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Title: Alex Miller to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Miller, Alexander, 1739-1820, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1805-09-05
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 4 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: The board has agreed with Samuel Kirkland to send a committee to visit him to observe the state of affairs among the Oneidas. They want Mr. Palmer to be more effective as a missionary. Miller talks about the state of the Indians and Palmer's role among them, emphasizing the need to break the communications gap between whites and Indians. The board resolved to employ Kirkland in translating certain things into the Oneida language. Upon completing this task he would receive $200.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-241a
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Title: Cornelius Davis to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Davis, Cornelius, 1758?-1831, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1798-06-07
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: New York
Abstract: Davis is in dire need of money and asks Samuel Kirkland to send some by safe hands or by Kirkland's neighbors. He hopes Kirkland will continue his Magazine subscription. He says that seven copies are forthcoming.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-205a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Deed -- Eli and Joel Bristol to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Bristol, Eli, Bristol, Joel
Date: 1794-12-23
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Sale of a seven and one-half acre tract of land located in Paris to Samuel Kirkland for twenty shillings. -- Verification of deed by James Dean, Judge of the Court of Common Pleas, Oneida County, January 21, 1799.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-174c
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Deed between Dorcas and Noah Niles and Isaac Williams
Names: Niles, Dorcas, Niles, Noah, Williams, Isaac
Date: 1803-11-28
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Williams pays $750 for six acres of land.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-227c
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Deed between John and Hannah Griffin and Shubel Griffin
Names: Griffin, John, Griffin, Hannah
Date: 1804-02-11
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 3 image files
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: The deed was drafted on April 21, 1803, between the Griffins for $300 for 50 acres of land. An inscription on the reverse is dated February 11, 1804.
Note: Description: Inscription on the reverse
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-229a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Deed between Trustees of Hamilton Oneida Academy
Date: 1802
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 5 image files
Geography: Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: This document is a copy of the original deed for the boarding house.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-218a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Deed between Trustees of Hamilton-Oneida Academy and Joseph Conger
Names: Conger, Joseph
Date: 1806-04-10
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Geography: Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Deed between trustees and Conger for one hundred acres of land.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-244a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Deed between William Cockburn and Abijah Hammond
Names: Cockburn, William
Date: 1807-12-11
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 4 image files
Geography: Broome County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Hammond purchases 150 acres of land from Cockburn at the cost of one dollar and other services.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-252a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Deed from J. Langer to the Trustees of Hamilton-Oneida Academy
Names: Langer, J.
Date: 1804-01-04
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Langer and his wife deed 100 acres of land to the Trustees of Hamilton-Oneida Academy
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-228a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Lease between Joseph Bessey and the Trustees of Hamilton Oneida Academy
Date: 1806-03-14
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Geography: Oneida (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Bessey leases one acre of land and the boarding house for $140.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-243c
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Oneida Declaration of Neutrality
Date: 1775
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 3 image files
Text: Kirkland 57b Declaration of Neutrality, 1775 (The first declaration of neutrality issued on the American continent. This is the original document, written by an Oneida Indian, one of Samuel Kirkland's pupils, and signed by 12 sachems of the nation. It was addressed to the people of New England, and a copy of it was taken by a delegation of the Indians to Hartford, Providence, and other towns in the Eastern part of the country. Other papers in our possession show why the Oneidas were unable
Show moreKirkland 57b Declaration of Neutrality, 1775 (The first declaration of neutrality issued on the American continent. This is the original document, written by an Oneida Indian, one of Samuel Kirkland's pupils, and signed by 12 sachems of the nation. It was addressed to the people of New England, and a copy of it was taken by a delegation of the Indians to Hartford, Providence, and other towns in the Eastern part of the country. Other papers in our possession show why the Oneidas were unable to carry the rest of the Six Nations with them in the matter of neutrality.) Kanonharoghare, June, 1775. These may Certify all whom it may concern. That we the Chiefs, head men, councilors warriors, and young men of the Oneida nation, this day assembled together considering of affairs of importance, we say that these may certify all whom it may concern that we are altogether for Peace, and not only we of the Oneida nation. But other nations with whom we are connected. our desire is to be neutral in these critical times--in these times of great confusion: we desire not to meddle with any disputers that are now in agitation. Let our English Brethren be assured of this truth that if we were called to assist them against any other Power that would not find us Backward in the Least. But we would Evidence to the world our regards fro the English nation by fighting for their defense as in time past although at the expense of our own lives, and Let all our New England Brethren be fully assured by these lines and the token of friendship we send with lines, that no one shall prevail with us, or persuade to take up arms against you our English Brethren. we will not give you the least disturbance-- and we will exert our utmost Endeavors to keep our Brethren the Six Nations and others further Back from disturbing you in the Present difficult times. So Let all be easy in their minds we are for Peace; ye are Brethren that are at variance and this is the reason we desire to be neutrals. we are in sincerity your very dear and true-friends Indian of the Oneida nation and we hope that peace may be restored soon between Great Britain and her Colony Wrote by Jacob Reed , an Oneida Indian, the Interpreter. (The Indian "signatures" follow, written by Reed rather illegibly. Among them are the names of Thomas, Skenandoa, and Hendrick, whom we know as particular friends of Kirkland , often mentioned in his correspondence.)
