At Niagara. Butler "spoke nothing to them [the Six Nations] but peace." Meeting soon to be held at Onondaga. Please find out the basis of the message from Onus asking the Indians to attend a conference at Philadelphia.
Last report in which Dean stated that Butler spoke of peace may not be accurate. Oneidas are now distrusted among the Six Nations, and are probably poorly informed. Many Onondagas and Cayugas are at Oneida. They came down supposedly for the funeral of Cagy (or Kegg) but have been making speeches of reprimand to the Oneidas. Dean believes that the capture of Niagara would stop that place's influence on the Indians.
Threats delivered to the Oneida delegation warning against Dean's attendance of Six Nations Council. April 6th -- returned safely to Oneida. Several Oneidas, Kanaghwages and Onogwages kept a constant guard over Dean.
185a James Dean to Samuel Lewis Westmoreland November 10th 1795 Dear Sir A variety of avocations has hitherto prevented my transmitting the Enclosed Power of Attorney - I expect however it will answer all the purposes it might have done, had it been forwarded at an earlier day. - I am, dear Sir, with respect and esteem your most obedient humble Servant James Dean Mr. Samuel Lewis . (Addressed) Mr. Samuel Lewis War Office Philadelphia (Endorsed) James Dean To S. Lewis and Wemple's Power of A Show more185a James Dean to Samuel Lewis Westmoreland November 10th 1795 Dear Sir A variety of avocations has hitherto prevented my transmitting the Enclosed Power of Attorney - I expect however it will answer all the purposes it might have done, had it been forwarded at an earlier day. - I am, dear Sir, with respect and esteem your most obedient humble Servant James Dean Mr. Samuel Lewis . (Addressed) Mr. Samuel Lewis War Office Philadelphia (Endorsed) James Dean To S. Lewis and Wemple's Power of Attorney 1795 Show less
Conference of the Six Nations with the Shawnees and Cherokees finally resulted in agreement. It is requested that the Congress send Schuyler, Monroe and Dean to hear the Indian's proclamation.
Copies of Dean's and Samuel Kirkland's letters forwarded to the Congress. Washington's recent successes will hopefully have an effect upon the prevailing sentiments of the Western Indians. New York preparing for a possible British landing there. Please communicate the results of the Onondaga council as soon as they are available.