TY - BOOK AU - Fenton,F.D. TI - Observations on the state of the aboriginal inhabitants of New Zealand SN - 1869642546 U1 - 304.608999442 21 PY - 1998///] CY - Christchurch [N.Z.} PB - Kiwi Publishers KW - Māori (New Zealand people) KW - Population N1 - "The object of the publication by the Government of this paper is to draw attention to the state of the native population, especially to its decrease in numbers, with a view to invite inquiry as to the cause, and suggestions of a remedy."; Facsim. Originally published: Auckland, N.Z. : Printed by W.C. Wilson, for the New Zealand Government, 1859; Chiefly tables ER -