To John Temple, Esq; Pall Mall.
Quebec, Oct. 18.
I have this moment a letter from Madame Des Roches, the lady at
whose house I spent a week, and to whom I am greatly obliged. I am so
happy as to have an opportunity of rendering her a service, in which I
must desire your assistance.
'Tis in regard to some lands belonging to her, which, not being
settled, some other person has applied for a grant of at home. I send
you the particulars, and beg you will lose no time in entering a
_caveat_, and taking other proper steps to prevent what would be an
act of great injustice: the war and the incursions of the Indians in
alliance with us have hitherto prevented these lands from being
settled, but Madame Des Roches is actually in treaty with some Acadians
to settle them immediately. Employ all your friends as well as mine if
necessary; my lawyer will direct you in what manner to apply, and pay
the expences attending the application. Adieu!
Yours,
Ed. Rivers.