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the Original as I possibly could. In my opinion, it is a little singular invention of those Indians, and I assure you it is genuine as I had it from an Old woman, that never had any communication with red knives or Chipwyans. That such a flood happened is readily and firmly believed by those of the natives who know the Tale, but it is not generally known amongst them.

The other is short, and I believe of no further consequence than that it shows, that the Natives are apt to endeavour to trace into the Origin of things. I wished to transcribe some more, as it is an agreeable pastime, besides the satisfaction it gives me to think, that you would be sensible of my assiduity to complete your desires; but I could not find any, being generally nonsensical or full of obscenity. I have looked over your Memorandum several times, and

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