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She was then offered for Sale the first Bid was ten shillings if I am not mistaken and a Number of persons bidding she was taken by me for Twenty five pounds being the highest Bidder. I can assure you that I did not consult with any person until after the Sale.

I am Respectfully
Your Ob.t Servant
John Campbell

[written vertically at middle right, over top of above writing]
Mr Campbell's letter
to the Secretary

Appendix
B
No 3