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Carleton to Hamilton
(October 6, 1776)
Carleton, G. in: Haldimand
Papers,
B121, p. 3 and in Michigan
Historical Collections,
vol. 9, p. 344.
p. 344.
To Lt Gov Hamilton,
What I mentioned to you on the subject of Expenses, was in consequence of Instructions from the Treasury, but it was not intended to limit you with regard to such as are absolutely necessary for putting your Post in a proper state of defence, and for keeping the Indians in readiness for, and a disposition to act as circumstances shall require.
I beg you will send me any intelligence of importance which you may procure from time to time. I am, &c.,
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(Signed) |
G. C. |
P. S. You must keep the Savages in readiness to joyn me in the Spring, or march elsewhere as they may be most wanted.
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G. C. |
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