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from which 4000 bushells of Turks Island Salt had been landed, and which was intended to be introduced within our Territory. I was at the same time informed that three or four other vessels had ? previously been there with mixed Cargoes, and that the Goods thus introduced were generally brought within our line without entry or the Custom any duly being paid or Secured. This being the first intimation I had received of this new Channel of trade, I deem it to be my duty to Communicate the fact without delay. Sir with high respect your very obed. D. M. Mitchell The Hon: J. C. Calhoun