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have begun it is much to be fear'd that the settlement will be deserted by the Europeans and consequently destroy this colony as they have now upwards of 500 acres of wheat in the ground.
May I beg leave to offer you my Ideas with respect to supplying the colony with salted provisions should you think the plan a good one you will do me honor in communicating it to His Majestys Secretary of State. --
It appears from the cargo of cattle now received by the Endeavour that Bombay is the best place, and as grain is not wanted here - if Government could send the salted meat by the company & ships to that Port, we would then be certain of both supplies untill the colony was rendered independant. I have to apologize for offering my opinion on this subject, but as it proceeds merely from a desire of serving the colony I hope that will plead an excuse.
Until the arrival of the Governer I shall not be able to add much your collection.
My compliments to all friends
I am
Dear Sir
you most obedt &
very faithfull servt
W Paterson