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settle with me "on my arrival in California."

As I did not reach San Francisco until about the last of September or 1st of October 1853 it was not possible for Mr McKee to comply with my orders, and in point of fact, he did report himself for settlement, and release from official responsibility, the day following my arrival.

I also find on examination of the case that I paid B. D. Wilson, Mr McKee's colleague in the Los Angeles district up to the date of my arrival at that City. In justice to Mr McKee, I state these facts, and express the opinion that he is justly entitled to his salary, and expenses up to the end of the month of September.

I have the honor to be
Very Respect'y,
Your Obdt Servt,
E. F. Beale
Late Supt Indn Affs
Cal.