Sir I have been longer detained here than I Expected But I
will Start for that place on Wednesday next and it is my wish to
get land On the St Bernard low down I imployed a man To Select
me a tract when I was there but I am afraid he will neglect me and
as there is a number of people Comming on a head that wants
Land on the St. Bernard I am doubtful all the Valuable lands
will be taken up and as you are Acquainted with the Situation
of the Country and is a Judge of the valuable lands any instruc-
tions that you Can give or any Assistance you Can be in detaining
a valuable tract for me on the St Bernard I Shall Humbly thank
you for yours etc