Keith, George. An Account of Mackenzie River (Letters to Roderick Mackenzie), 1807-1817. An electronic transcription. MFTP #0033
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Mr Clarke brought in 10 Canoes. Never did a set of men behave with such imbecility. I am sure they have ten thousand times regretted their engaging against us in his Lordship's mad Enterprise. The Common Engagees are through necessity and ignorance to be pitied, but I can hardly feel much for their Leader.
Our returns have turned out remarkably well in this part of the Country, and have been got without any additional expence, if we except a large Establishment of men on account of the O.P. By last accounts from Mr. Wintzel I am sorry to say he appears to be in a troubled state of mind. He agreed last fall with the Concern for the term of 3 Years at £200 p. annum, and now he talks loudly of renouncing his agreement and going down to Canada.
Please offer my respectful best wishes to Mrs Mackenzie and family.
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