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"Message from the Sachems of Onnondage to Col: Wm. Kendall . . .

. . . agent of Virginia sent by one of there Sachems calld Othonoonis accompanyed with his sonne and another Indian." Othonoonis explains that agreements made with Coll. Coursey indicated that colonial agents would visit Onondaga territory, rather...

GLC03107.01885

Message from the Sachems of Onondagas to Col: Wm: Kendall [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01887

"An Accompt of Presents given to the Onneydes Sachims upon the Country . . .

. . . of Virginia Acct. at the delivery of the 6 Prison[ers]." Account of the quantity of tobacco, rum, bread, meat, and other provisions given to the Oneidas for the delivery of prisoners.

GLC03107.01889

"Accompt of Charges Expended upon the Christian Prisoners to witt . . .

. . . 2 woomen & 4 children wh. came from Oneyde, being taken from Virginia." Account of the services rendered by different individuals and the sums that they were paid.

GLC03107.01890

Proposition to the Oneidas

Kendall states that he is writing to discuss recent incidents of Oneida Indians destroying and plundering colonial settlements, and abducting some women and children. He explains that he is willing to forgive these actions as long as the Oneida...

GLC03107.01891

Proposition to the Oneidas

Proposition of Kendall and Col. Southy Littleton (who is noted to have died before the Indians came), contains the same statement as that in GLC03107.01.01891 and .01892. Followed by a proposition by Kendall to the Mohawks and westward Indians, in...

GLC03107.01893

Proposition to the Oneidas

Copy of GLC03107.01.01893.

GLC03107.01894

Answer to the proposition of William Kendall

In their answer, the Oneida Sachems admit that they destroyed the property of white settlers and took women and children captive. They explain that they were unjustly provoked, however, when white settlers shot some Oneidas for eating their corn, a...

GLC03107.01895

Answer to the proposition of William Kendall [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01896

Proposition to the Oneidas [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01897

Proposition to the Onondagas [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01898

Proposition to the Onondagas

In the proposition, the Onondagas are reprimanded for their aggressions against white settlers, and are instructed to obey the law of standing still and laying down their arms before white men.

GLC03107.01899

Proposition to the Onondagas

In the proposition, the Onondagas are reprimanded for their aggressions against white settlers, and are instructed to obey the law of standing still and laying down their arms before white men. Copy of GLC03107.01.01899.

GLC03107.01900

Answer to the proposition of William Kendall

In their response, the Onondagas claim that the attacks upon white settlers were made without their order, and thank the white men for their forgiveness and understanding. They note, however, that in the future the white men should allow the...

GLC03107.01901

Declaration to William Abrahamse Smitt [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01902

Document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01903

to the Maryland agents re: meeting with Indians to investigate attacks

Brockholes writes that he has ordered a strict inquiry to be made among all the northern Indians in order to discover who participated in the attacks upon white settlers in Maryland and Virginia. He notes that the Mohawks and Senecas claim innocence...

GLC03107.01904

to Coll. Henry Coursey and Coll. Philemon Lloyd re: ambassadors to Albany

Lord Baltimore appoints both Coll. Coursey and Coll. Lloyd as ambassadors to Albany in order to negotiate a peace settlement with the northern Indians.

GLC03107.01905

"Propositions to the Commissaryes at Albany"

Signed by both Coursey and Philemon Lloyd. They request the commissaries of Albany to inform the neighboring Indians that they must call back the troops they sent down to Maryland and Virginia so that no mischief may be committed against white...

GLC03107.01906

Response to the proposition of Henry Coursey and Philemon Lloyd

The Commisaries of Albany express their solidarity with the people of Virginia and Maryland as subjects of the same crown, and pledge their support in the event of a war with the Indians.

GLC03107.01907

Answer to the proposition of Henry Coursey and Philemon Lloyd [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01908

Answer to the proposition of Henry Coursey and Philemon Lloyd

On p.1 the Catskill, Mohican, and Esopus Indians explain that they are a very small people with no intention of ever harming Christians. Their answer continues on the 20 July 1682 on p.2, in which they thank the Christians for their friendship, and...

GLC03107.01909

Proposition of Henry Coursey and Philemon Lloyd to the Mohican. . .

. . . Catskill, and Esopus Indians [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01910

Appeal to Anthony Brockholes for assistance with the investigation

The Agents of Maryland request the assistance of Brockholes and the government of New York in their inquiry into the transgressions of the northern Indians. They ask the New York agents to make it clear to the northern Indians that a peace agreement...

