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Title: (?) to James Dean
Names: Dean, James, 1748-1823
Date: 1776
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Iroquoian languages
Note: Description: Letter in Iroquois language with "James Dean's" on the side.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-i-064g
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Title: A. Ewing to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Ewing, A.
Date: 1792-04-30
Type: Addresses, sermons, essays, and other writings
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Abstract: Discusses manner of payment for the "Indian Horses."
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-147l
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Title: A.R. Robbins to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Robbins, A. R., Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1795-09-15
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 183b A. R. Robbins to Samuel Kirkland Norfolk, September. 15th. 1795. Very Dear Brother-- -- In the multiplicity of Cares and Business public and private to which I know you are attentive - I know you will allow a moment just to run over a scrawl from an old Friend. - - The repeated Opportunities I have had with the Major (your Son) gave me great Satisfaction, and the more because he could inform me of the State of his dear Father and Family. It seems you still continue alone though in
Show moreKirkland 183b A. R. Robbins to Samuel Kirkland Norfolk, September. 15th. 1795. Very Dear Brother-- -- In the multiplicity of Cares and Business public and private to which I know you are attentive - I know you will allow a moment just to run over a scrawl from an old Friend. - - The repeated Opportunities I have had with the Major (your Son) gave me great Satisfaction, and the more because he could inform me of the State of his dear Father and Family. It seems you still continue alone though in the midst of a world full of people and a large domestic Circle. Perhaps it is best - you must be the best Judge. I hope you still continue to do GOOD - as I trust you have been accustomed to so many Years. It feels to me sometimes that I do none and never did. But we don't know. Reverend Mr. Kirkland 1795 Reverend: Samuel Kirkland Clinton State of New York As to news - Sickly in many places - rather distressing at New Haven - Camp Distemper. Numbers have died - are not the Judgments of a holy God somehow glorious as well as awful, on such a sinful World - and especially on such a sinful people as Connecticut! Dr. Dwight is inaugurated and presided at Commencement last Wednesday - saw Brother Hart who is appointed missionary in New Hampshire and Vermont east side of the Mountain - unexpectedly the General Association has appointed poor me to go again - and I have given encouragement that I will try, Deo Vol: - Part of my Mission is in your Quarter - i.e. to the Unadilla and so up to Fort Stanwix etc. I have it in Expectation to be in those Parts about the middle or latter part of October. - in company partly with Brother St-- who is also going - hope it may please God to give us an agreeable Interview at your House or near it. My best Friend joins me in Love to you and yours. I am now and ever Your affectionate Friend and Brother A. R. Robbins . Rev. Mr. Kirkland .
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Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Norfolk (Conn.), Litchfield County (Conn.), Connecticut
Abstract: Robbins recently saw the Major (Samuel Kirkland's son) who informed him of Kirkland and his family. He informs Kirkland that many have died at New Haven. Since Robbins' impending mission will take him to Kirkland's area, he hopes to visit.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-183b
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Title: Aaron Crosby to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Crosby, Aaron, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1774-01-29
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Text: Kirkland 47d Aaron Crosby to Samuel Kirkland Onenhogwage 29th January 1774 Reverend and Dear Brother last night received yours 25th November 1773 am sorry it happened so that I could not give myself the Please, and receive the Benefit of the intended Visit; but could not accomplish it without receiving Detriment which would probably have over balanced both. but yet determine, at the expiration of some future period by the leave of Providence, to make a Visit into those Regions; can't prefix
Show moreKirkland 47d Aaron Crosby to Samuel Kirkland Onenhogwage 29th January 1774 Reverend and Dear Brother last night received yours 25th November 1773 am sorry it happened so that I could not give myself the Please, and receive the Benefit of the intended Visit; but could not accomplish it without receiving Detriment which would probably have over balanced both. but yet determine, at the expiration of some future period by the leave of Providence, to make a Visit into those Regions; can't prefix any certain time; perhaps I shall come as a Thief. I find the Dutch Minister such a Person or rather Parson as I never conversed with before, yet I understand there is another like him. He sais Mr Mosely agreed very well with him; (believe it's true) O that old things may be done away and forgotten and all things become new and the Kingdom of the glorious glorious Redeemer be extended far and wide in these Deserts; when you write me again please to send these words translated into Indian, "thou thoughtest that I was altogether such a one as thyself but will reprove thee and set thy sins in order before thee." perhaps you have something wrote upon the Subject that will be serviceable. Our Father still holds his integrity (Adam) takes great care of me, presents his Love to you, is on good Health, says he stands in need of but one thing, that is, the divine assistance to enable him to persevere in the ways of Godliness; rejoices to hear of your welfare; but bemoans your condition so far separate from your Dear Partner. That you may enjoy the communion and consolation of the Holy Spirit, which is better than any earthly companion, is the prayer of your affectionate Brother, A. Crosby For Reverend Samuel Kirkland Missionary at Kanenwarohare Mr. Crosby, January 29, 1774
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Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Ononhaghkwage (N.Y.)
