acquiesce in the desire of their enemies. Victor, the great chief, and Ambrose, are here again, in order to accomplish
their spiritual duties. Unfortunately a great antipathy prevails among these tribes.
Mr. McArthur, formerly agent of the Hudson Bay Company, has now settled at Hellgate.
To conclude, Reverend Father, I entreat you to believe that, notwithstanding your reiterated exhortations to assure me, it is not without a feeling of restraint that I inclose you anew the list of things we need this year. I am aware that you are weighed down with business; but who, as well as yourself, can know and understand our position?
I entreat you to present my respects to all my kind friends who are at the university, at St. Charles, and elsewhere. Your reverence's most respectful servant,
A. HOEKEN, S. J.