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Creator: Pickering, Timothy
Date: 1790-10-30
Text: 46. [In scrapbook, following 50] Pickering to Parrish. Tioga Point Oct. 30, 1790 Sir, I have received a message from the Indians. They are on their way. They desire that at the Paintend Post and Newtown Point that they may be supplied with provisions. As they will depend on such supply and it may induce them to hasten their journey, I have agreed to furnish it. Captain Ros goes forward for that purpose. With him are two of the Runners who arrived here last evening from the Seneca Nation. They...
Show more46. [In scrapbook, following 50] Pickering to Parrish. Tioga Point Oct. 30, 1790 Sir, I have received a message from the Indians. They are on their way. They desire that at the Paintend Post and Newtown Point that they may be supplied with provisions. As they will depend on such supply and it may induce them to hasten their journey, I have agreed to furnish it. Captain Ros goes forward for that purpose. With him are two of the Runners who arrived here last evening from the Seneca Nation. They are to return and meet the body of Indians, to inform them that provisions will be furnished at those two places, agreeably to their request. At the earnest desire of two of the Runners who are Chiefs, I have written a letter to the Indians which captain Ros will hand to you; and I request you to accompany the Runner to interpret the letter to them. As you can well interpret, they will have no pretense for sending for Jones, and thus delay their journey. I desire you to urge them forward as fast as possible. I am, Sir, your friend, (Signed) Timothy Pickering Mr. Jasper Parish.
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Creator: Pickering, Timothy
Date: 1791-04-18
Text: Wilkesbarre April 18th 1791. Sir, I am to hold another treaty with the Six Nations. I have proposed to hold it at the Painted Post on the 15th of next June. Tomorrow I shall send off an express to Canadanqui, to General Chapin and Joseph Smith, with a speech to be communicated to all the Six Nations, inviting them to the treaty. But it is possible Smith may he absent, and nothing more be done than to make the Indians understand that I am to hold a treaty with them as above mentioned....
Show moreWilkesbarre April 18th 1791. Sir, I am to hold another treaty with the Six Nations. I have proposed to hold it at the Painted Post on the 15th of next June. Tomorrow I shall send off an express to Canadanqui, to General Chapin and Joseph Smith, with a speech to be communicated to all the Six Nations, inviting them to the treaty. But it is possible Smith may he absent, and nothing more be done than to make the Indians understand that I am to hold a treaty with them as above mentioned. Therefore I wish you to come to Wyoming by the first of May at farthest, by which time I shall return from Philadelphia. I shall then give you my speech to carry first to the Indians at Geneseo & at Buffaloe Creek, and then to the Mohawks; and you must either go (if there be time) or get the Chiefs to send runners to the other four nations, to invite the Sachem Chiefs and Warriors to attend. My present idea is, that you will be in the Indian Country till the time of the treaty, and bring the Indians along with you. The business is important; and I trust you will let nothing prevent your engaging in it. I am your friend & servant Timothy Pickering. Mr. Jasper Parish.Coll. Pickering letter April 18 1791
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Creator: Pickering, Timothy
Date: 1791-05-09
Text: To Jasper Parish, Interpreter. Sir, I have informed you of the steps I have taken to assemble the Sachems, Chiefs and Warriors of the Six Nations at a treaty I am to hold with them, by the authority of the United States, at the Painted Post, on the waters of Tioga river. To confirm and enforce the invitation, I have thought it expedient to repeat it. I therefore now hand you a copy of my message of the 17th of last month, to the Sachems, Chiefs and Warriors of the Six Nations, and a fresh...
