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stronger than those which previously existed. In speaking of the Indian claims to lands under the several acts of Congress, which require your intervention, he says that the person appointed by you to take evidence, he says it is well known there that he takes such testimony as will benefit the claimant, without regard to truth or character, and no other. He has secured a lease for a term of years in the event of success. He adds, "This is no business of mine but it is abominable. It is said that this pettyfogger, if his exparte testimony is received, will give to the Indians all the good lands about Fort Claiborn." The Dr says if he has leisure he will write to you on the subject. It is all important my dear sir to put an end to the speculation which this Mr