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not Being able to Run about as I was if his inclina- 

 tion had been as Grate as I hope in the Course of 

 the winter to have the pleasure of Seeing you when 

 I may have it in my power to answer any questions 

 you are pleased to ask Concerning the unfortunate 

 Campain. I 



Have the Honour to be 

 your Excellencys most obt. 

 and most humble servent 

 WM. DARKE. 



10 Novr. I have prevailed on the Good Genl. to 

 send a Strong party To Carry Supplies to fort Jefer- 

 son which I hope will be able to Releve it and as I 

 have polticed wound and the Swelling much As- 

 swaged if I find myself able to Set on hors back will 

 Go with the party as I Can be very warm by Laping 

 myself with blankets. 



WM. DARKE. 

 His Excellency 

 The President of the United States. 



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