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The Making of the Great West, 1512-1883

Note 1 — Group I. THREE RIVAL CIVILIZATIONS. (continued 3)

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Both Vessels. The "Washington," being a sort of tender to the "Columbia," coasted about Vancouver Island and Straits of Fuca. In pursuance of his instructions, her master bought large tracts of land from native chiefs, from whom he took regular deeds. Copper coins, and medals struck for the purpose, were also given to the natives. Kendrick was the first to collect sandalwood as an article of commerce.

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