1711/03/01

Mohawk Indians

Manuscript document signed

Title: 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 tell Hanse that they think of him as one of their own people, and that they desire him to manage their affairs. They therefore request that he speak on their behalf and procure a fort and a minister for them. Jan Baptist van Eps signed as the interpreter of the proceedings.

GLC03107.02101

1711/04/24

Hunter, Robert, 1664-1734

Letter signed

Title: to Peter Schuyler re: instructions to travel to Onondaga

Hunter informs Schuyler that a group of French men and officers recently arrived at Onondaga, and he wishes Schuyler to travel there immediately. While at Onondaga, Schuyler is instructed to thank the Indians for informing the English of the French arrival, and to remind them that they are not permitted to keep armed men, priests, or emissaries among them. Hunter also orders Schuyler to be present at all meetings between the French and Onondagas, and to send some Indians to the Canadian frontier to keep an eye on French movements.

GLC03107.02102

1711/08/17-1711/08/28

Five Nations

Manuscript document

Title: Propositions of the 5 Nations and River Indians to Coll. Robert Hunter

The 5 Nations and River Indians have gathered at Albany to voice their commitment to General Francis Nicholson and the expedition to reduce Canada. They ask the Governor to pardon the French Praying Indians if they decide to help the English, and inquire as to how to dispose of French prisoners. Governor Hunter answers that he will forgive all that join the expedition, and instructs the Indians to give Christian prisoners to the English, who will in turn give Indian prisoners to the 5 Nations. A count of the number of Indian soldiers is given, as well as an account of the gifts presented…

GLC03107.02103

1711/08/26

Sachem of the 5 Nations, fl. 1711-1717

Manuscript document

Title: Proposals of the 5 Nations to Robert Hunter

The Sachems ask the Governor and Lieutenant Governor of New York to pay the salary of Robert Livingston, who has served the position of Secretary of Indian Affiars without receiving a just salary.

GLC03107.02104

1711/08/25

Council of War

Manuscript document

Title: Proceedings at a council of war

The Council gives directions on how to use the "brass ordinances" sent from England, and addresses complaints of bad bread from Coll. Schuyler's regiment. They also give orders for the creation of a court to try crimes committed against the aritcles of war.

GLC03107.02105

1711/08/27

Council of War

Manuscript document

Title: Proceedings at a council of war

The Council discusses an operation to take Mount Royal, and lists payment due to officers and other individuals involved in the expedition. Notes are also made on replacing the bad bread in Coll. Schuyler's regiment.

GLC03107.02106

1711/08/28

Council of War

Manuscript document

Title: Proceedings at a council of war

The Council asks that accounts be made for the victualling of soldiers, the Commissioners procure as many carpenters as possible, provisions be delivered to soldiers and Indians with great speed, and surgeons be instructed to tend to casualties, among a number of other orders.

GLC03107.02107

1712/05/13

Manuscript document

Title: Account with Indian Nations [in Dutch and English]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02108

1712/02/10

Schuyler, Peter, 1657-1724

Letter signed

Title: 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

1713/02/27

Huddy, Charles, fl. 1713

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 areas.

GLC03107.02110

1713/08/12

Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728

Autograph document signed

Title: Warrent for the arrest of Dirk Wessells ten Broek Junr. and Anthony van Shaik

The warrant charges Dirk Wessells ten Broek Junior and Anthony van Shaik of breaking down the house of Frederick the Weaver, and destroying and taking his goods. It is ordered that the men be apprehended and brought before the Justices of the Peace of Albany.

GLC03107.02111

[1713]

Hunter, Robert, 1664-1734

Manuscript document

Title: Answer to the Indians

The document warns the Indians not to trade with the French, who lie and cheat in order to weaken the Indians and make them more vulnerable in the time of war.

GLC03107.02112

1714/05/12

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: sale of Alida Schuyler's house

Philip describes his unsuccessful attempts to sell Alida Schuyler's house, which is old and poorly kept. He also wishes his father the best of luck in obtaining his warrants and salary, but acknowledges that it will continue to be a most difficult endeavor. P.2 contains a copy of a letter from the Commissioners to the Governor, 13 May 1714, Albany. The letter discusses an upcoming meeting of all Indians at Onondaga, and that the Indians were warned not to inform a single white man of this event. The Commissioners fear a clandestine plot, and therefore send a spy to inform them of the…

GLC03107.02114

1714/09/25

Sachem of the 5 Nations, fl. 1711-1717

Manuscript document

Title: Answer to the propositions of Governor Hunter

The 5 Nations express their solidarity with the English, and their determination to maintain peace with them. They agree to try to make peace with the "flatheads" of Carolina, and to stop their young men from killing and stealing English cattle and crops. The 5 Nations also agree to give free passage to and trade with the "far nations" that may wander through their country. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02115

