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African Mission Letters from Dr Vanderkemp 1808
Letter from Graaff Reinet dated February 15 1808 discusses the journal from October 1801, plans for a missionary settlement near Graaff Reinet, and Dundas's approval. It notes delays due to colonial disturbances and treaty sovereignty, urging continued instruction and potential relocation to Algoa bay, with assistance from Major Sherlock. It also covers projected costs and funding uncertainties for the Hottentot establishment.
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Graaff Reinet
Jesus Christ
Bresler
Cape
Dundas
Missionary Society
Algoabay
Algon-bay
Sherlock
Armiss
Maynier
Court of Justice
Bsick and Mason