And there has been some Talk of fixing it in one of the New Townships in the Province of the Massachusetts which lie upon New York Line near Albany. But whether either of those Places, or here where it now is will be best for the Furtherance of the general Design, is not yet determined. I much want to consult your Honour in the Affair, but must wait upon providence. and remain with sincere esteem and respect.

Your Honours Most obedient, and Most Humble Servant ELEazar WuHEkELock. Sir William Johnson Baronet

-- April. 10. 1763

This Letter has lain by waiting for an opportunity till now, and what the fate of it will be I cant tell. Your Two to Joseph came as he informs you. had the former came Seasonably he should likely have gone with Kirtland to N. Jersey College, but I apprehend it is, all things considered, better as it is, I purpose to take him with me to Portsmouth about 160 miles this Spring and would not have you expect him till June when M. Smith

Designs to take the journey with him. : Tam Yours ut ante E. Wueetocx.

THE SIX NATIONS. 325

MR. SMITH TO SIR WILLIAM JOHNSON.

ze Lebanon January 18 A. D. 1763. ir

Though I have not the Honor of personal Acquaintance with you, yet the important and repeated services you have _ done Your Country, have long made me acquainted with Your Charecter, which shines with such distinguished Lustre in the Annals of Fame.