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Title: Andrew Elliot to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Elliot, Andrew, 1728-1797, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1772-04-09
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Boston (Mass.), Suffolk County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: After reading the Articles of Agreement with Wheelock, the Board has decided "that it would have been as well if you had not seen him". The LCBC should be informed of future transactions with Wheelock. Dispute with Sir William Johnson should be straightened out. The Board is taking care to prevent the publishing of the portions of Kirkland's journals referring to Johnson. Crosby to be assisted.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-028a
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Title: Andrew Elliot to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Elliot, Andrew, 1728-1797, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1772-05-25
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Boston (Mass.), Suffolk County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Quotes from a letter from Dr. Erskine to Dr. Chauncey. Is favorable to Samuel Kirkland. Elliot warns Kirkland of being "used cruelly by those who pretend to be your friends." Wheelock has procured 3 Stockbridges for Dartmouth.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-029b
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Title: Andrew Elliot to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Elliot, Andrew, 1728-1797, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1773-06-09
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Boston (Mass.), Suffolk County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Pleased with the account of Crosby's mission. Desires Samuel Kirkland to send more frequent journals. Wheelock has again written the Board. Samuel Kirkland is not to have anything to do with him without consulting the LBCB. The board is looking to send out an additional missionary.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-042c
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Title: Andrew Elliot to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Elliot, Andrew, 1728-1797, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1775-02-12
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Text: Kirkland 53a Andrew Eliot to Samuel Kirkland Boston February 12, 1775. Dear Sir, I have long waited for an opportunity of answering Yours of October 24, but have not been able to convey a Letter to Stockbridge till Deacon Brown brought me Your second Favor of January 5 - I have heard nothing from Mr. Crosby since I have received Yours - so that I hope matters are accommodated with his people - A gentleman named Butler hath offered his service, to go to join him - and to fix with the Tuscaroras -
Show moreKirkland 53a Andrew Eliot to Samuel Kirkland Boston February 12, 1775. Dear Sir, I have long waited for an opportunity of answering Yours of October 24, but have not been able to convey a Letter to Stockbridge till Deacon Brown brought me Your second Favor of January 5 - I have heard nothing from Mr. Crosby since I have received Yours - so that I hope matters are accommodated with his people - A gentleman named Butler hath offered his service, to go to join him - and to fix with the Tuscaroras - He bears an exceeding good character and seems to engage with a proper temper of mind - Though it could not certainly be determined where he would finally fix - yet the Commissioners were loath to part with so valuable a man - I wish I could have heard from you and had your sentiments - I sent him a copy of what you wrote me - He is now at Nantucket - a place with which we have very little correspondence - I expect him up in the Spring - and if we hear nothing discouraging I believe he will proceed to the Indian country - I am very glad your Indians will not meddle with the quarrel between the Virginians and Shawanese - I have had time as yet only just to run over your Journal - I rejoice that the Indians have an ear to hear - and humbly pray that you may have more and more success - I fear you are too long in your exercises - am not pleased with your holding your meetings till midnight - Prudence is to be used - May you have divine direction and support! I shall communicate your Journal to the Gentlemen here and then shall send it to Scotland - It will be pleasing to hear from you as often as may be - - - As to things with us I know not what to write - The Port is yet shut up - The troops are with us - We have more quiet in this place than might be expected - General Gage behaves with great prudence - and were it not for the errand he is come upon would be much beloved and esteemed - We know not what is designed on the other side of the water - Our people are making all preparations for a vigorous opposition if they are attacked - What God designs no one can tell - I wish a spirit of religion was more visible - But alas! we have not returned unto God - - however it is the only source of comfort that the government of the world is in so good hands - We wait with impatience to hear what the new Parliament will determine - May God overrule the dark aspects of providence to a happy issue - All things are possible with him who hath the hearts of all men in his hands - I have sometimes been ready to envy you your retirement and could wish myself at a distance from these scenes of noise and confusion - and yet I bless God as I pass the time agreeably in my own study - I mix very little with the Politicians of this world - and find more enjoyment in following the duties of my situation - I love my country and would do anything to serve it, but can do very little except by my poor prayers - Mrs. Eliot and the Family desire to be remembered to you - I am with the greatest affection and esteem - Your Brother and Servant Andrew Eliot You will be surprized to hear Mr. Bacon is dismissed - The Church was offended with his sentiments about Baptism - the atonement - imputed righteousness - But the truth is there was a general disaffection - and this being the case he was willing to go - He is a worthy man - - I sent your Letter to Major Small by my son - he promises to call upon me - when probably you will have an answer - To the Reverend Mr Kirkland at Oneida Favored by Deacon Browne From the Reverend Doctor Eliot February 12, 1775
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Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Boston (Mass.), Suffolk County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Butler to serve as the Board's new missionary. Samuel Kirkland's journal received, will be sent to Scotland when the whole Board has read it. Advises Kirkland not to work so hard. Troops are in Boston and the Port is closed. General Gage "behaves with great prudence."
