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[What - left side edge torn] great addition & benefit would it make to our Settlement
if even the half of that tract of land lying in its [?wilderness]
state would be settled by our people.

The Bearer who is sent purposely by the respectable
body of [?Inhabitants] , is an intelligent & well informed
person & will be able to answer any questions in addition,
which may be put to him

We have implicit confidence in your
exertions in behalf of the poor Petitioners & we remain
Respectfully
Sir
Your most obt. Servants

Kenneth McLeod Esqr
John Campbell
Duncan McRae
Roderick Campbell

[?Fence] [holders]