Billington acquires at the cost of 337 dollars a 175 acre plot which is a section of the Late Oneida Reservation. Writing on the reverse, dated 25 July 1812, passes control of the mortgaged premises contained in the deed to the Trustees of Hamilton College.
Picket acquires at the cost of 858.25 dollars a 250 acre plot which is a section of the Late Oneida Reservation. Writing on the reverse, dated 25 July 1812, passes control of the mortgaged premises contained in the deed to the Trustees of Hamilton College.
Dannals acquires at the cost of 477 dollars a 250 acre plot which is a section of the Late Oneida Reservation. Writing on the reverse, dated 25 July 1812, passes control of the mortgaged premises contained in the deed to the Trustees of Hamilton College.
This document justifies the solicitation of funds from charitable societies for the Hamilton Oneida Academy. It describes the great efforts put forth by Samuel Kirkland in all aspects of his life, in particular the Academy. Samuel Kirkland had given 325 acres of land as well as pecuniary aid for the worthy purpose of education and teaching of morals.