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Proposition of the Sinnekes and an answer [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01943

Proposition of the River Indians [in Dutch]

English translation GLC03107.01945

GLC03107.01944

"Propositions made by the River Indians that live at Skachkook"

The River Indians explain that they have invited some of their Indians from Pinnekook in New England to come and live with them in Skachkook. In their response, the English encourage the Indians to bring their friends and relations to Skachkook to...

GLC03107.01945

"Propositions made by three Mariland Indians to the Commander and . . .

commissaries of Albany" The Maryland Indians explain that they have traveled to Albany to speak with the Onondagas about the Convenant .

GLC03107.01946

Propositions made to the Onondagas, Oneidas, Cayugas, and Senecas

Byrd informs the Indians that they have broken their covenant with the people of Virginia and Maryland when they invaded their land, abducted their servants, and fought with their Indian allies. Rather than go to war over this, Byrd asks that the...

GLC03107.01947

Proposition to the westward Indians

The document discusses a peace settlement that the westward Indians made with the 5 Nations, and why they should have consulted the Governor of New York before making this settlement. It is also asked that they continue to observe the peaceful...

GLC03107.01948

Propositions made to the Onondagas, Oneidas, Cayugas, and Senecas

Copy of GLC03107.01.01948.

GLC03107.01949

Answer to the Proposition of Coll. Thomas Dongan [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01950

"The Maquas & Cayouges answer to Arnout the Interpreter, after he had . . .

. . . Delivered the Governour Message to them." The Indians reply that they are not interested in warring with English settlers, and that they will pacify the Senecas in this matter. The document also includes a memorandum of what the Governor of...

GLC03107.01951

"Proposition made by Anneride an Cayouges Sachim in the behalf of the . . .

. . . Cayouges & Oneydes." The Cayuga Sachem states that the Indians are not inclined to go to war with Christians. He also requests that the English prevent any French of English men from going to the top of the Susquehanna to trade.

GLC03107.01952

"Propositions made by Two Onnondages Sachims " [in Dutch and English]

The proposition of the Onondaga sachems on p.1, and the proposition of the Seneca sachems on p.2 were recorded in Dutch. The answer to these propositions appears on p.3 and is written in English. It congratulates the Indians for remaining at peace...

GLC03107.01953

"Propositions made by Two Onnondages Sachims"

In their proposition, the Onondagas state their desire to remain at peace, and ask that the colonists do the same. P.2 contains a proposition from the Senecas, in which they agree not to go to war, and ask to renew their covenant with Albany, and...

GLC03107.01954

"Propositions made by the Rever Indians that Live at Sckaghkook to . . .

. . . the Magistrates of Albanie." The River Indians state that their Sachem is dead, and they request the protection of Corlaer, as they believe it to be a dangerous time for Indians. They also agree to remain at Skachkook, and to increase their...

GLC03107.01955

"Propositions made to the Maquese, Oneydes, Onnondages, Cayouges & . . .

Sinnekes Sachims." Coll. Dongan tells the Indians that they are not permitted to trade,
make covenants, or declare war or peace with any Christians without his permission. He also states that they must continue to bring all their trade...

GLC03107.01958

Proposition to the Mohawks, Oneidas, Onondagas, Cayugas, and Senecas [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01959

Proposition to Coll. Dongan [in Dutch]

Docket in English: "5 Nations Propositions as Gov. Gen. wil breakdown the Fr: forts built on this side the Lake."

GLC03107.01960

Proposition [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01961

Report on the Mohawks from Canada [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01962

Proposition [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01963

Order to Johannes Roseboom & co. regarding the Ottowas

The Council orders Johannes Rosenboom and his company of traders to be kind and civil to the Indians at Ottowa, and to try to persuade them to trade and correspond with the people of Albany. They also request that Rosenboom make an alliance with the...

GLC03107.01970

Wawyachtenokse Indians proposition to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01971

Proposition to the Magistrates of Albany [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01972

to the Governor of Canada re: policy with the 5 Nations

Thomas Dongan reprimands the Governor of Canada for inviting Indians of the 5 Nations to Cadarachqui in Canada, and warns the Governor not to allow his Christian Indians across the border to lure the 5 Nations away. P.2 and 3 contain a proposition...

GLC03107.01985

to the Governor of Canada re: [in Dutch]

Dutch translation of GLC03107.01.01985.

GLC03107.01986

Proposition with answers [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01987

Answer to the Cayuga's propositions [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01988

Proposition to Mr. Wessells in the Castles [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01993

Proposition to the Mohawk Sachems [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01994

Proposition sent to the Mohawks

Thomas Dongan instructs the Mohawks to send word to the Onondagas, Oneidas, and Cayugas that they are all ordered to march up north to assist the Senecas in their war with the French.

GLC03107.01995

French and Senecas [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01996

Account of presents given by the Onondagas

Account of gifts given by the Onondagas, and the items that were given back to them.

