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Those whose reward are Still buried under the mole of Beaver Lodge or wandering in other remote deserts of the Country, will then but too severely feel its effects[.] The restlessness of People's ambitious notions of the treasures of the North will again revive, and enterprising geniuses are too frequently exhibited in these times, for us Norwegeans to hope to enjoy the sweets of Peace any length of time[.] Besides, this Publication when handled by so masterly Pen, as the one you are pleased to employ will at once them with a guide, an interpreter and a preceptor, not to mention the immideate advantages, that will accrue to them from accuracy & perspicuity of the descriptions of Places the most likely to obtain subsistance & most favourable to Traders[.] I could add many others of a like nature which mus[t] infallibly occur to any person concerned, who reflects on the late contest between the NWC^o & the X.Y. under the consequences of which, Commerce and the Companies Interest Shill groan – from which it will undoubtedly be some time before we Shall be perfectly recovered[.] However, as I am somewhat susceptful of my own penetration, which I do not believe infallible I submit these considerations to your better Judgement & experience, hoping that my doubts and fears with respect to its issue may be as groundless, as my ardent desire to gain your confidence & esteem is sincere[.] Being at the same time with deference & respect

Dear Sir

Your most devoted

Humble Serv^t

Ferd^d Wentzel

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