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PERSONAL NARRATIVE.36
interpreter. The Indians called him Pe-peek (or Little Bird). After erecting a store, lead house and fur house, all connected inside with doors, I commenced trading for lead. The Indians had made large quantities during the year and had it all on hand. About the last of September I was prepared to receive their lead & trade commenced in good earnest. From ten to fifteen canoes, carrying 2000 pounds, were at the landing
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