Abstract: Finds the visiting Dutch minister unique.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-047d
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Title: Abraham Simon to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Simon, Abraham, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1773-03-01
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Coos County (N.H.), New Hampshire
Abstract: Returned home safely. Working at Dartmouth, learning to be a surveyor. Will send Jerusha money when he can afford it.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-039a
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Title: Account of Expenses
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1770-11-06
Type: Financial records
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Abstract: Expenses for inoculations, farming utensils and Samuel Kirkland's salary.
Note: Description: Date on document probably wrong.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-012a
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Title: Account of Expenses
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1792-04-06
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Philadelphia (Pa.), Philadelphia County (Pa.), Pennsylvania
Abstract: Account of Samuel Kirkland's expenses incurred while bringing the chiefs to Philadelphia. Travel, lodging, and baggage transport costs.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-148d
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Title: Account of Expenses
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1771-10-31
Type: Financial records
Pages: 2 image files
Abstract: Expenses for currency exchange losses, inoculations and farming utensils. Receipts: donations from John Thornton
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-022c
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Title: Account of Expenses
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1769-11-06
Type: Financial records
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 4a The Indian Charity School to Samuel Kirkland Dr 1769 November 6th To his last year's service as Missionary among the Oneidas from October 15, 1768, to November 6th, 1769: 110..0..0 To boarding Reverend Mr. Johnson Missionary from November 6th, 1768 to March 22, 1769 and his interpreters part of the time: 28..0..0 To boarding his Interpreters: 1..4..0 To my arrears in 1768: 7..10..0 To Messrs. Kinne and Avery's account: 16..17..6 To Nathan Clap , do: 0..12..0 To Joseph Johns
Show moreKirkland 4a The Indian Charity School to Samuel Kirkland Dr 1769 November 6th To his last year's service as Missionary among the Oneidas from October 15, 1768, to November 6th, 1769: 110..0..0 To boarding Reverend Mr. Johnson Missionary from November 6th, 1768 to March 22, 1769 and his interpreters part of the time: 28..0..0 To boarding his Interpreters: 1..4..0 To my arrears in 1768: 7..10..0 To Messrs. Kinne and Avery's account: 16..17..6 To Nathan Clap , do: 0..12..0 To Joseph Johnson do: 1..0..0 To Messrs Huntington and Frisbie's board four weeks and two days: 1..10..0 To cash paid John Matthews : 4..0..0 œ171..3..6 Contra 1769 June 6th By Cash from Reverend Doctor Wheelock : 20..0..0 August 10th By Cash from do received at Schenectady: 80..0..0 By Cash by Mr. Huntington ; 2..12..10 October 5 By a Bill of exchange (suppose) for œ51..8..0.. Sterling: 68..10..8 œ171..3..6 Mr. Kirkland August 1769
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Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland's expenses for 1769.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-004a
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Title: Account of Expenses
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1779
Type: Financial records
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland's expenses Oct. 1777-April 1779: Treaty of Albany, Treaty of Johnstown, Travel, miscellaneous.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-077a
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Title: Address to the Iroquois Chief
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1792
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Philadelphia (Pa.), Philadelphia County (Pa.), Pennsylvania
Abstract: Seems to be an address to the Congress or some other official body.
Note: Description: Transcript in Samuel Kirkland's handwriting is almost illegible.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-147m
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Title: An address of the Oneida Sachems to a party of young warriors, bound to Gen. Washington, conducted by Major de Tousard
Date: 1778
Type: Addresses, sermons, essays, and other writings
Pages: 8 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State)
Abstract: Article in London Chronicle: Sachem's address, interpreted by Samuel Kirkland.
