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Reference code
ZA HPRA A88-158 (126)
Title
Barrow, John, Graaf Reynett. To Earl Macartney
Date(s)
- 10 August 1797 (Creation)
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Extent and medium
autograph letter signedExtent3 pages
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Scope and content
Reports that the landdrost was well received by the burghers who welcomed the indulgences granted by Macartney and willingly took the oath of obedience; will net off soon for the Zwartkops River to persuade the Caffres to retire behind the Great Fish River and hopes to complete his chart and look for timber.