To take up the position I have briefly mentioned, no half measures would ensure success, no paltry penuriousness. To send a small white force would only provoke. About 500 Europeans, with the Arawas, should, if properly officered, and led, make the Northern Island ours before the Summer is over. The mail is about closing. Believe me to-remain sincereoly yours (Signed) J. G. Corbett.