H-1 1837, Oct. 22 Letter to E. R. from his brother Charles Robinson in New Haven. Addressed c/o Delaunay in Havre, forwarded to Stettin, Prussia, and ultimately received by E. R. in Cairo on Feb. 28, 1838. Gives news of his business activities in both law and insurance. Indicates the recent fires in New Haven have taken their toll on his insurance business. Mentions that he, Nancy, and Cornelia traveled to Albany for a visit and explains that Helen Tracy's husband has a position as cashier of a savings institution in Detroit.
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1837, October 22 - Letter to Edward Robinson from his brother Charles.
H-1 1837, Oct. 6 Letter to E. R., addressed to Le Havre, France, forwarded first to Stettin, Prussia and then to Leipzig, from his sister Elisabeth Robinson in New Haven, CT. Was in Albany visiting Sophia and James Woodruff at the time Helen and Anna, with their families, departed for Detroit. Mentions the death of Dr. Sprague's wife in Albany. She then returned to New Haven and stayed with George's family while Charles, Nancy and Cornelia were en route to Albany. Relates that Mr. Lee's barns and outhouses in Southington burned to the ground on Monday. Earlier that same day Mr. Lee was elected Constable by the Whigs. Since Mr. Lee had formerly been of the opposite party, he was threatened for changing sides, and some believed the fire was started by Asahel Peck. Indicates New Haven had been struck by many unexplained fires.
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1837, October 6 - Letter to Edward Robinson from his sister Elisabeth.
This document deals with Samuel Kirkland's petition for the establishment of an Academy to which Samuel Kirkland has given much money and support. In its beginning the Academy ran into every possible discouragement. It is recognized that Samuel Kirkland himself gave the Academy 325 acres worth at least 1900 dollars. In addition, Kirkland has given money totaling 1221 dollars. At the time when he started the Academy, he "possessed a handsome estate," but presently he has undergone "a series of unfortunate events." Kirkland has thus solicited relief for himself and the Academy.
This document deals with Samuel Kirkland's petition for the establishment of an Academy to which Samuel Kirkland has given much money and support. In its beginning the Academy ran into every possible discouragement. It is recognized that Samuel Kirkland himself gave the Academy 325 acres worth at least 1900 dollars. In addition, Kirkland has given money totaling 1221 dollars. At the time when he started the Academy, he "possessed a handsome estate," but presently he has undergone "a series of unfortunate events." Kirkland has thus solicited relief for himself and the Academy.
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.
Kirkland 74a Philip Schuyler to Samuel Kirkland Albany May 11th 1778 Dear Sir I have to acknowledge the Receipt of your Favors of the 1st and 4th instant - I am happy that the present prospect affords us Hopes of an established peace with the six Nations - I am sure your Exertions will not be wanting to accomplish so desirable a Business - I should wish to be informed of the Result of the Council at Onondaga with all possible Dispatch - If the Senecas, Cayugas and Onondagas resolve to join us, I Show moreKirkland 74a Philip Schuyler to Samuel Kirkland Albany May 11th 1778 Dear Sir I have to acknowledge the Receipt of your Favors of the 1st and 4th instant - I am happy that the present prospect affords us Hopes of an established peace with the six Nations - I am sure your Exertions will not be wanting to accomplish so desirable a Business - I should wish to be informed of the Result of the Council at Onondaga with all possible Dispatch - If the Senecas, Cayugas and Onondagas resolve to join us, I wish to draw some of them into the Field - I would therefore advise that some of our trusty Friends would hint that such a Step would be an atonement for past Offences. If the Business at Onondaga terminates happily I think a Conference with the whole Nations at Fort Schuyler would be attended with good Consequences - pray let us have your Opinion on the Subject as soon as possible. I am Dear Sir Your most obedient humble Servant Philip Schuyler Reverend Mr. Kirkland General Schuyler 1778 Show less
Rumour has it that Brant and the Mohawks plan to move "to the Senecas or elsewhere". Samuel Kirkland to relate it to the Oneidas (and thus to the rest of the Six Nations) that this would be "very disagreeable" to the Americans.
Reports Washington's victory at Trenton. War imminent between England and France. Ask tribes to remain neutral. Sending rum to every Nation: "drink health, peace and Liberty to your American Brethren."
The committee decides that Samuel Kirkland's petition for aid will not be granted, because his initial advances to the Hamilton Oneida Academy were made without the thought of reimbursement.
P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.