P.S. I have seen something of Col. Canonge of New Orleans a member of their state Legislature, & as I understand a man of very considerable influence. He brought you a letter from Genl Dawson. He wishes to be employed as auctioneer to sell certain property in dispute Between the Government & City if a sale takes place, & I have promised to speak a word to you in his behalf. Will you have the goodness to send a message to him upon the subject through Mr Grimes expressive of what you can or cannot do. He is <illegible> appears to be enthusiastically attached to you.