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Title: Jonathon Trumbull Jr. to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Trumbull, Jonathan, 1740-1809, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1776-12-10
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Albany (N.Y.), Albany County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: 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.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-071b
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Title: Jonathon Trumbull to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Trumbull, Jonathan, 1710-1785, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1784-02-25
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 84c Jonathan Trumbull to James Bowdoin Lebanon 25th February 1784 Sir - I have the honor to address you at the request of Mr. Kirkland respecting his Indian Mission. My remote situation has prevented my so intimate knowledge of this Gentleman, as may have fallen to the share of many others - but report of his conduct as Missionary, so far as it hath reached me, and on which I have reason to depend - together with my own knowledge, as far as I have had opportunity to be acquainted have g
Show moreKirkland 84c Jonathan Trumbull to James Bowdoin Lebanon 25th February 1784 Sir - I have the honor to address you at the request of Mr. Kirkland respecting his Indian Mission. My remote situation has prevented my so intimate knowledge of this Gentleman, as may have fallen to the share of many others - but report of his conduct as Missionary, so far as it hath reached me, and on which I have reason to depend - together with my own knowledge, as far as I have had opportunity to be acquainted have given me a good Idea of his diligence and attention to the duties of his Mission, so far as the particular circumstances of the Indians and the turbulence of the late times would admit. I have the Honor to be with great regard and real esteem, Sir Your most Obedient and most humble Servant Jonathan Trumbull . Honorable James Bowdoin Esquire. [from a copy in Kirkland's hand.] Copy of Governor Trumbull's Letter to James Bowdoin Boston Lebanon February 25 1784
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Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Lebanon (N.Y.), Madison County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Recommends that Samuel Kirkland receive compensation from the SSPCK for Wartime Indian work.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-084c
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Title: Joseph Brant to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Brant, Joseph, 1742-1807, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1792-02-04
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Niagara (N.Y.), Niagara County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Very cool answer to Samuel Kirkland's invitation to Philadelphia. Will not accompany the chiefs. Thinks that the US should make an official policy statement on the Indians.
Note: Description: Text also found in "Documentary History of Hamilton College," 1922, p. 40.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-145a
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Title: Joseph Brant to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Brant, Joseph, 1742-1807, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1771-09-02
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State), Iroquoian languages
Geography: Canajoharie (N.Y.), Montgomery County (N.Y.), New York
Note: Description: Written in Iroquois
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-i-021b
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Title: Joseph Kirkland to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Joseph, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1792-07-17
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Lansingburgh (N.Y.), Rensselaer County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Receiving instructions from Mr. Lovett. Is no longer interested in the clerkship in Ontario County.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-150g
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Title: Joseph Kirkland to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Joseph, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1769-02-01
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 4b Norwich, February 1, 1769. Dear Brother This morning an opportunity presenting having a few moments yet to inform you of our welfare. Dadda has been as well as common. Mama has been very poor and sick all winter and is so now. As to my health it is as usual except a cold. My wife is safely delivered of a daughter and is a living mother of a living and perfect Child. Blessed be God for all favours, both common and special. Hearing by your letter that the small pox is up there I shall
Show moreKirkland 4b Norwich, February 1, 1769. Dear Brother This morning an opportunity presenting having a few moments yet to inform you of our welfare. Dadda has been as well as common. Mama has been very poor and sick all winter and is so now. As to my health it is as usual except a cold. My wife is safely delivered of a daughter and is a living mother of a living and perfect Child. Blessed be God for all favours, both common and special. Hearing by your letter that the small pox is up there I shall not take a tour that way at present. I desire that you will be so good as to get the pay for them shoes that I dd: to Martin Gordinear . The number of shoes that Gordinear had of me was 7 pair of men's shoes and 7 pair of women's shoes. And also the pay for 2 shirt cloths of woolen check which Mr. Andrew hoof had of me for his one use the sum is 0:16: York money. Please to inquire of Mr. Bratt where these men live. Sir if this business don't belong to your character please to desire Mr. Bratt to take it upon him and satisfy him for it and I will satisfy you. I must desist. Wishing you grace mercy and peace may be multiple to you Your loving brother Joseph Kirkland P.S. Give regards to Mr. Bratt and family, the Reverend Mr. Samuel Kirkland Missionary at Oneida Mr. Joseph Kirkland January 30, 1769
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Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Norwich (N.Y.), Chenango County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Family and business news.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-004b
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Title: Joseph Wooley to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Wooley, Joseph
Date: 1765-02-11
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Onohoquarage (N.Y.), Broome County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Desirous of more supplies. Mentions Peter's trip to New England.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-001a
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Title: Joshua Willes to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Willes, Joshua
Date: 1771-09-12
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Norwich (N.Y.), Chenango County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: News and greetings.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-021f
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Title: Letter from John Sergeant to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Sergeant, John, 1747-1824, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Mount Herkimer (N.Y.), Herkimer County (N.Y.), New York
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kirst
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Title: Major Frederick Augustus de Teng to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Augustus de Teng, Frederick
Date: 1792-06-11
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Fort Stanwix (Rome, N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Discusses financial matters. Also begs "live to inform the Revd. Mr. Kirkland that I am no Franchmenn, but a German from Saxony".
