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  Washington City  
July 24, 1839  
 A [Allen]  Fisher   Scotts Creek 
Dear Sir  
The investigation of Cherokee claims is progressing. I hope next week to receive information which will enable me to return home as to time it is uncertain   
One claim due the Cherokees for commutations amounting to about $50,000 has been been [been]  as uncertain as throwing up a dollar ever since I have been here. at present I am inclined to think I will get it placed in a situation which will ensure its payment. I have nearly finished the report of claims due Cherokees remaining and find the aggregate amount exceeding $150,000 besides the above claims. I may possibly be detained here until the 10th of next month. I have been looking for a letter from you and presumed one is on the way (Informed him of the letter written to Price Newlin & co. this day) give my respects to inquiring friends  
  
yours & c [et cetera]  
[Signed]  WHT [William Holland Thomas]