1714/09/23

Hunter, Robert, 1664-1734

Manuscript document

Title: Propositions to the 5 Nations

Governor Hunter speaks on behalf of the Queen of England, and invites the 5 Nations to renew their covenant chain of peace with the English. He informs the Indians that the English have made peace with the French, and expects that the 5 Nations will follow this example. According to the articles of this peace, however, it is forbidden for the Indians to allow any French men or priests to live among them. Hunter also asks the 5 Nations to cease conflict with all of the Queen's subjects, both Christian and Indian, and to give free passage to the "far nations" when they pass through the 5…

GLC03107.02116

1714/09/20

Sachem of the 5 Nations, fl. 1711-1717

Manuscript document

Title: Propositions to Governor Hunter with an answer

The Sachems state that they have heard news of British plans to cut off the 5 Nations, and explain that they are inclined to believe this rumor due to the rapidly rising price of powder. Governor Hunter replies that the rumors are spread by their mutual enemies, and he will try to lower the price of powder.

GLC03107.02117

1715/08/27

Sachem of the 5 Nations, fl. 1711-1717

Manuscript document

Title: Propositions to Governor Hunter with an answer

The Sachems resolve to end their war with the flatheads of Carolina, condole the death of Queen Anne, and request that the English sell goods at a more reasonable price. In his reply, Governor Hunter states that he will need time to think about the issues, and will have an answer at their next meeting.

GLC03107.02118

1715/08/28

Sachem of the 5 Nations, fl. 1711-1717

Manuscript document

Title: Alteration of the former propositions

The Sachems request that the part of their former proposition stating their resolve never to join the English in a war be blotted out and forgotten. They explain that the rising cost of goods caused them to initially make this statement, and they therefore request that the King lower the prices so that trade may be more successful.

GLC03107.02119

1715/08/29

Sachem of the 5 Nations, fl. 1711-1717

Manuscript document

Title: Propositions to Governor Hunter with an answer

The Sachems explain that they have received word from the Far Nations that they desire to make peace with Governor Hunter and the 5 Nations, and also that they wish to travel and trade with freedom. Governor Hunter replies that the accepts the propositions of the Far Nations, and states that friends of the 5 Nations will be looked upon as friends of the English.

GLC03107.02120

1715/08/28

Hunter, Robert, 1664-1734

Manuscript document

Title: Answer to the propositions of the 5 Nations

Governor Hunter begins by recalling the war against the French of Canada, and states the importance of upholding the "hatchet" of mutual defense between the English and the 5 Nations. In response to the Indians' complaints of the high price of goods and low value of furs, Hunter explains that the forces of supply and demand are responsible for determining these values. As a final issue, Hunter asks the 5 Nations to act upon the agreement of mutual defense and pursue the Flatheads of Carolina, who are accused of butchering English settlers without reason. Docketed on p.8.

GLC03107.02121

1715/08/31

The 5 Nations

Manuscript document

Title: Reply to the propositions of Governor Hunter

The 5 Nations correct Governor Hunter's account of the attacks commited by the Flatheads of Carolina, and explain that the English provoked them when they failed to lower the price of goods in return for the Flatheads' service in a war with another nation of Indians. However, the 5 Nations agree to pursue the Flatheads, so long as the English supply them with proper ammunition and conduct trade in a more favorable manner. Docketed on p.4.

GLC03107.02122

1717/05/30

Spotswood, Alexander, 1676-1740

Letter

Title: to Robert Hunter re: attacks made by the 5 Nations [excerpt]

The Governor of Virginia, Alexander Spotswood, writes to Governor Hunter to inform him that the 5 Nations have attacked a nation of Indians in an English fort as they prepared to make peace with Virginia. Docket notes that this is an excerpt of a letter.

GLC03107.02123

1717/06/16

Hunter, Robert, 1664-1734

Manuscript document

Title: Proposition to the 5 Nations [in Dutch]

Docketed on p.4.

GLC03107.02124

1717/06/13

Livingston, Robert, 1688-1775

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: 5 Nations' mischief in Virginia

Robert writes that he sends this letter per Capt. Smith, the Agent of Virginia, who has informed him of the mischief wrought by the 5 Nations in that colony. He also notes that some pirates took Smith and held him in Sandy Hook for some time, and there is fear that ships sent from England will meet with a similar fate.

GLC03107.02125

1717/06/13

Sachem of the 5 Nations, fl. 1711-1717

Manuscript document

Title: 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 cut off all Indians and populate the land with people from Europe. They also tell the Governor that they have received small pox from Maryland or Virginia, and demand that this intentional practice cease.

GLC03107.02126