Show moreTo Jasper Parish, Interpreter. Sir, I have informed you of the steps I have taken to assemble the Sachems, Chiefs and Warriors of the Six Nations at a treaty I am to hold with them, by the authority of the United States, at the Painted Post, on the waters of Tioga river. To confirm and enforce the invitation, I have thought it expedient to repeat it. I therefore now hand you a copy of my message of the 17th of last month, to the Sachems, Chiefs and Warriors of the Six Nations, and a fresh message, referring to the former, and making some additional observations. Both these messages you are faithfully to interpret to the Indians, at all their castles which, you shall have time to visit. As to the other Indian settlements, you are to request the chiefs to send runners to them, to communicate my messages, and urge them to come to the treaty. If the chiefs of all the tribes attend, the treaty will be the more satisfactory to the Six Nations as well as to the United States. But an exception is to "be made in respect to the Cornplanter and any other chiefs who may have gone or are appointed to go with Colonel Procter, on his message of peace to the Western Indians. They are to perform that service in preference to attending the proposed treaty at the Painted Post. A sufficient number of Sachems, chiefs and warriors will remain behind to represent the Six Nations at the treaty. You will use jour endeavours to hasten them forward, that the treaty may be opened by the 15th of June next. I enquired at Philadelphia for belts and strings of wampum; but could hear of none. The custom of white people is to send messages and speeches on paper. This I explained to the Indians at Tioga; & they were satisfied with that mode of negotiation. Of my second message I give you a duplicate, to leave, when interpreted, with the Great Chiefs of the Seneca Nation. They will know my hand and seal affixed to it, and accept it in lieu of a belt. Use all diligence to accomplish the business with which you are now entrusted; and write me an account of your proceeding as often as opportunities shall present. Your friend Timothy Pickering. Wyoming May 9, 1791.Instructions to Jasper Parrish May 9, 1791
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Creator: Pickering, Timothy
Date: 1792-04-29
Text: Philadelphia April 29, 1792 Sir, I received your letter of the 28th of March, I was pleased with your improvement in writing. I have recommended you to the Secretary of War, and he will give you an appointment as a standing interpreter to the Five Nations. As soon as you receive this letter, come to Philadelphia and go to the war office for your appointment instructions. If I am not here, call on your friend Mr. Parrish to introduce you. Your friend, T. Pickering Mr. Jasper Parrish

Creator: Parish, Jasper, 1767-1836
Date: 1792-10-22
Text: Tranadarguary 8 Oct. 22 1792 Dear Sir These with my humble respects to you and yours. I will make free to inform you of my conduct since I came into this contra I immediately after leaving you I came to this place and from this to Buffalo Creek in company with Gen. Chapin and Capt. Hendrick according to your directions and instructions, and while we were at Buffalo Creek the Indians that went to Philadelphia calls a Counsil at that place of those Indians that sot on their seets to inform them...
Show moreTranadarguary 8 Oct. 22 1792 Dear Sir These with my humble respects to you and yours. I will make free to inform you of my conduct since I came into this contra I immediately after leaving you I came to this place and from this to Buffalo Creek in company with Gen. Chapin and Capt. Hendrick according to your directions and instructions, and while we were at Buffalo Creek the Indians that went to Philadelphia calls a Counsil at that place of those Indians that sot on their seets to inform them of their preseedings while in Philadelphia the Indians sent- for Mr. Jones to attend the Counsil fire he accordingly attended the Indians would not let Gen. Chapin nor me return untill the Counsil fire wane cotild we explain all the writings that thay brought home to those that sot on their seets thay was very much pleased with thair preseedings and after the Counsil the Indians all apeared to be wall satisfied frindly and united we weare obliged to give the Indians many presents on the account of their going to the westward with a message from Congress we expect them back in three weeks. I add no more but am Bear Sir your frind and humble servant Jasper Parrish Col. Pickering.N. B. the indians are Continually a round us begging for one thing and another but at the same time thay all appear to be friendly, to the inhabitantJasper Parrish Oct. 22d 1792
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Creator: Parish, Jasper, 1767-1836
Date: 1793-05-14_1793-07-27
Text: Dr The Commissioners of the United States/for treating with the hostile Indians/ in a/c with Jasper Parrish, Cr 1793 May 14 to expences from Canadaiguay to Niagara - - - 3 85 to cash did to Henry Obeal - - - - - - 1 to expences at Mr. Streats - - - - - - 1 to horse hire 5 days - - - - - - 2 50 27 to expences to Phild - - - - - - 12 45 to ditto in Phild - - - - - - 2 95 June 25 to my expences returning from Phild to Niagara 12 37 to my extra service as as express from Niagara 58 Phil from May...
