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Red Clay C.N. Sept. 15th 1835

My Friend, This is to inform you that our beloved friend RV (Rink) (Revd. Mr.Butrick) has conversed with me on the subject of making a Research into the Original Customs & Manners of our Nation, and to let you know that approve of his intention on his subject, also to tell you that his object, will not in the sleightest degree affect the private or political rights and interests of the Cherokee people. But on the other hand his work will be interesting and useful. And perhaps, may be of advantage to us. As our beloved