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Indian trade†
DCHP-1 (pre-1967)
Entry from the DCHP-1 (pre-1967)
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trade with the Indians, especially for furs.
Quotations
1744
Besides, the Company allows them no time to learn, by confining them to their Factories whilst the Indian Trade continues, and the Navigation is open.
1833
. . . at all the outposts the goods are advanced in price 33 1⁄3 pct. for the Indian trade as every servant of the Coys is expected to supply himself at headquarters.
1957
This included all of the merchandise required to outfit trappers, prospectors and miners, and the traditional Indian trade.