(To the Editor.)

Sik, —I beg to acknowledge the following contributions : — Fron? Mr Moon, 2s 6d; Mrs Mens, 2s 6d ; Dr. Elmsley, Otahuhu, 10s ; E. M., Ponsonby, 5s ; J. J. Bwinner ton, 5s ; X.8., 2s (id ; A.W. J., 2s 6d ;E. Porter and Co., 10s; Mr G. Rhodes, 2s; J. and W. Williams, 3s. Also clothing from Mrs Lovvden, Mrs Wosley, and Mrs :'; ibt, also Messrs Moon, Hay, Page, Swin :r,on, Now Chum, and several friends. .■.,■ Ellison forwarded through the parcels in»ot a puir of boots ; Mr Evans, junior, kindly repaired several boots. Yesterday I sent the family five sacks of clothing, boots, etc., one caee of groceries and hate, one spade and a mill, also postal note for fifteen shillings, having previously sent one for ten shillings. The Northern Steam Shipping Company kindly remitted half the freight charges. It has been gratifying to witness the practical expres sion of sympathy. Mr Scaly, Mayor of Parnell, and other gentlemen called to make further inquiries. Yesterday I wroto to gentlemen connected with the setltement, and expect in a fort night's time full information as to the state of things in the village. Friends have been good enough to promise further help if roquired for other families, should such bo needed. The "Herald" employees have contributed £2 4s, which is heid over pending inquiry as to the kind of relief most needed, i received an anony mous letter asking fora list to be opened in the Staii Office; the correspondent had overlooked tho announcement thafc contri butions might be lefb there.—l am, etc., R. Fkkncu.
CHURCH UNION.