GLC03107.01911

"Propositions to the Senedowannes"

Signed by both Coursey and Philomen Lloyd. They thank the Sinnondowannes for their outstanding loyalty, and ask that they renew their peace agreement. The Sinnondowannes are also instructed to hand over any Indian that has murdered a white man or...

GLC03107.01912

Proposition of Henry Coursey and Philomen Lloyd to the Sinnondowannes & Senecas

[in Dutch].

GLC03107.01913

Answer to the proposition of Henry Coursey and Philomen Lloyd

In their response, the Sinnondowannes and Senecas agree to uphold the covenant made with Coursey, and state their determination to resist all provocations. They also agree to remain on friendly terms with any Indian allies of the colonists, and to...

GLC03107.01914

Answer to the proposition of Henry Coursey and Philomen Lloyd [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01915

Proceedings with the Mohawks, Oneidas, Onondagas, and Cayugas [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01916

Answer to the proposition of Henry Coursey and Philomen Lloyd

Record of the proceedings held between the Onondagas, Oneidas, Mohawks, and Cayugas over the course of a few days. During these proceedings, the Indians apologize for the actions of other northern Indians, and state their desire to maintain peace...

GLC03107.01917

Proposition of Henry Coursey and Philomen Lloyd to the Maquas, On[n]eydes, . . .

. . . On[n]ondages, and Cajouges [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01918

Proposition of Henry Coursey and Philomen Lloyd to the Mohawks, Onondagas, . . .

. . . Oneidas, and Cayugas Signed by both Lloyd and Coursey. The document discusses the crimes committed against Christian settlers, and explains that war will be declared if the Indians fail to pay for their transgressions.

GLC03107.01919

3rd proposition to Indians [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01920

2nd proposition to Indians [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01921

2nd and 3rd Proposition to the Mohawks, Oneidas, Onondagas, and Cayugas

Contains the signatures of Coursey and Philomen Lloyd. The document sets the terms for a peace settlement between the agents of Virginia and Maryland, and the northern Indians. Lloyd and Coursey demand 500 beavers to pay for the robbery and plunder...

GLC03107.01922

Receipt of payment from Robert Livingston

The boat men Jacob Caspers and John Andrese Don acknowledge receipt of six beavers from Robert Livingston for the transport of the six Mohawk Sachems to and from New York for a meeting with the Governor.

GLC03107.01924

Instructions for Arnout the interpreter [in Dutch]

P.2 contains a proposition to the western Indians, also in Dutch. Robert Livingston signed as the translator of both documents.

GLC03107.01925

Senecas proposal not to go to the French [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01926

Proposition to the 5 Nations [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01927

Proposition to the western Indians [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01928

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

GLC03107.01929

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

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01930

Answer to the proposition of William Byrd [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01931

"Instructions for Arnought the Interpreter (to be by him followed to the . . .

. . . Senecas, Maqques, Onnondages, Oneydes & Cayouges." Effingham instructs the interpreter to inform the Indians that he is aware of the destruction they recently caused in Virginia, where they killed a number of cattle and a few Englishmen. He...

GLC03107.01932

Proposition to the Mohawks, Senecas, Onondagas, and Oneidas

Effingham condemns the Indians for repeatedly breaking their covenant with Coll. Coursey and invading Virginia and Maryland, where they have robbed and plundered English settlements. He explains, however, that he has worked with Thomas Dongan, the...

GLC03107.01933

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

GLC03107.01934

"Proposition or oration of the Onnondages & Cayouges Sachims made in the . . .

. . . Town hall of Albany before the Right hon[or]able the Lord Effingham Govenor of Virginia and Coll. Thomas Dongan Gov[ernor] of New York" In their proposition, the Indians state that since the English now exceed the Indians in number, the...

GLC03107.01935

"Proposition made by some messengers sent from the Maquase Sachims in the . . .

. . . Toune house of Albany." The Mohawk messengers offer belts of wampum in exchange for information regarding English designs to attack them. They English respond with an assurance of peace, and encourage the Indians to hunt freely and to be at...

GLC03107.01936

Proposition of the Mohawks [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01937

"Propositions made by four Sinnekes to the Commander & Justices of Peace"

The Senecas explain that they have heard rumors of Canada's plans to attack them, and ask the English for their protection. The English respond and ask the Senecas to ignore the rumors, and also to resist fighting with their Indian enemies.