Show moreDr The Commissioners of the United States/for treating with the hostile Indians/ in a/c with Jasper Parrish, Cr 1793 May 14 to expences from Canadaiguay to Niagara - - - 3 85 to cash did to Henry Obeal - - - - - - 1 to expences at Mr. Streats - - - - - - 1 to horse hire 5 days - - - - - - 2 50 27 to expences to Phild - - - - - - 12 45 to ditto in Phild - - - - - - 2 95 June 25 to my expences returning from Phild to Niagara 12 37 to my extra service as as express from Niagara 58 Phil from May to June 25 inclusive 29 days to expences for horse keeping - - - - - - 1 63 to horse hire from Canadaiguay to Newtown - - 3 75 to hire for return Sd horse - - - - - - - 3 to my own horse 8 days - - - - - - - - - - 4 14 to cash p. Jacob Elry for horse hire pr recet 2 to ditto to John Eremser - - - - - - - - - - - 1 22 17 to ditto Maratet Conner horsehire - - - - - - 6 13 18 to ditto pr Gorge Lesher - - - - - - - - - - - 6 31 27 to Adam Vrooman till - - - - - - - - - - - 9 18 1/2 28 to Cash pd for shoeing a hors and Expences at F Erie 2 37 1/2 July 3 to ditto to L. Butler pr receipt - - - - - - 1 24 to ditto to A1 Levering do - - - - - - 2 55 25 to ditto to Wancham Kingsley do - - - - - - 3 27 27 to ditto to Israel Chapin juner - - - - - - - 3 75 to ditto for horse keeping at Canandaiguay - 1 87 1/2 to horse shooeing and Entertainments - - - - - 2 37 1/2 to expences at Niagara - - - - - 3 30 to ditto while in Phil - - - - - - - - 2 47 to ditto on returning from Phila - - - - - - 8 60 to horse hire and keeping at Shesheguen - - - 2 66 2/3 Augt 5 to expences at Fort Erie - - - - - - 2 54 11 to cash pd Capt Cowan for passage from Fort Erie to Detroit - - - - - - - - - - 15 50 to expences from Niagara to Canadaiguay - - 3 Sept 18 to expences at Fort Erie and Niagara - - 21 66 2/3 to Nathan Raymon Bill - - - - - - - - - - 99 to his extra service as expenses from Niagara to Phila and back to Detroit from July 10 to Augt 11 inclusive 32 days 64with the hostile Indians/ in a/c with Jasper Parrish, Cr By Cash at 3 times as p receipt to Coll PickeringCopy of expences Sept 1793 Paid
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Creator: Morris, Thomas
Date: 1796-08-22
Text: Canadaguai August, 1790 Sir You will cause the Troop to be notified by the non commissioned officers to meet at Canadaguai on the 8th day of September next at 10 OClock. I enclose to you a list of those who are still considered as belonging to the Troop and who I believe are equipped. If any out of them should to your knowledge have withdrawn or are not equipped It will be needless to have them notified, and you will return their names to me that their places may be filled up by those who...
Show moreCanadaguai August, 1790 Sir You will cause the Troop to be notified by the non commissioned officers to meet at Canadaguai on the 8th day of September next at 10 OClock. I enclose to you a list of those who are still considered as belonging to the Troop and who I believe are equipped. If any out of them should to your knowledge have withdrawn or are not equipped It will be needless to have them notified, and you will return their names to me that their places may be filled up by those who will be more ready to do duty, I also send you your commission you will take some opportunity of qualifying before Judge Hosmer Judge Hull or Judge Williamson before the meeting of the Troop. I am yours Thomas MorrisCapt Morris Letter 1796
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Creator: Paine, Edward
Date: 1798-05-26
Text: Scipio May 26, 1798 Sir Mr. Morrison has just Returned. I have seen him, but cannot prevail upon him to hire out. I wish you to assist Joel in the appraisal of the Cattle as he is unacquainted with the People in your Quarter, and will have the choosing of one Apprisor on which much depends. We have made search in the Office, and there is no such name on the Files as you mentioned in your letter. I am Sir yours sincerely Edward Paine Mr. Jasper Parrish Perhaps you and Porter can agree, if he...
