little value, compaired with thes on this side. Opposite to this place, is the best house in the Territory, occupied by the Indian Agent, Doct Dart.[1] This place was laid out in the timber, and the streets now are full of stump that once supported trees that would measure from one to six or eight feet in diameter, and from one to two hundred feet high, and I know not but more than that.
West of this high ridge on the opposite side of the river is what is called the Quality[2] Plains, and it is said to be a most delightful country, and all settled up. We are told that there is a large quantity of wheat on the ground in those parts, and looks the very best. ....
All people that wish to get land for coming must come this year. Tell Taylor that he must come this year if he wants land under the law. I think I shall start for Pugets Sound in about 4 weeks, if the weather will admit. I intend going to the Dalls in the fall with provision if I can possibly get there. Tell all to come with mules, and then they can cross the mountains and it will save their teams and from 50 to one hundred dollars.
Respects to all