Note: Description: p. 210, column 1.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-074d
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Articles of Agreement between Mr. Kirkland and Eleazer Wheelock
Names: Wheelock, Eleazer, 1711-1779
Date: 1771-10-30
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 4 image files
Text: Kirkland 22b (Articles of agreement between Kirkland and Wheelock , 1771.) At a Personal Interview of the Reverend Doctor Wheelock with the Reverend Mr. Kirkland , in order in an amicable and Christian manner to Settle Differences and Misunderstandings which have of late Subsisted to the great Dishonor of God, and wounding to the Redeemer's Cause. Hanover 30th October 1771. After Supplicating the Throne of Grace for Success in the Attempt, and a free and deliberate Reviewing and discoursing
Show moreKirkland 22b (Articles of agreement between Kirkland and Wheelock , 1771.) At a Personal Interview of the Reverend Doctor Wheelock with the Reverend Mr. Kirkland , in order in an amicable and Christian manner to Settle Differences and Misunderstandings which have of late Subsisted to the great Dishonor of God, and wounding to the Redeemer's Cause. Hanover 30th October 1771. After Supplicating the Throne of Grace for Success in the Attempt, and a free and deliberate Reviewing and discoursing upon past Occurrences, it soon very evidently appeared that the great Causer of Discord and his Instruments had been very Busy, it was agreed upon to bury many things in silence which had been occasions of widening and continuing the Breech, which was the more easily agreed to as they soon found many misrepresentations made of Facts, and evil surmisings, inspired by evil Instruments, they conceded to the things following, viz. 1. that they never understood one another in many things till this meeting; and During the time of their misunderstanding instruments suitable to inspire jealousies and confirm each other in hard Thoughts and evil surmisings were not wanting, till Satan had gained his point. But they have now both conceived raised hopes that his mischief will finally fall upon his own head, and that order and unity will be the happy consequence of such jangle and confusion. 2. That Mr. Kirkland seems very sensible that his obligations to this Seminary and to the Honorable Trust in England are prior and much greater than to any other men or body of men. He also, when he put himself under the Honorable London Board in Boston, reserved, and they cheerfully granted him the liberty of performing any such agency for Dr. Wheelock , or this School, as should be consistent with the Business of his Mission, and that Honorable Board appeared well pleased with him, and are disposed to be generous toward his support. 3. That Mr. Kirkland continue his correspondence with Dr. Wheelock , and furnish him with such accounts as may be useful to promote the general design. 4. It is acknowledged upon review of past facts that Mr. Kirkland has suffered much in the Business of his Mission and his Expenses augmented for want of necessary supplies, especially in the year 1769 - which also acknowledged not to have been owing to any willful neglect of Dr. Wheelock . 5. That it is farther conceded that upon examining Accounts variety of circumstances and occurrences that Mr. Kirkland has acted with great integrity and a sincere, unfeigned Regard to the Honor and interest of Religion among the Indians in all the extraordinary charges attending his mission, particularly in the years 1769 and 1770-- Though his natural tenderness and openness of heart may have betrayed him into some charities where mature consideration would not have judged so expedient and that he may be too easily overcome by Indian importunity. Nor did the Doctor know till this day but that the whole of Mr. Kirkland's accounts and disbursments to the Indians had been reimbursed to him, for which he has paid interest for above two years. That it appears from Mr. Kirkland's accounts, that he has endeavored faithfully to improve what he has from time to time received through the hands of Dr. Wheelock with the Beneficence of Friends, for the furtherance of the Cause of God among the Indians, for his own immediate support, and in charities to the Indians, where necessity and the Honor of Religion required. that he has not laid up for himself or hired out the value of one shilling, and has nothing which he may properly call his own after seven years service, but his household furniture, horse, etc. 6. Also conceded that Mr. Kirkland has been friendly to this School since the unhappy misunderstanding took place between him and the Doctor, and ready to sacrifice his little all for Christ's Indian Cause; specified and confirmed by the following among other instances of like conduct. When the interest and credit of this School, about 2 years ago and since, were greatly exposed among the Indians, by false reports and unfriendly suggestions from evil minded Persons, of white people, Mr. Kirkland readily offered to stake his life against the sincerity of the Design, and the veracity and integrity of the Doctor and to remove the grand objection the Indians then made against embracing the Gospel, viz. "loosing their lands". - Mr. Kirkland often publicly declaring the true intent of the pious design and the founder of it, with all those he employed as Missionaries solemnly protested in the presence of nigh 200 Indians that he never would either purchase, accept of or any way own one foot of lands on the west side of Hudson's (or Albany) River, during his life which has given the Indians, in general and to some of them surprising, satisfaction and in a great measure removed that almost fatal embarrassment to propagating the Christian Faith among them. Many of the most sober and judicious have since observed to Mr. Kirkland that the Indians never would have conceived the least suspicion of his design nor of his generous and worthy employer had it not been for suggestions of that nature from the white people. And in consequence of this declaration and covenant with the Indians (which he deems sacred and holds inviolable) has refused to accept of several offers made him by gentlemen, in some late purchases of lands in that vicinity. That as the Doctor understands that representations have been made and transmitted home, as though Mr. Kirkland was extravagant in his expense among the Indians (particularly the two last years he was in the Doctor's immediate employ) if the honorable trust in