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-149d
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Title: Monetary grant issued to the Oneida, Tuscarora, and Stockbridge Indians
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1792-05-04
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Oneida (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: A total sum of $415 to be given to said Indian tribes for agricultural equipment. Oneida portion of the grant is to be paid to Samuel Kirkland. The grant is certified by Timothy Pickering.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-148k
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Title: Morris S. Miller to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Miller, Morris S. (Morris Smith), 1779-1824, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1806-10-16
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 247a Morris S. Miller to Samuel Kirkland . Utica 16th October 1806. Sir. If you have 150 apple trees grafted or inoculated of proper size to transplant into an orchard, and will do me the favor to send them to Mr. Lothrop , he will I have no doubt pay you the amount on my behalf. Unless the trees are inoculated or grafted they will not answer my purpose. I should likewise be glad to procure a half a bushel of apple seeds perhaps you may accommodate me. And should you be able to spare me
Show moreKirkland 247a Morris S. Miller to Samuel Kirkland . Utica 16th October 1806. Sir. If you have 150 apple trees grafted or inoculated of proper size to transplant into an orchard, and will do me the favor to send them to Mr. Lothrop , he will I have no doubt pay you the amount on my behalf. Unless the trees are inoculated or grafted they will not answer my purpose. I should likewise be glad to procure a half a bushel of apple seeds perhaps you may accommodate me. And should you be able to spare me two or three Barrels of good Cider, it would be esteemed a great favor. I am under the necessity of leaving home tomorrow and shall not probably return until Thursday or Friday of next week. I should not therefore wish the trees etc. sent until then, but as soon thereafter as suits your convenience. I am Sir Respectfully Your Humble Servant Morris S. Miller . Reverend Mr. Kirkland . From Morris L. Miller Utica October 1806
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Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Utica (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Miller wants 150 grafted or inoculated apple trees from Samuel Kirkland to send to Mr. Lothrop for the transplanting of an orchard. Miller would also like a 1/2 bushel of apple seeds and 2 or 3 barrels of cider.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-247a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Mr. Street to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Street
Date: 1792-02-20
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Kanawageas (N.Y.), Livingston County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Several Senecas and 1 Onondaga chief have just arrived. Want to meet Kirkland and the other chiefs on the next day.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-145g
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Title: Nicholas Cusick to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Cusick, Nicholas
Date: 1808-03-29
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Tuscarora (N.Y.), Livingston County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Mr. Sergeant has suggested to Cusick that they meet with Samuel Kirkland tomorrow.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-253e
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Title: Nicholas Cusick to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Cusick, Nicholas
Date: 1800-03-17
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Tuscarora (N.Y.), Livingston County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Cusick tells Samuel Kirkland about his family, and he hopes Samuel Kirkland continues to spread the Gospel.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-209e
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Title: Oliver Phelps to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Phelps, Oliver, 1749-1809, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1791-06-24
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 137g Letter to Samuel Kirkland from Oliver Phelps New Town Point 24th June 1791. Sir, The treaty is now going on at this place. The Seneca Indians have not yet arrived. I expect them every day - Mr. Pickering thinks you had better attend the Treaty to assist me in Clearing up the Complaints of the Indians respecting their pay - I designed to have seen you on my way to this Country. Was much disappointed when I found I had missed you on the Road - If your Business will not admit of your
Show moreKirkland 137g Letter to Samuel Kirkland from Oliver Phelps New Town Point 24th June 1791. Sir, The treaty is now going on at this place. The Seneca Indians have not yet arrived. I expect them every day - Mr. Pickering thinks you had better attend the Treaty to assist me in Clearing up the Complaints of the Indians respecting their pay - I designed to have seen you on my way to this Country. Was much disappointed when I found I had missed you on the Road - If your Business will not admit of your Coming wish you to send your Deposition by the Bearer - And oblige Your Humble Servant Oliver Phelps Reverend Samuel Kirkland Clinton Oliver Phelps 24 June 1791
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Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: NewTown Point (N.Y.), Chemung County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Asks that Kirkland come to treaty-signing.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-137g
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Title: Oliver Wolcott to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Wolcott, Oliver, 1760-1833, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1784-09-20
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Albany (N.Y.), Albany County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Asks Samuel Kirkland to go to Fort Stanwix to receive the Indians. The commissioners were delayed by unfavorable winds.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-087b
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Title: Peter Smith to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Smith, Peter, 1768-1837, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1793-04-29
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Fort Schuyler (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Would like Samuel Kirkland to recommend him to General Chapin. Contacted the Oneidas re. payment of their annual bounty.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-159d
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Philip Schuyler to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Schuyler, Philip, 1733-1804, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1777-01-07
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 1 image file
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Albany (N.Y.), Albany County (N.Y.), New York
Note: Description: ["Missing." Found?]
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-072a
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Title: Philip Schuyler to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Schuyler, Philip, 1733-1804, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1778-05-11
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Text: 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
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Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Albany (N.Y.), Albany County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Anxious to hear the results of the Onondaga Council. May call a council with the Indians at Fort Schulyer.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-074a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

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