GLC03107.01997

"Propositions to the Indians of Skachtekook"

Thomas Dongan requests that the Indians of Skachtekook to build huts at Schenechtady, and to remain there until they receive further orders.

GLC03107.01998

Propositions to the 5 Nations westward

Thomas Dongan expresses his distress at the failure of all 5 Nations to unite and remain true to the covenant amongst them during the time of war with the French. He also warns them not to make a peace settlement with the French without his consent.

GLC03107.02002

Information regarding the French invasion of the Seneca's country

A Seneca Sachem explains some past incidents that may have provoked Canada to go to war with them, but explains that everything was supposedly forgiven. He then describes when the Senecas first heard of the French designs for war, and what they saw...

GLC03107.02004

Propositions to the 5 Nations westward

Thomas Dongan writes that he will convey news of the French invasion of English territory to the King, but wishes first to settle upon a few issues with the 5 Nations. He asks if they in any way provoked the French, and notes that they were warned...

GLC03107.02005

Discourse on Schenechtady with an answer [in Dutch]

GLC03107.02007

to the Mayor & Aldermen of Albany re: settlement at Catskill for the Winter

The document orders that the 5 Nations bring their women, children, and old men to Catskill on Robert Livingston's land for the winter, where they will receive any assistance they may need. It also requests that they bring as much corn and...

GLC03107.02008

"Propositions made by his Excell[en]cy the Governor of Virginia to the . . .

. . . Representatives of the five Nations of the Sinnias in the Fort att New York" The Governor of Virginia reprimands the 5 Nations for breaking their covenant and committing crimes in Virginia. He explains that Governor Dongan has convinced him...

GLC03107.02009

Proposition to the Oneidas, Onondagas, and Cayugas

Dongan writes that he is distressed by news of the Mohawks and Senecas traveling to Canada to make a settlement with the Governor, which would constitute a breach of their agreement with him. He also reprimands the Oneidas, Onondagas, and Cayugas...

GLC03107.02011

Proposition to the Mohawks and Senecas

Dongan writes that he is distressed by news of the Oneidas, Onondagas, and Cayugas traveling to Canada to make a settlement with the Governor, which would constitute a breach of their agreement with him. He also reprimands the Mohawks and Senecas...

GLC03107.02012

Deposition of Jean Labate

The deposition relates Jean Labate's account of conflicts between the French and the 5 Nations, particularly the Senecas and Mohawks, during the 1650's and 60's. He describes the taking of prisoners, including priests; the attacks made by the...

GLC03107.02017

Proposition to the Senecas, Cayugas, and Onondagas

In his proposal, Dongan forbids the Indians to travel to Cadarachqui at the Governor of Canada's request, and reminds them to remain loyal to England at all times. He also instructs them on what to do in the event of an attack, and notes that he...

GLC03107.02019

"Instructions for Arnout Cornelise Interpreter"

John Pynchon, Thomas Savage, Jonathan Bull, and Andrew Belcher, the representatives of Massachusetts, Plymoth, and Connecticut, instruct Arnout to bring back to Albany some Sachems of the 5 Nations, where they will be met with friendship. They warn...

GLC03107.02020

"Instructions for Arnout Cornelise Interpreter"

Copy of GLC03107.01.02020, with an extra note to Arnout signed by the 4 Commissioners, and dated 30 August 1689. The note states that enclosed are some instructions from the Mayor that ought to be effected with the greatest speed. It also states...

GLC03107.02021

Propositions to the River Indians, Mohicans, and Skachtkook Indians

The 4 Commissioners, John Pynchon, Thomas Savage, Andrew Belcher, and Jonathan Bull write to the Indians to include them in the chain and covenant with the 5 Nations. They explain that they expect their loyalty and assistance in a war against the...

GLC03107.02022

Propositions made to the 5 Nations

The 4 Commissioners, John Pynchon, Thomas Savage, Jonathan Bull, and Andrew Belcher write that they have been asked to renew the covenant chain with the 5 Indians, and also to update them on affairs in England that will have an impact on the colonies...

GLC03107.02023

Propositions made to the 5 Nations

Copy of GLC03107.02024, and contains the answer given by the 5 Nations. In their answer, the 5 Nations recognize their friendship with the English, and promise to pursue the French and Eastern Indians as enemies. Docket notes the document as...

GLC03107.02024

List of gifts and provisions exchanged with Indians [in Dutch]

Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.02025

"Memorandum presented to the Commissioners bound for N. York . . .

. . . to consult of affares for the carrying on of the Present war." List of 22 items to be attended to in relation to the conflict with the French. Among these include instructions to build forts at Onondage, to demolish Cadarachqui, to better...

GLC03107.02030

"Propositions made by Pr. Schuyler Mayor of the City of Albany to the . . .

. . . chiefs, Captains, & Leaders of a Company of 350 Indians of the 5 Nations now bounde upon an Expedition to Canida all Encamped at Shinnechtady." In the proposition, Schuyler writes that the "French praying Indians" will always be their enemies...

GLC03107.02035