Show moreScipio May 26, 1798 Sir Mr. Morrison has just Returned. I have seen him, but cannot prevail upon him to hire out. I wish you to assist Joel in the appraisal of the Cattle as he is unacquainted with the People in your Quarter, and will have the choosing of one Apprisor on which much depends. We have made search in the Office, and there is no such name on the Files as you mentioned in your letter. I am Sir yours sincerely Edward Paine Mr. Jasper Parrish Perhaps you and Porter can agree, if he will give as much as you think they will be apprised atMr. Jasper Parrish CanandaiguaGeneral Paine Letter May 26, 1798
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Creator: Johnston, John
Date: 1800-07-19
Text: Dear Sir Mr. Morris has been so good as take the trouble of delivering to you a standard, which I beg you will present to the troop in my name, as a mark of the esteem I entertain for the members composing it. In the usual course of promotion I was appointed last winter to the command of the Troop; but the distance of my residence from the usual place of meeting and from the body of theTroopers will reorder it inconvenient for me to attend as frequently as I could wish, and I therefore intend...
Show moreDear Sir Mr. Morris has been so good as take the trouble of delivering to you a standard, which I beg you will present to the troop in my name, as a mark of the esteem I entertain for the members composing it. In the usual course of promotion I was appointed last winter to the command of the Troop; but the distance of my residence from the usual place of meeting and from the body of theTroopers will reorder it inconvenient for me to attend as frequently as I could wish, and I therefore intend next winter to resign my commission. I am Dear Sir Your most obed. humble serv. J. Johnson John Johnson Letter Mr. Parrish CanadauguaJohn Johnson Letter Mr. Parrish Canadaugua
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Creator: Morris, Thomas
Date: 1800-11-12
Text: Albany 12 November 1800 My dear Sir Finding the Council of Appointment in [Suffern] when I came down, I made known to them Capt Johnston resignation in conveyance of which you appointed to the command of the Troop in our Country. Yates is your first L! The other officers are not appointed I was not acquainted with their active presentation and besides I preferred receiving from you such recommendations as you deem best to make. If you will to this when they registration next must they will be...
Show moreAlbany 12 November 1800 My dear Sir Finding the Council of Appointment in [Suffern] when I came down, I made known to them Capt Johnston resignation in conveyance of which you appointed to the command of the Troop in our Country. Yates is your first L! The other officers are not appointed I was not acquainted with their active presentation and besides I preferred receiving from you such recommendations as you deem best to make. If you will to this when they registration next must they will be attended to. Capt Boughton is appointed to the Command of a separate Troop. You will oblige one by giving him this information, That have not have to write to him as I am just setting out for New York Sincerely your friend, Thomas Morris
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Creator: Parish, Jasper, 1767-1836
Date: 1803-03-15_1803-04-10
Text: United States To Jasper Parrish 1803 Sub Agent of Indians affairs - Dr To traveling expences to & from Washington on public business. March 25 to stage fare & expences from Canandaigua to Albany $18.75 27 to expences a Albany 2.50 to Stage fare & expences from Albany to New York 16.00 to expences in New York 3.50 April 2 to Stage fare & expences from New York to Philadelphia 11.75 to Stage fare & expences from Philadelphia to Baltimore 12.25 to expepnces in Baltimore 1.75...
Show moreUnited States To Jasper Parrish 1803 Sub Agent of Indians affairs - Dr To traveling expences to & from Washington on public business. March 25 to stage fare & expences from Canandaigua to Albany $18.75 27 to expences a Albany 2.50 to Stage fare & expences from Albany to New York 16.00 to expences in New York 3.50 April 2 to Stage fare & expences from New York to Philadelphia 11.75 to Stage fare & expences from Philadelphia to Baltimore 12.25 to expepnces in Baltimore 1.75 5 to Stage fare & expences from Baltimore to Washington 5.12 10 to expences at Washington 15.25 to Stage fare & expences from Washington to Canandaigua on my return 77.62 $160.49Copy of expences to & from Washington April 24, 1813 Paid in full
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Creator: Irvin, Callender
Date: 1803-05-18
Text: Presque Jule May 18th 1803 Dear Sir, I arrived here the next after I parted with you, more fatigued than my horse, I just in time to send you six hundred dollars by W. Reed, who sets out tomorrow for Canadaigua. Two Hundred of this you will pay W. Follet taking his rec. therefore, specifying it as the first payment of a contract entered into by said Follet for erecting a mill at the Tuscaraora Village, be good enough to acknowledge the rec of the whole sum, as soon as you conveniently can...