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-053a
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Title: Andrew Elliot to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Elliot, Andrew, 1728-1797, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1775-08-07
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Boston (Mass.), Suffolk County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Board advancing Samuel Kirkland on his salary. Cautions Samuel Kirkland about drawing on the Boards funds, as their treasury is often empty. Have heard nothing from Crosby (as usual). SSPCK appears pleased with Samuel Kirkland's efforts. Hopes that the Six Nations will not oppose the colonies.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-055a
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Title: Census of the Six Nations
Date: 1791-10-15
Type: Government records
Pages: 4 image files
Text: Kirkland 140a A Statement of the Number and Situation of the Six United Nations of Indians in North America, viz. The Oneidas, Onondagas, Cayugas, Senecas, Tuscaroras, and Mohawks. 1. The Oneidas, who reside near Oneida Lake in five small villages, about 120 miles west from Albany, consist of 588 souls. Their Dependents and Allies, the Tuscaroras, Stockbridge, and Mohagan Indians, living in their vicinity, consist of 287 Souls. 2. The Onondagas, near the Oneida Salt Lake, about 36 miles west fro
Show moreKirkland 140a A Statement of the Number and Situation of the Six United Nations of Indians in North America, viz. The Oneidas, Onondagas, Cayugas, Senecas, Tuscaroras, and Mohawks. 1. The Oneidas, who reside near Oneida Lake in five small villages, about 120 miles west from Albany, consist of 588 souls. Their Dependents and Allies, the Tuscaroras, Stockbridge, and Mohagan Indians, living in their vicinity, consist of 287 Souls. 2. The Onondagas, near the Oneida Salt Lake, about 36 miles west from Oneida, are 184 3. The Cayugas, living on the east and west sides of the Cayuga Lake, 38 miles west from Onondaga, are 130 4. The Senecas, residing in six small villages on the Genesee River, 60 and 70 miles west from Cayuga, are as follows: Kanawages, 20 miles south of Lake Ontario , contains 112 Souls. Ooghwataiyegh, Hotbread, their Chief Bigtree's town, 8 miles farther south, of which Bigree alias Kaondowanea is Chief, contains 15 houses 120 Souls. Little Beard's town, about 5 miles south on the flats, contains 14 wigwams 112 souls. The Town upon the Hill, about three miles south, near the forks of the Genesee River, under the direction of Bigtree and Little Beard, contains 26 houses and 208 souls. Ononjaough, 12 miles southwardly, lying on the west branch of the Genesee, under the direction of Bigtree and Little Beard, contains 6 houses and 48 souls. Kaloughyatilony, 12 miles farther south on the forementioned branch, of which Spruce carrier is Sachem, contains 33 houses 176 souls. 5. Tuscarora's Village, situated near Bigtree's Town, of which Aghstigwolesele is Chief, contains 26 houses and 306 souls. Senecas, Onondagas, and Cayugas, residing on the Buffalo Creek, which empties into the east end of Lake Erie, have in their respective villages, about 34 miles south of Niagara, 256 houses and 2046 souls. Kajaigeas, about 25 miles west of the Buffalo, on the south side of Lake Erie, composed of half Senecas and the other half Delawares and Swaghkees, both subject to the Senecas, contains 28 houses and 224 souls. Big-log is their chief. Corn-Planter's village on the Alleghany, near the Pennsylvania line, contains 38 houses and 240 souls. Total 4685 Souls. The above number reside within the United States. Without the United States is the Settlement on Grand River, 76 miles west of Niagara and on the north side of Lake Erie, composed of emigrants from the Six Nations, with a few Delawares and Mingoes. Their Chief is the noted Captain Joseph Brant , of the Mohawk Nation, of which nation there remain only about 30 warriors. The number in this settlement is about 1100 souls. Those who lead a wandering life may be about 215 Total number of the Six Nations 6000 souls. Errors excepted. Samuel Kirkland . Stockbridge, 15 October 1791. Number and situation of the six Nations and their dependants- 1790-
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Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State)
Geography: Stockbridge (Mass.), Berkshire County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Lists numbers of Indians living in various Nations and also scattered about New York, Pennsylvania and Canada. Some names of chiefs.
