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no support from the country above. The Hickory ground is besides embraced in the claim of an old & very moritorious Chief; and unclear his claim can be easily compromised, wen it desireable, yet it does not appear to me to be an object at this time to do, unless with a view of what the place may become at some distant day. I certainly believe that it would be wise unclear Government to make a Reservation at the Fort Jackson for a Town, for is Government does not, individuals assured by will.

I have not yet had time to arrange & take a copy of the Testimony, but so soon as it can be done. I will send it on. in the mean time as sales are ordered embracing unclear sites I think Government is suitable for Town proceedings. its best to approve you of may proceedings in this respect.

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