Show morePresque Jule May 18th 1803 Dear Sir, I arrived here the next after I parted with you, more fatigued than my horse, I just in time to send you six hundred dollars by W. Reed, who sets out tomorrow for Canadaigua. Two Hundred of this you will pay W. Follet taking his rec. therefore, specifying it as the first payment of a contract entered into by said Follet for erecting a mill at the Tuscaraora Village, be good enough to acknowledge the rec of the whole sum, as soon as you conveniently can send me a return of the different Nations of Indians and their relative situations, I hope you found all well on your arrival at home. Yours Sincerely, Callender Irwin P.S. I will send you more when I hear from the War Department, don't forget Mayor Rogers Ind. Shoes- as so good an opportunity may not occur shortly, I have strained 200 more making $800 in all, I will trust to providence for moreThere is not a sheet of paper in all this Town, I cut this out of my Book C. Irwin
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Creator: Frisbee, John H.
Date: 1805-12-07
Text: Capt. Jasper Parrish First included is another number of the Farmer which I wish you to hand to M. Gould and Bernier for publication and at the same time the included $15- One is good as to intent them if possible in our course, which in this instance may truly be paid to the course of the people. If they should see any single errors in the piece I shall not be displeased to have them corrected- you know one may inform them that I am always crowded with … can find but little time to write...
Show moreCapt. Jasper Parrish First included is another number of the Farmer which I wish you to hand to M. Gould and Bernier for publication and at the same time the included $15- One is good as to intent them if possible in our course, which in this instance may truly be paid to the course of the people. If they should see any single errors in the piece I shall not be displeased to have them corrected- you know one may inform them that I am always crowded with … can find but little time to write even to my friends- and none to write & correct a piece for public inspection. But I rely more upon the facts which I have stated. Than correct or ….. I am with … John H. Frisbee … 7th December 1805 … to Infirm Mf. B.. that Jacob Pheldon wishes to take the Territory. To be went to the Post Office Ancilles Lauri Mammo + Jas. Wiscon to the left with mine at the Skaneateles P. Office. James Godden to the left at the Post office Onondag. Mfs. Walton Utica I have forgotten their given names. we wish them remembered to you as I am away. J.H. Frisbee
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Creator: Hallett, Jacob M.
Date: 1805-12-29
Text: Geneva Deb. 29, 1805 Mr. Jasper Parrish Dear Sir: I herewith enclose an account of my expenditures at our Salt Spring, Mr. Grangers proposition and yours amounting to the sum of Thirty seven dollars 47.5/100 for which sum I have taken the liberty of drawing on you in favor of Mr. Joseph Colt of Palmyra. I think it important that Mr. Horton yourself and me should have an interview previous to your departure for the City of Washington, to determine what measures will be most expedient for our...
Show moreGeneva Deb. 29, 1805 Mr. Jasper Parrish Dear Sir: I herewith enclose an account of my expenditures at our Salt Spring, Mr. Grangers proposition and yours amounting to the sum of Thirty seven dollars 47.5/100 for which sum I have taken the liberty of drawing on you in favor of Mr. Joseph Colt of Palmyra. I think it important that Mr. Horton yourself and me should have an interview previous to your departure for the City of Washington, to determine what measures will be most expedient for our operations in the Spring. It will be necessary that provisions &ca. should be procured without delay, that they may be sent as near as may be by Sleighing. - There is a man here who is by profession a digger and blaster of rocks - he will undertake our business either by the job or day - In expectation of hearing from on the subject I am truly yours Jacob M. HallettMr. Jasper Parrish CanandaiguaJacob M. Hallett Dec. 29, 1805
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Creator: Willett, Elbert
Date: 1806-02-27
Text: Junius February 27th, 1806 Sir Inclosed I send you an order on Mr. Holden for two barrels of Salt; which I presume you will receive on presenting it - I am with Respect Your most Obedient Elbert Willett Jun Capt Jasper ParrishCaptn Jasper Parish CandaiguaWillett

Creator: Dilano, Frederic
Date: 1806-03-23
Text: Around 23rd March 1806 Dear Sir/ I want to exchange about 25 or 30 bushels of flax seed for oil and not knowing who owned the oil mill in Canandaigua must trouble you with the buisness. I beg you to take the trouble to be informed while I can have the oil at any time when I find and if so on what terms and write me by the mail unless you have a very direct private opportunity as the expense and trouble would be too great to fund on uncertainties- My family are in health- Your friend Frederic...