GLC03107.01938

Proposition of the northern Indians and an answer [in Dutch and English]

The proposal was written in Dutch and the answer was written in English. In the response, the Indians are welcomed to settle in Skachkook, where the English will protect them from the French.English translation GLC03107.01939

GLC03107.01939

"Propositions made by the north Indians that are come from Canada . . .

. . . being about 56 in number besides 100 women & children there Sachim is called Sadorikquis accompanyed with the Indians of Schaghkook" The northern Indians write that they have come from Canada to settle in Schaghkook with the Indians there....

GLC03107.01940

Answer to the northern Indians

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01941

"Proposition made by the Sakemaker of the Sinekes"

The Senecas inform the English that they have kept their promise to travel around, rather than through, Virginia and Maryland. They also assure the English of their intentions to keep peace with them. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01942

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

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Elias and Abraham Provoost are bound to the city and people of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It is also stated that the Provoosts have a pass from the Governor to trade with the 5 Nations, and if they should decide not to...

GLC03107.01964

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Johannes Dyckman and Jacob Borsboom are bound to the city and people of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. The document then explains that Dyckman and Borsboom have passes from the Governor to trade with the 5 Nations, and if...

GLC03107.01965

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Johannes Slingerlant and Hend[rick] Gerritse are bound to the people and city of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It then goes on to explain that both Slingerlant and Gerritse have a pass from the Governor to trade with the...

GLC03107.01966

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Frans Winne and Hendrick Hanse are bound to the people and city of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It then goes on to explain that both Winne and Hanse have a pass from the Governor to trade with the 5 Nations, and if they...

GLC03107.01967

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Dirck Alb[ert] Bratt and Matthys Nack are bound to the people and city of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It then goes on to explain that both Bratt and Nack have a pass from the Governor to trade with the 5 Nations, and if...

GLC03107.01968

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Johannes Claese and Cornelius Jacobse are bound to the people and city of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It then goes on to explain that both Claese and Jacobse have a pass from the Governor to trade with the 5 Nations...

GLC03107.01969

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

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Jurian van H[oe]se, Symon Schermerhoorn, and William Hol[ts]e are bound to the people and city of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It then goes on to explain that the three men have a pass from the Governor to trade with...

GLC03107.01973

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Arnout Cornelius Viele and Cornelius van der Hoeve 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...

GLC03107.01974

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that John Harris is bound to the people and city of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It then goes on to explain that Harris has a pass from the Governor to trade with the Indians of Ottowa, and if he decides not to trade with...

GLC03107.01975

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Jacob Lokermans, Anthony Bratt, and Johannes Bratt are bound to the people and city of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It then goes on to explain that the three men have a pass from the Governor to trade with the Indians...

GLC03107.01976

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Cornelius Gystertse, Harpert Jacobse, and Gerrit Viele are bound to the people and city of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It then goes on to explain that the three men have a pass from the Governor to trade with the...

GLC03107.01977

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Cornelius Claese and Andres Carstense 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...

GLC03107.01978

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Patrik Magregory Abraham Shuyler, and Dirk van der Heyden are bound to the people and city of Albany for the sum of 50 pounds. It then goes on to explain that the three men have a pass from the Governor to trade with the...

GLC03107.01979

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Peter Coeymans and Frederik Claese 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...

GLC03107.01980

Bond to the city of Albany

The document states that Ben Robertson and Hendrik Willemse 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...

GLC03107.01981

Answer of the 5 Nations of Indians westwards to the proposition of Coll. Dongan

[in Dutch]

GLC03107.01982

Answer of the 5 Nations of Indians westwards to the proposition of Coll. Dongan

The Mohawks, Oneidas, Onondagas, Cayugas, and Senecas give separate replies, ye they all relate to similar issues. Each group discusses their resolve to go to war with the Turchturicks, and their wariness of consorting with the Governor of Canada....

GLC03107.01983

"Propositions made by the Cayouges Sachims to the Magistrates of Albany"

The Cayugas Sachems state that they have come to Corlaers house for counsel, and to refute the Oneida's accusation that they are responsible fo the mischief caused in Virginia. They relate their fears of the French in Canada, and ask for powder and...

GLC03107.01984

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

Account of affairs at Cadarachqui

The Onondaga captain relates that he saw the construction of a stone fort, the preparations for provisions, and a store of Indian shoes and ammunition at Cadarchqui in Canada

GLC03107.01989

Massacre at Schenechtady [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01990