which they reached is a mooted
question, although it is generally
admitted that they got as far as
Castle Island, just below Albany,
and in an open boat proceeded
thence to the head of navigation.

On the twenty-third of the
month the ship dropped down
toward Manhattan Island, and
eleven days later sailed from the
mouth of the great North River
for Holland. Upon his arrival
Hudson reported to the officers
of the Company the results of
his discoveries, which inspired
those worthy officials to further
extend their interests and pro-
vince, and, if possible, to open up
trading relations with the natives.

        
   
  
  

  

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