Show moreAround 23rd March 1806 Dear Sir/ I want to exchange about 25 or 30 bushels of flax seed for oil and not knowing who owned the oil mill in Canandaigua must trouble you with the buisness. I beg you to take the trouble to be informed while I can have the oil at any time when I find and if so on what terms and write me by the mail unless you have a very direct private opportunity as the expense and trouble would be too great to fund on uncertainties- My family are in health- Your friend Frederic DilanoPaster Dilano letter 23, 1806
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Creator: Paine, Edward
Date: 1806-03-30
Text: Dear Sir Mr. Danforth has just arrived with accts from you. The message which he brought expecting many demands an immediate answer, which I hardly know hot to give. The inconvenience of doing without his assistance the enforcing season I could readily submit to provided I could be satisfied that it would be for his interest. He has now a tolerable common education, and for a person at his time of life and situated as he is, to continue at school a long time, and at a great expense when his...
Show moreDear Sir Mr. Danforth has just arrived with accts from you. The message which he brought expecting many demands an immediate answer, which I hardly know hot to give. The inconvenience of doing without his assistance the enforcing season I could readily submit to provided I could be satisfied that it would be for his interest. He has now a tolerable common education, and for a person at his time of life and situated as he is, to continue at school a long time, and at a great expense when his attentions elsewhere would answer a valuable purpose; and all this without any particular object in view, but leaving the advantages which may be denied from a well directed education to chance and return to rest and forget it on a farm would be money badly laid out and time misspent. I am extremely sorry that you could not have written lengthily and very particularly on the above subject, with your opinion thereon and Harry's views and intentions. It is true that is extremely difficult for any but those experienced in the sciences to pint out the advantages and disadvantages attaining them, which is out of my power to do, and which is nevertheless a necessary foundation on which to form a conclusion. From the above you may easily draw the proper inference, and will be enabled to judge whether it will be a real object for him to stay or not, if he is to stay it ought to be understood as laying a foundation for this purpose thro life, ini which cue he ought to send home his horse, to be as economical as possible, which puts me inmind of another circumstance which is the difficulty I should find in furnishing the supplies. I think in making the above statement I have adhered strictly to candor and reason, wish, you to take a deliberate and general view of the matter, and without weighing any local wish or circumstance decide upon it as may be for the best. Yet before I close my remarks I must again urge, "that there ought to be an object, great, than the common advantage of schooling to induce him at this time to continue longer at school. Accept my kindest wishes and affectionate love to Roxe, Lydia, Mary, the children, and the Doctor and Nancy if you see them. Yours affectionately Edward Paine Grand River March 30th 1806 Mr. Jasper Parrish- Edward & Mary} Paine cannot suffer this to pass without inserting their affectionate regard to all the persons above mentioned, and promise to write something before long, at present the messenger can wait for nothing more. Friends generally well. AdieuYour first message by Capt. Skinner did not arrive until after I had written to you on the above subject. E.P.Gen. Paine Letter March 30 1806 Mr. Jasper Parrish Erie Aft-1806 Canandaigua
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Creator: Silverheels, Nicholas
Date: 1806-04-01
Text: Messrs. Jasper Parish or Gentlemen, Either of you, who hold my watch in hand, which was left in pled for Six dollars and one half, will please & Deliver the Same to Wm Davis, after he has paid the said $6-50 Cents and much oblige Your humble Servt Nicholas Silverheels Cold Spring Allegany River April 1st, 1806Nicholas Silverheels order on Jasper Parrish

Creator: Dearborn, Henry
Date: 1806-08-11
Text: War Department August 11th 1806 Sir Your letter of the 26th let. enclosing the receipt of the Seneca Chiefs for $6350, came duly to hand. I am respectfully Sir, Your Ob. Sevt H. Dearborn Jasper Parrish, Esqr.War Department H. Dearborn Washington Aug 11 Jasper Parrish, Esquire Canandaigua N. Y.H. Dearborn Esq. letter Augt. 11th, 1806

Creator: Dearborn, Henry
Date: 1808-01-06
Text: War Department January 6th 1808 Sir Mr. Granger having informed me that you will be in Philadelphia about the 10th Inst. has desired that I would forward you my warrant for $6300 on the Cashier of the Bank US. on account of the Seneca Nation. I have accordingly sent the same to Mr. Core, on whom you will please to call to receive and receipt for it. I am, Sir yours respectfully N. Dearborn Jasper Parrish, EsquireWar Department N. Dearborn Washington Jan 6 Jasper Parrish, Esqr PhiladelphiaN....