Note: Description: Transcription is not accurate.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-140a
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Title: David Avery to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Avery, David, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1773-02-21
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Gageborough (Mass.), Berkshire County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Will be in Gageborough for a while. McClure and Frisbie returning from Ohio because of restless Indians.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-038c
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Title: David Avery to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Avery, David
Date: 1805-06-06
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Mansfield (Mass.), Bristol County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Avery introduces Reverend Sherman. Avery asks Kirkland to show Sherman around Oneida. There is a great opposition to Avery in the Massachusetts Missionary Society, and he does not expect to be employed by them much longer.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-238a
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Title: David Avery to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Avery, David, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1772-12-25
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Gageborough (Mass.), Berkshire County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: To be in Uxbridge 6-8 weeks. Desires books, plans for dwelling house.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-036e
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Title: David Avery to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Avery, David
Date: 1773-03-05
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Gageborough (Mass.), Berkshire County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Accepted position at Gageborough. His parish is helping to pay off Dartmouth debts. McClure "has been in danger of his life from the (Ohio) Indians."
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-039b
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Title: Ebenezer Pemberton to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Pemberton, Ebenezer, 1705-1777, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1790-07-21
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Andover (Mass.), Essex County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: J.T. Kirkland proving to be an excellent scholar and of fine character.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-127a
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Title: Ebenezer Tolman to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Tolman, Ebenezer, 1748-1838
Date: 1792-06-12
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Stockbridge (Mass.), Berkshire County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Discusses the purchase of farming supplies for Oneida.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-149e
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Title: Forms of bills with census of Six Nations
Date: 1789-01-29
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Boston (Mass.), Suffolk County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland's pay from the SSPCK.
Note: Description: A rough census of the Six Nations is scratched onto the back of this document.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-112c
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Title: Hannah Adams to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Adams, Hannah, 1755-1831, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1788-12-06
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Medfield (Mass.), Norfolk County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Would like advice as to the religious sentiments of Indians for 2nd edition of book.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-111a
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Title: J. Mason to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Mason, Jonathon
Date: 1773-02-11
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Boston (Mass.), Suffolk County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Requests Samuel Kirkland to purchase 2 large horses.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-038b
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Title: James Bowdoin to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Bowdoin, James, 1752-1811, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1785-01-22
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Boston (Mass.), Suffolk County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Translates SSPCK's objections to Samuel Kirkland's request for wartime reimbursement.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-091d
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Title: James Bowdoin to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Bowdoin, James, 1752-1811, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1785-01-27
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Boston (Mass.), Suffolk County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Extract of meeting of the LBCB. Samuel Kirkland's salary approved.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-091e
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Title: John Sargeant to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Sergeant, John, 1747-1824, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1791-03-10
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 134b Letter to Samuel Kirkland from John Sergeant Stockbridge March 10th 1791 Reverend and Dear Sir. You have no doubt been informed by Edgar Blackmer that we had a prosperous and pleasant journey down. found all well except my dear parent whom providence denied me the satisfaction of seeing and receiving her blessing before she left us. I have been informed about a week before her death - she took leave of all her Children and grand Children in a most extraordinary happy and composed s
Show moreKirkland 134b Letter to Samuel Kirkland from John Sergeant Stockbridge March 10th 1791 Reverend and Dear Sir. You have no doubt been informed by Edgar Blackmer that we had a prosperous and pleasant journey down. found all well except my dear parent whom providence denied me the satisfaction of seeing and receiving her blessing before she left us. I have been informed about a week before her death - she took leave of all her Children and grand Children in a most extraordinary happy and composed state of mind: when you see Captain Yoke if you please you may read Mr. West's address to us in his funeral sermon, which I have copied off and sent. Your Family are well, want much to see you hope you will be down by the middle of April - which will be a good time to take care of your farm here. which will also be about the time that at present I expect to return I am preparing my Journal and letters to the Commissions if you think best, wish you would send me your plan for the arrangement of the proposed Indian Schools - perhaps it will be more satisfactory to the Gentlemen for us to sign something together to lay before the Society at their May meeting. I have written to Mr. Crosby - I shall write that we proposed one school at Oneida the other at Genesee, etc. hope you will encourage my people in their temporal and spiritual Concerns as you have opportunity. you will please to write and give me all the Indian News remain Reverend Sir your friend and Brother John Sergeant Reverend Mr. Kirkland [addressed in same handwriting on other side of paper] The Reverend Samuel Kirkland Clinton Reverend John Sergeant March 10, 1791
