1838 September 22, Prairie du Chien: Hercules L. Dousman to William A. Aitken, St. Peters
Quantity: A.L.S. 2pp. 
Scope and Content Note: Writer has heard nothing positive about the Chippewa treaty. Has heard that a man named Smith has gone to Lapointe with Crooks to pay the Half-Breeds. By the treaty, Bushnell and Vineyard are to make the division. Discusses Aitken's power of attorney, placed in Dousman's hands. Crooks is not disposed to pay until he sees you. Details of amounts Dousman would insist on collecting.