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Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State)
Geography: Canowaroghere (N.Y.), Madison County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Interpreted by Jacob Reed. The Oneida Nation hereby declares its neutrality, recognizing the past patronage of the English, but refuses to fight against the New Englanders.
Note: Description: (Note: This is the first official declaration of neutrality made on the North American continent) Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-057b
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Report of the Committee of the Senate
Date: 1803-03-10
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Albany (N.Y.), Albany County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: 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.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-222c
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Sally Kirkland to Jerusha Wales
Names: Kirkland, Sally, Wales, Jerusha
Date: 1806-10-27
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Windham (N.Y.), Greene County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Sally writes to her sister about her family and says that her father seems to be doing much better.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-247c
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1805-01-01
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland says that after his visit to Boston in September of 1803 he was granted $100 from the Society for Propagating the Gospel. Kirkland assumed that this society would continue to give him annual relief. But since the withdrawal of his salary by the Society of Scotland, he has had to sell much of his property to support his family. He desires pecuniary relief.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-235d
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840
Date: 1795-11-16
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 185b Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland Paris 16th November 1795. Dear Son Yours of the 12th ultimo by Mr. Johnson came safe to hand. I need not mention the gratification it afforded me, for your letters have always that happy influence. I am sorry, however, that temporalities should oppress you, when scarcely setting out in life. I have long borne them, and they have become familiar. If your finances will not admit of affording me a little present relief towards completing my house, m
Show moreKirkland 185b Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland Paris 16th November 1795. Dear Son Yours of the 12th ultimo by Mr. Johnson came safe to hand. I need not mention the gratification it afforded me, for your letters have always that happy influence. I am sorry, however, that temporalities should oppress you, when scarcely setting out in life. I have long borne them, and they have become familiar. If your finances will not admit of affording me a little present relief towards completing my house, make yourself entirely easy. I can cheerfully encounter a thousand difficulties rather than see a favorite Son attacked by a single one. My embarrassments and disappointments from almost every quarter I shall not mention. Should it be consistent with your present situation, I wish you to enclose me, in a letter by post, 50 or 100 dollars or more if convenient. I believe it may come safe. It is probably your Brother George will visit you early in the winter, if there be snow. All things considered, I think my daughter Jerusha ought to show you the purport of the enclosed, and take your advice being so far from family connexions. The The subject is very delicate. Who at present can be a more faithful, judicious and affectionate counselor than a dear Brother? Amidst all the variety and little cares of life I can't forget your important office and the situation in which you are placed. I wish you every day to thank Christ Jesus your Lord who hath enabled you, for that he wanted you faithful, hath put you into the ministry. Set the Lord always before you as your teacher and example. As a preacher he gave himself wholly to his work; he loved it; it was his meat and his drink. Let the nature, importance, and success of your office follow you into all places and into all companies and direct the whole course of your conduct. May your time and talents be all consecrated time and talents. Where much is given, the requirement will be proportionable. My heart's desire is, that the Lord may keep you, and make you an able, faithful, and skillful minister, and wise in winning souls to Christ. I expect to write you again shortly - and be a little more particular as to domestic affairs, with some Indian information. Yours, etc. S. Kirkland . P.S. This moment received yours of the 5th instant - thank you for the enclosed. Shall be very glad of the next quarterly payment by the time; accept ( ) P.S. I am exceedingly anxious for the education of my son Sammy, but cannot at present advance anything towards it. P. S. 2d. Please seal the enclosed - having no wafers.