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Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Stockbridge (Mass.), Berkshire County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Kirkland family is well. Will propose Indian Schools at Oneida and Genesee to the LBCB.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-134b
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Title: John Sargeant to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Sergeant, John, 1747-1824, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1790-10-02
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Stockbridge (Mass.), Berkshire County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Delivered Samuel Kirkland's salary to Polly in Stockbridge. Reports that the SSPCK approved 2 Indian Schools.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-129a
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Title: John Sargeant to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Sergeant, John, 1747-1824, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1791-03-22
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 134c Letter to Samuel Kirkland from John Sergeant Stockbridge March 22: 1791 Reverend and Dear Sir. I received your kind and friendly letter of the 12 March: rejoice that you appear to enjoy happiness in your labours among the people of your charge - as all the several towns must now lie on your hands. It is a great and glorious work to be employed by the great hand of the Church to preach his gospel among the poor Indians it always appeared pleasant to me to interest the ignorant nativ
Show moreKirkland 134c Letter to Samuel Kirkland from John Sergeant Stockbridge March 22: 1791 Reverend and Dear Sir. I received your kind and friendly letter of the 12 March: rejoice that you appear to enjoy happiness in your labours among the people of your charge - as all the several towns must now lie on your hands. It is a great and glorious work to be employed by the great hand of the Church to preach his gospel among the poor Indians it always appeared pleasant to me to interest the ignorant natives - especially when they appeared delighted with the truth. I heartily thank you for the pains you have taken with my poor Children. also rejoice that you have taken pains to open their eyes to see their real good. their divisions has long been matter of real grief to me. notwithstanding all the ill treatment and trials I have met with from those who are opposed to me I still have an affection for those I have taught from their Infancy. I have felt myself greatly exposed to prejudice. I have therefore been more on my guard, and in inculcating a peaceable temper among them - I have sometimes thought that I had entire master of my own feelings - I have studied that charity which thinketh no evil - which stands opposed to a jealous and suspicious temper which ascribes every action to the worst motive, and throws a black shade over every character. I have not time to be particular in answering your letter - or giving you all the reasons of my conduct in my treatment of them. I have no doubt of your friendship in bringing about a reconciliation. your advice with regard to justice and policy I kindly accept, believe you really think it would be wise for me to treat them as if there had never been any division (I mean at all times to lie open to conviction) at present I can't quite agree with you. in some respects I treat them with all the friendship I ever did. I can't at present think they have a right to half the school Money - nor is it in my power with out the consent of my friends to give it - I am directed to appoint the Master - which is all I have to do about it - I used to treat them all alike till they sought an entire separation - desiring me not to live among them ( viz at Tuscarora) since that time I thought that justice as well as good policy required me to treat them with some neglect - they have appeared to dismiss any good that I could be the means of doing them - I have thought that some degree of neglect would be as eye salve - I am very sensible that there are but few who act upon principle in either party - with regard either to O-- or myself. It is very difficult for either party to make any concessions - on our part we think that we have done every thing that reason and duty required. They well know the moment they make up with us (as the Indians express it) they will have an equal benefit of the school money - I have often thought as long as O-- lived there was not the least prospect of their being united - all things are possible with him who overrules every edict - if there are any encouragements I rejoice - I have such a strong affection for them that I feel willing to do any thing that appears to be wise and best - if you have given them any advice with regard to a reconciliation hope you have done it openly - that all the party may hear and understand you - for I am very sensible that certain men among O party have always tried to keep the people in ignorance - I am now in a quite different situation than I was three years ago - having nothing to say to them about Brother O-- pro, or Con - so that it will now be no virtue in me entirely to keep Council - I have written in haste - hope you will excuse this scroll - I really feel ashamed to send it - I think it is more interruption to be surrounded with three or four little Children - when writing a letter than to hear an Indian speech - please to throw this into the fire as soon as you have read it - friends are all well - Mr. Sedwick returned - 5000 troops to be sent to the westward - am sorry you do not return before I go up - but know it will be more pleasant for you to come down in May - give my love to my people - if you should have another conference meeting with them - tell them unless they reform (in their temporal carcasses - they will soon lose their Minister and every spiritual privilege - a lazy people will be under the divine curse etc. I remain your very affectionate friend and brother John Sergeant Reverend Samuel Kirkland PS I hope you won't forget to encourage N - going to the westward as everything urges - you are not sensible what good effect a speech from our Tribe would have on those nations at War-- Reverent John Sergeant March 22, 1791
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Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Stockbridge (Mass.), Berkshire County (Mass.), Massachusetts
Abstract: Discusses dispute with Occum, situation with western Indians.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-134c
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