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[red ink] 1873 from both nations not only protection but a fostering care which would extend to the surrounding country on either side until the entire border interest of both nations would be on the side of peace and quiet. Open and unsettled borders have ever been the theatre of violence and robbery, those intimately connected with commerce and business are as a rule peaceful and friendly. (Sgd) C. C. Augur Brig. Genl. USA Commanding
4 Encl official D.T. Jany 4, 1873
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