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From DigitalMaine Transcription Project
Oldtown Aug 23, 1839
To Gov. Fairfield
The bearers of this, Peol Tomer and Peol Porus having been chosen Delegates from the Penobscot tribe of Indians to visit the various tribes within the United States and in the British Provinces and having been refused the necessary funds by the Agent you are hereby requested to furnish them with some money for their expedition which shall be refunded to you from the funds belonging to our tribes with our full approbation and consent, and for whatever amount you may furnish them you are requested to order the Agent to make payment thereof from the funds of the tribe.
Attest [JH Holland?]
John Attean Gov. John Neptune Lieut Gov. Swasin Neptune Capt. Neuil Sol Capt. Jo Merry Capt.