Samuel Kirkland to Reverend Thacher

Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808 (Author)
Thacher, Peter, 1752-1802 (Addressee)

1798-12-16

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Samuel Kirkland informs Thacher that after two years of sickness he is at last enjoying good health. Despite earlier problems with the Indians, Kirkland now retains a good relation with them. He asks that the corporation pay his salary for the time he was sick up to the present, because not only does he have great need of the money for his family, but also for his 35 years of devoted service to God and the Mission. Kirkland says he would never request money if he was capable of surviving with... Show moreSamuel Kirkland informs Thacher that after two years of sickness he is at last enjoying good health. Despite earlier problems with the Indians, Kirkland now retains a good relation with them. He asks that the corporation pay his salary for the time he was sick up to the present, because not only does he have great need of the money for his family, but also for his 35 years of devoted service to God and the Mission. Kirkland says he would never request money if he was capable of surviving without it. He desires to finish his personal journal, and he needs financial aid to do so. He sends to Thacher a copy of his letter to Thornton in order to further clarify his money situation [see 207d]. Show less

Indians of North America -- New York (State)
Missionaries -- New York (State)

Paris (N.Y.)
Oneida County (N.Y.)
New York

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