historical Atlas

Reference: MapColl-CHA-2/7/1-Acc.37221

Description: Shows Maori tribal districts. Some of those identified include: Ngati Kahungunu; Ngati Ruanui; Te Ati awa; Ngati Tama; Ngati Mutunga; Ngati Toa etc Quantity: 1 manuscript map(s). Physical Description: Ink and pencil drawing on white paper. Scale indeterminable. 23 x 16.3 cm. Finding Aids: Inventory available.