1687/07/18

Wessells, Dirck, fl. 1687

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Dongan re: Mohawk Indians [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf. Docket notes that the letter discusses a fight between the French and Indians.

GLC03107.02001

1687/07/19

Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715

Manuscript document

Title: 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

1687/07/21

Manuscript document

Title: Account of the Seneca attack in Virginia

The document explains that a group of Seneca Indians attacked some English settlers in Virginia, and then describes the conflict that ensued.

GLC03107.02003

1687/08/02

Seneca Sachem

Manuscript document

Title: 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 when they sent spies out to investigate the fortifications erected by the French. The Sachem also gives an account of how the first shots were fired, and how the conflict progressed from that point. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02004

1687/08/06

Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715

Manuscript document

Title: 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 not to make peace or war with the French without his permission. Dongan then recommends a number of security measrues to be followed by the 5 Nations, and warns them to stay out of Virginia if they desire the protection of the British. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02005

1687/04/01

Frederickse, Salomon, fl. 1687

Manuscript document signed

Title: Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Salomon Frederickse and Johannes Onderkerk are bound to the people and city of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It then goes on to explain that the two men have a pass from the Governor to trade with the Indians of Ottowa, and if they decide not to trade with the Indians of the 5 Nations for peltry, then the current financial obligation will be declared void. Frederickse and Onderkerk signed with their marks.

GLC03107.02006

1687/09/07

Mohawk Indians

Manuscript document

Title: Discourse on Schenechtady with an answer [in Dutch]

GLC03107.02007

1687/09/09

New York (N.Y.). City Council

Manuscript document

Title: 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 provisions as possible. Bears the signature of John Knight.

GLC03107.02008

1687/09/16

Howard of Effingham, Francis Howard, Baron, 1643-1695

Manuscript document

Title: "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 to forgo declaring war upon them, but notes that he expects satisfaction upon conclusion of the war with the French. In their response, the 5 Nations thank Lord Effingham for his forgiveness, and promise to rectify the situation.

GLC03107.02009

1687/11/08

Manuscript document

Title: The Mohawk's return from Chambly [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02010

1687/04/25

Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715

Manuscript document

Title: 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 for trading at Philadelphia and not exclusively at Albany, and instructs them to apprehend any French or English men they find traveling and trading without a pass from him.

GLC03107.02011

1687/04/25

Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715

Manuscript document

Title: 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 for trading at Philadelphia and not exclusively at Albany, and instructs them to apprehend any French or English men they find traveling and trading without a pass from him.

GLC03107.02012

1687/11/24

Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715

Manuscript document signed

Title: Instructions for Arnout and Akus [in Dutch]

Docket notes: "originall & worth minding"

GLC03107.02013

1687/12/27

Teunise, Gerrit, fl. 1687-1697

Manuscript document signed

Title: Bond with Robert Livingston

The document states Teunise's financial bond to Robert Livingston, and then goes on to explain the conditions of this obligation. Teunise explains that he has been given a commission by Gov. Dongan to be the Ranger for Albany, and in this capacity he promises Robert Livingston half of all the horses and mares taken up through this commission. If Teunise succeeds in fulfilling this part of the agreement, then the former bond will be declared void.

GLC03107.02014

1688/06/05

Vroman, Adam, fl. 1688

Manuscript document

Title: "The humble Peticion of Adam Vroman"

Vroman explains to the Mayor and Aldermen of Albany that a number of years ago a Mohawk Sachem gave him a tract of land, which is now included in a grant by the county of Albany to purchase another piece of land. Vroman therefore asks if he may retain a portion of this land, which he is willing to pay for in some manner.

GLC03107.02015

1688/07/02

Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728

Manuscript document

Title: 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. He also explains the practice of taking hostages among the French and Indians, and how the Indians learned to torture prisoners from their experience with the French. Document is marked as a copy.

GLC03107.02016

1688/07/02

Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728

Manuscript document

Title: 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 Governor of Canada; and how they settled upon a peace agreement. Document is marked as a copy.

GLC03107.02017

1689/05/20

Manuscript document

Title: Document regarding the Ottowas [in Dutch]

GLC03107.02018

1687/07/04

Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715

Manuscript document

Title: 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 will supply them with provisions and ammunition. On p.3 there is a portion of a Dutch translation of the document.

GLC03107.02019

1689/08/30

Pynchon, John, 1626-1703

Manuscript document signed

Title: "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 him, however, not to disrupt their recent victory over the French in any way. Bears the signatures of all 4 commissioners.

GLC03107.02020

1689/08/30

Pynchon, John, 1626-1703

Manuscript document signed

Title: "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 that 2 British Man of Wars have captured some French ships and taken prisoners. Document marked as a copy.

GLC03107.02021

1689/09/12

Pynchon, John, 1626-1703

Manuscript document

Title: 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 French and Eastern Indians. The Commissioners also note that they wish to inform the Indians of the revolution in England and the conflict between Papists and Protestants, and their desire to retain untiy between the Dutch and English in the colonies.

GLC03107.02022

1689/09/23

Pynchon, John, 1626-1703

Manuscript document

Title: 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. They explain that the Papist King James II has been deposed and replaced by a Protestant King and Queen, who are the sworn enemies of France. Therefore, it is expected that news will arrive shortly of a declaration of war against France, and the English will be free to attack Canada and wrest it from French control. The Commissioners state…

GLC03107.02023

1689/09/23

Pynchon, John, 1626-1703

Manuscript document signed

Title: 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 original, while on p.13 Robert Livingston signed the document as a true copy.

GLC03107.02024

1690/02/09

Manuscript document

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

Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.02025