George Murray

“ In laying the foundations of any such Town, care must be taken to proceed upon a regular plan, leaving all vacant spaces which will in future times be required for thoroughfares, and as the sites of Churches, Cemeteries, and other Public Works of utility and general convenience. ”

“ You will endeavour to settle, with the consent of the parties concerned, a Court of Arbitration for the decision of such questions of Civil Rights as may arise between the early Settlers, and, until a more regular form of administering Justice can be organized. ”

“ The great advantage to be derived from an easy Water Communication will of course not escape your consideration, and this advantage should be divided amongst as many Settlers as can conveniently benefit by their position in the vicinity. ”