Webster says the committee received Samuel Kirkland's letter and money which was delivered by Captain Lay. He appreciates it but would have preferred the entire amount.
Webster informs Samuel Kirkland that he has been waiting two years for the money owed him, being 42:9:7 pounds minus 16:9:0 credited to Kirkland, leaving a total of 26:0:7.
C-3 1819, July 15 Letter to E. R. in Clinton from John T. Kirkland, Cambridge, MA. John sends his condolences to E. R. upon the death of his sister, Eliza. John mentions that his mother is very ill and cannot be told of her daughter's death, for it would "destroy her."
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1819, July 15 - Letter to Edward Robinson from John Thornton Kirkland, expressing condolences upon the death of Eliza Kirkland.
The directors of the Northern Missionary Society decided to award Samuel Kirkland with 75 dollars for services already rendered. The society is very interested in the welfare of the Oneida Nation. They tell Kirkland to keep his journal up to date and report to the board of directors.
Bradford informs Samuel Kirkland that at the last meeting the board of directors of the Northern Missionary Society rescinds its previous resolution, which employed Kirkland in translating material into the Indian language. If Kirkland has made any tangible progress with that project, the board will gladly compensate him accordingly.
Kirkland 136d Letter to Samuel Kirkland from John Taylor Dear Sir The Bearer Just Going off prevents my acknowledging the Receipt of Your favour as I would do if time would permit. I have forwarded your letters agreeable to Your direction. Next week I set off for Your parts, and hopes to have the pleasure of Seeing You, and to be favored with Your Company to Fort Schuyler. I wish the Indians may be punctual and attend to Receive their Rent. I suppose a deputation from each Nation would answer th Show moreKirkland 136d Letter to Samuel Kirkland from John Taylor Dear Sir The Bearer Just Going off prevents my acknowledging the Receipt of Your favour as I would do if time would permit. I have forwarded your letters agreeable to Your direction. Next week I set off for Your parts, and hopes to have the pleasure of Seeing You, and to be favored with Your Company to Fort Schuyler. I wish the Indians may be punctual and attend to Receive their Rent. I suppose a deputation from each Nation would answer the purpose as no provision is made for their Support. I would wish if any opportunity offers you would send them word, and request their punctual attendance - I am Dear Sir in haste Your Most obedient Servant John Taylor Albany 15th May 1791 Reverend Mr. Kirkland J. Taylor Esquire 15 May 1791 Show less
British marching through New Jersey, although Washington and Lee are delaying them. New York probably to be invaded soon. On the seas, the British ships are being intercepted and defeated with stores for the King's army.
Baron von Steuben is advising William North on his military career and informing him of his recent travels.
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Translated and transcribed by John A. Gallucci (professor of French at Colgate University) and students in French 292, New York/New France, Spring Semester 2005 at Hamilton College
Baron von Steuben offers his condolences for the death of William North's child.
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Translated and transcribed by John A. Gallucci (professor of French at Colgate University) and students in French 292, New York/New France, Spring Semester 2005 at Hamilton College
C-1 1817, April 13 Letter to Eliza Kirkland from her brother, John Thornton Kirkland, in Cambridge, MA. John responds to Eliza's financial needs by promising to send her money on a regular basis. He also states that he means to send her "some money to get the necessary fees paid for securing those pieces of land that belong to your mother and you." Mentions Mrs. Amory (i.e. Sarah Kirkland) has moved to Milton, MA. Asks if Eliza and Mary Kirkland (his step-mother) plan to spend the summer with him in Cambridge.
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1817, April 13 - Letter to Eliza Kirkland from her brother, John Thornton Kirkland.
The treasurer's office of NY state received 114 dollars from Enoch William Thayre for four years interest on a mortgage of lot number 31 in the late Oneida reservation.