J.M. Hall to William Mackinnon. both items enclosed, in envelope of same date, addressed to William Mackinnon. without covering letter a) F. Schiller - 14 Jan, 1868 - to J.M. Hall. Request his support for petition to wind up the Port Canning Co. which he asserts has been mismanaged, and fallen into the hands "of vagabonds". Regrets unable to contact William Mackinnon as out of town. Asks JMH's signature. b) J.M.Hall - 16 Jan 1868, - press-copy of letter to Schiller. Has heard nothing of the dispute, except that his brother has resigned from the Board; brother holds his power of attorney; will seek details, meantime declines to sign. (Enclosed in envelope to prevent damage).