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Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland regrets that his son should so early in life be worried about temporalities. George will probably be visiting Thornton soon. Jerusha ought to show Thornton the gist of the enclosed and take Thornton's advice. P.S. Just now received Thornton's letter of the 5th -- thank you for the enclosed. P.S. At this point, Samuel regrettably cannot contribute for the education of Sammy.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-185b
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840
Date: 1795-05-18
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 179c Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland . Clinton, May 18th 1795. My dear Son, I hope my last reached you before this time. I don't enjoy quite so good health as I flattered myself I had in prospect when I wrote. The fatigues I underwent at Oneida for the first Sabbath or two after I began to recover, were too severe for me. The time for you expected visit to the family is fast approaching. May you have a prosperous journey. I have a quarter's salary from Dr. Storer which bec
Show moreKirkland 179c Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland . Clinton, May 18th 1795. My dear Son, I hope my last reached you before this time. I don't enjoy quite so good health as I flattered myself I had in prospect when I wrote. The fatigues I underwent at Oneida for the first Sabbath or two after I began to recover, were too severe for me. The time for you expected visit to the family is fast approaching. May you have a prosperous journey. I have a quarter's salary from Dr. Storer which becomes due the 30th instant. I wish you to call for it and give your receipt, at the time it shall become due, and forward it to me. It will be peculiarly acceptable at this juncture. You can procure a 50 dollar bank bill from the Branch Bank. Enclose in a letter, to be left in the Post Office in Stockbridge, and I believe it will come safe. If your circumstances would admit, I wish you might put in another 50 dollars It would enable me to procure some choice materials for my building. The Academy has drained me so low, I have no way to help myself at present. Dr. Hopkins sets out for Stockbridge on a visit, this afternoon or tomorrow morning. He hopes to have your company back, if you come that way. Your Brother is now, I suppose, in Hartford. He does not enjoy good health. I feel much concerned for him. Your sisters are well. Yours, etc. S. Kirkland . Reverend J. T. Kirkland Mr. Andrews of Stockbridge is requested to forward this by post.- Stockbridge Way May 25- Reverend John T. Kirkland Boston Reverend S. Kirkland May 18, 1795
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Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Clinton (N.Y.), Oneida (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland's health is not so good as previously reported. Since his quarter's salary of 50 dollars will soon come due, he requests that his son send it to him, along with an additional fifty dollars of his son's own, if possible. The Academy has drained most of his own personal funds.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-179c
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to Peter Thacher
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Thacher, Peter, 1752-1802
Date: 1792-06-16
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
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: Discusses finances, "flourishing" condition of Oneida School.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-149i
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to Ralph W. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Kirkland, Ralph W.
Date: 1797-08-29
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Ballstown Springs (N.Y.), Saratoga County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: In his last letter Samuel had asked Ralph to have Eli or Joel Bristol bring a horse for Ralph's aunt. However, she now plans to take the stage with General Cortland to Whitestown.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-198g
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to Reverend ?
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1803-01-17
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: He received the reverend's letter of February 23, 1802. Samuel Kirkland says his life has been dedicated to the teaching of the Indians. He sent his daughter to be educated at the reverend's school, and then took under his wing the son of a Tuscarora Chief in order to educate and support him like his own son.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-220a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to Reverend Nott
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Nott, Reverend
Date: 1803-11-22
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland received Nott's letter of November 8 [see 227a] and is pleased with the interest and support of the Board. Combined with the compensation from the Eastward, the $100 will allow Samuel Kirkland to continue the work. The $30 to educate Isaac will be a great help, and it will not go to waste, because Isaac is a very worthy recipient.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-227b
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

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