England have received any such accounts the Doctor prays they may be burnt and of which desire he will give them the earliest intelligence. The Doctor never himself accused Mr. Kirkland with extravagance in his expenses, nor ever supposed he spent more than was useful and he (Mr. Kirkland ) thought to be necessary (considering the practice of the Jesuits who used to clothe the widow and fatherless and had large pensions for this same purpose) and if Mr. Kirkland had descried of the Doctor the double of what he did expend, he would have at any time been welcome to it, so long as he appeared engaged in the redeemer's cause, and that the Doctor has been always sorry Mr. Kirkland did not see cause to build a more reputable house and accept other accommodations for his comfort which the Doctor formerly desired him to lay out for. Nor does the Doctor conceive any suggestions of the nature have any justice in them, or that any judicious man will think they have, who only considers his situation, expense of transportation and the occasion he has taken to give to the poor among his people. That the reasons of Mr. Kirkland extraordinary expenses for the three years past, are, his building himself an house, procuring household furniture, moving his family and relieving the distresses of a number of his people. That Doctor Wheelock and Mr. Kirkland have agreed never to receive any reports of one another tending to discord, till they have opportunity by personal interview, or by writing to each other upon the head. If this had been done when they were so very far from suspicion of the evil that has happened, the Devil never would have had the door which he has found to disturb their Peace. That the Doctor has ever been much concerned for Mr. Kirkland's comfort and the success of his Mission, but through a multiplicity and variety of Business, with Mr. Kirkland's great distance etc. has been prevented the doing many things for Mr. Kirkland which lay much upon the Doctor's mind and which he took many endeavors for - particularly, the fixing a pension upon Mr. Kirkland , agreeable to the proposal of the Honorable Trust in England. [(On the back of the last page is the following memorandum in Kirkland's writing: That Mr. Kirkland be paid for those disbursements to the Indians, in the year 1770, viz. a pair of working cattle, plow, chain, etc. which were, in consequence of the Doctor's former advice and direction, given to the Indians in his name. Also œ27 L. M. that Mr. Kirkland have a Bill of Exchange given him on John Thomas Esquire for his arrearages N.B. Either, or neither of the above, as the Reverend Doctor pleases.) The paper is endorsed in Wheelock's hand in the margin of page 1: Articles of Agreement Between Mr. Kirkland and myself. The first sixteen and one-half lines, as far as the asterisk, are in Wheelock's writing; the rest in Kirkland's. Erasures are all as in the manuscript.]
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Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Abstract: Attributes the late misunderstanding to the work of Satan. Recognizes that Samuel Kirkland's commitment to the London Board of Correspondents in Boston now more important than his other (earthly) commitments. Kirkland did suffer for supplies under Wheelock's patronage, although this was not because of willful neglect on Wheelock's part. Kirkland has not personally benefitted from any patronage, but has put it all into his mission work and the support of his family. Kirkland has also been supportive of Dartmouth. Wheelock "never himself accused Kirkland with extravagance". Wheelock and Kirkland agree not to believe reports injurious of the other until the injured party can be questioned on the issue.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-022b
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Title: B. Woodward to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808, Woodward, B.
Date: 1792-04-19
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Coos County (N.H.), New Hampshire
Abstract: G.W. Kirkland returning to Oneida. Speaks very highly of him.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-147d
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Title: Barna Bidwell to Samuel Kirkland
Names: Bidwell, Barnabas, 1763-1833, Kirkland, Samuel, 1741-1808
Date: 1784-01-13
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: New Haven (Conn.), New Haven County (Conn.), Connecticut
Note: Description: Enclosing copy of Dr. Aryton's commencement address.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-083a
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Title: Biblical translation? "Nok ne Ro-nigough-vi-yoh-ston... "
Type: Miscellaneous
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State), Iroquoian languages
Abstract: Item 1: Psalm 12, Item 2: "Nok ne Ro-nigough..."
Note: Description: Written in an Iroquoian language.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-il405
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Title: Business transaction written in an Iroquoian language
Type: Financial records
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State), Iroquoian languages
Abstract: Business Transaction. "dressing hog, killing 9 hogs, 1 day's work" etc.
Note: Description: Written in an Iroquoian language. May be part of document il410.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-il409
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Title: Business transaction written in an Iroquoian language
Type: Financial records
Pages: 3 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State), Iroquoian languages
Abstract: Business Transaction. "ie Keithasde noniasyon"
Note: Description: Written in an Iroquoian language. May be part of document il409.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-il410
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Title: Captain John to John Wheelock
Names: John, Captain, Wheelock, John, 1754-1817
Date: 1792-08-23
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Coos County (N.H.), New Hampshire
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland's translation. Replies to Wheelock's welcome. (see 151d) Compliments Dartmouth. Addresses the graduating class.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-151e
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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
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

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