Extraordinary expenses of Samuel Kirkland, October 1770-October 1771. For provisions, clothing, farming utensils, medicines, and school support. Justifies these expenses as a minimal and necessary. Kanonwarohare.
Delivered by David Avery upon his departure from Oneida. Tells the Indians that because of their heathen ways: "I have not the least expectation of seeing one of your faces there [in heaven] in comfort, but must stand as a swift witness against every of you that shall come to God's awful Bar in your sins." Kanonwarohare.
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.
Miller received Samuel Kirkland's letter of the 31. Unfortunately, the coffers have run dry, and Miller is unable to pay Kirkland's 100 dollars. However, Joseph Kirkland owes money, so Miller will have him send it to Samuel Kirkland. If Joseph doesn't have the money, Samuel should impress upon him the necessity. Miller is very grateful for Samuel Kirkland's journals which he just received.
Original charter from the Regents of the University of New York establishing Hamilton College as an institution of higher education. Tompkins, Daniel D., Chancellor of the University of the State of New York.
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.
Avery received Emmons' letter prolonging his missionary term until May 15. He says that settlers have come to this region not for religion, but to make their fortunes. There are many uncouth and unsavory "hirelings" around, and some missionaries have strayed from the doctrine. Avery advocates fewer "transient preachers," and a more serious adherence to the doctrine. Several societies need missionary aid, more specifically resident missionaries.
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.
Haskins acquires at the cost of 259 dollars a 145 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.
Hill acquires at the cost of 290 dollars a 144 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.