Niege Ferry Jany. 15th 1826
Mr. Austin.
Deak Sir Having had the pleasure of seeing you during my stay
with Mr. Castleman I am impressed with a favorable opinion of the
Liberality of your disposition. I respectfully hope that you will be
pleased to contribute your influence towards promoting the welfare
of a Poor Man in his humble efforts in the Laudable pursuit of Industry
My Petition for a grant of Land to Establish a Ferry will be
handed you for your signature and any other favor you will be
pleased to grant for its furtherance
John McGaffey