MLC 150 years of the Maori Land Court
The Court’s investigation of title began on 15 March 1866 and was heard initially in the Masonic Hall at Napier, with Judge Smith presiding and Te Keene and Te Hemara sitting as Assessors. Karaitiana rested his claim mainly on descent, but also on some recent conquests.
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