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"Propositions Made to the Schakook Indians Meet at Shinnechtady on . . .

. . . there Journey and Conveyed By severall Mohogs to settle In the Mohogs Countrey" The proposition asks the Skachtkook Indians why they are travelling to to the Mohawk Country, and advises them to return to where they came from. In their answer...

GLC03107.02072

to Mr. Whit[r]ing re: death of Indians in the far nations

Schuyler writes that a settlement of French and Indians is to be made on the River Quaasick. He also states that 9 Indians of the 5 Nations were killed while hunting in the far nations, and it remains unknown if the French or the far Indians are...

GLC03107.02075

Propositions made to the Mohawks and an answer.

The Commissioners state that English families will be settling on the land called Skohere, and they ask that the Mohawks send some men there to accompany the Surveyor General as he searches for an appropriate place to make a road. In their answer...

GLC03107.02098

Propositions to Hendrick Hanse (Sinnonquirese)

P.1 states that 3 Mohawk Sachems appeared in Albany and requested that Hendrik Hanse, whom they call Sinnonquirese, appear at a general meeting at Sinnondoroge. P.2 records the Mohawks' proposition, dated 5 March 1711, at Sinnondoroge. The Mohawks...

GLC03107.02101

to the Commissioners for regulating the palatine affairs re: approaching enemy

Schuyler writes of news that the enemy is approaching, and requests that the Commissioners send their palatines to Albany with the greatest speed and urgency. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02109

to Richard Ingoldesby re: mischief of Johannis Lucas

Huddy writes that Johannis Lucas spread rumors among the 5 Nations, telling them that the English planned to take their land away. Consquently, discontent has spread and many Indians, including the Skachtkook Indians, appear to be removing to other...

GLC03107.02110

Private conference between Governor Hunter and Sachems of the 5 Nations

In response to an inquiry, the 5 Nations note that the French have not built a fort in the Seneca's country, but have rather erected a trading post at that site. The Indians state that they are uneasy due to news that the French and English plan to...

GLC03107.02126

Propositions to the 5 Nations

Schuyler explains the French designs to make a settlement at Onjagore, and warns the Indians that they will be ruined if they allow such a settlement. He discusses the mischievous activity of the 5 Nations in the southern colonies, and advises them...

GLC03107.02138

Propositions to the Mohawks, Oneidas, Onondagas, and Cayugas [delivered]

Schuyler proposes to renew the covenant chain on behalf of all of the King's colonies, and regrets the absence of the Senecas, who have entered into an agreement with the French. The 4 Nations are asked ot make peace with all English allies, and are...

GLC03107.02139

"Instructions for Mayor Abraham Schuyler"

Abraham Schuyler is ordered to settle in the Seneca's country for 12 months in an effort to trade with the Far Nations, and invite them to Albany to trade with the English settlers. Schuyler is directed to tell the Far Nations that the English offer...

GLC03107.02150

"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

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

Deposition of Symon Groot

The deposition explains that Symon Groot came to the colony in 1638 to trade with the West India Company, and throughout his time here he has repeatedly endangered himself by fighting with the Mohawks in their war with the French and their Indians....

GLC03107.02016

"Observations made by Robert Livingston Secretary of Indian Affairs in . . .

. . . his Voyage to Onnondage in April 1700." Livingston reports that the Mohawks have become weak, and many are fleeing to Canada. He recommends that the English send more ministers to convert the Indians, and he also suggests that the Mohawks...

GLC03107.02051

Propositions made by the messengers of the Onondaga Sachems

The messengers inform Corlaer that the Seneca Sachems have gone to Canada, and that 5 "Waganhaes" from different nations have recently arrived at Onondaga. P.2 contains Robert Livingston's answer given to the Onondagas, signed and dated 14 June 1700...

GLC03107.02054

The universal gazette. [Vol. I no. 61 (January 10, 1799)]

Reports a resolution passed by the Virginia legislation labeling the alien and sedition acts unconstitutional. Recounts activities in Congress relating to the quasi war with France and part of a debate in the House of Representatives. Contains...

GLC08787

Certificate in Spanish allowing John Raysdale to bring in foreign emigrants

Partly printed document numbered 96.Written regarding Wavells colony in Texas.

GLC01860.20

Memorandum re: agreement to recruit 450 families to settle

Co-signed by Anthony Butler. Butler agrees to settle 450 families on land granted to Austin in return for all "donations and benefits" arising from settlement.

GLC01860.29

Agreement re: selling land to McDonald & authorizing families to settle there

Also signed by Hugh McDonald. The land was along the Colorado River.

GLC01877

to Alfred Howe Terry

Lengthy letter describing the war-time sacrifices of Erhandz Richter, a Richmond brewer, presumably of German origin, who sacrificed his fortune and risked his family to serve in the Union Army. Schurz pleads Richter's cause with the commander of the...

GLC02094

to Jean Guillaume Neuville re: whether foreigners can own land in the U.S.

Written as President to Baron Hyde de Neuville. Jefferson ventures an opinion but refers the question to lawyers, particularly in the several states.

GLC01960

Deed to plot of land sold to Robert Bruffy (cos. Mary Austin)

Notarized by Sam Woodson, clerk. Conveying deed to Robert Bruffy. Early land document for Missouri settlement.

GLC02022

[Texas land document]: selling Andrew Briscoe half the Vicente Cordova grant

Partly printed document, written by Hastings selling Andrew Briscoe 4 leagues (17,714 acres) of lands. Hastings served as delegate to the 1832-33 Convention. Briscoe later signed the Texas Declaration of Independence.

GLC02067

to Robert Livingston re: caution regarding G.N.

Vetch instructs Livingston to be cautious when dealing with G.N. [Governor Nicholson], who is an enemy to Governor Hunter, and determined to work against Livingston in the matter with the palatines.

GLC03107.01043

to Robert Livingston re: warning of Governor Nicholson

Vetch writes to warn Livingston of Nicolson's hostility toward Livingston and Governor Hunter, and also explains his own conflicts with the man. Vetch also indicates that Nicolson is not interested in sorting out Livingston's account with the...

GLC03107.01045