Show moreWar Department January 6th 1808 Sir Mr. Granger having informed me that you will be in Philadelphia about the 10th Inst. has desired that I would forward you my warrant for $6300 on the Cashier of the Bank US. on account of the Seneca Nation. I have accordingly sent the same to Mr. Core, on whom you will please to call to receive and receipt for it. I am, Sir yours respectfully N. Dearborn Jasper Parrish, EsquireWar Department N. Dearborn Washington Jan 6 Jasper Parrish, Esqr PhiladelphiaN. Dearborn Esq. letter Jany 6, 1808
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Creator: Morris, Thomas
Date: 1809-06-07
Text: Canadagua June 7th, 1809 Sir It having been represented to me by you that the Standard presented to the Ontario Troop of horse formerly commanded by me, was claimed by both the Canadagua & Bloomfield Troops, and that my Opinion on the Subject was wish'd for by the officers of both Troops, I can have no hesitation in saying that I consider the Standard in question as having been presented by Capt Johnston to the Canadagua Troop to whom in my opinion it now belongs. I am with regard...
Show moreCanadagua June 7th, 1809 Sir It having been represented to me by you that the Standard presented to the Ontario Troop of horse formerly commanded by me, was claimed by both the Canadagua & Bloomfield Troops, and that my Opinion on the Subject was wish'd for by the officers of both Troops, I can have no hesitation in saying that I consider the Standard in question as having been presented by Capt Johnston to the Canadagua Troop to whom in my opinion it now belongs. I am with regard Yours Thomas Morris Capt Parrish
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Creator: Spring, William
Date: 1809-08-24
Text: Bath 24th August 1809 Dear Sir, There is Elven Indians in this Neighborhood that has been much alarmed by Being shot at the other evening by some hunters (as we suppose) and have lost their horses which they cant find since the Circumstance happened -there is several Hunters living in the neighborhood of Mud Creek where this thing happened who have allwaise been opposed to the Indians hunting on their ground, but the Inhabitants here ant able to prove anything against them - the people in the...
Show moreBath 24th August 1809 Dear Sir, There is Elven Indians in this Neighborhood that has been much alarmed by Being shot at the other evening by some hunters (as we suppose) and have lost their horses which they cant find since the Circumstance happened -there is several Hunters living in the neighborhood of Mud Creek where this thing happened who have allwaise been opposed to the Indians hunting on their ground, but the Inhabitants here ant able to prove anything against them - the people in the village wishes them to hunt and are willing to help them in finding their horses - the Bearer cant Satisfyed without coming to see you and wished some person to write a line of course was willing to Satisfy them and will do anything to help them to find out who has troubled them- I am with esteem &c William Spring Capt ParishWilliam Spring letter Augt. 24, 1809Captain Parish Canandaigua
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Creator: Dearborn, Henry
Date: 1809-10-14
Text: 48. On back: War Department. N. Dearborn Stamped FREE Washington Oct 14 Jasper Parrish Esqr Canandaigua N.Y. N. Dearborn Esqr Letter Octr 14 1809 War Department October 14th 1809 Sir, Yours of the 3 d let. is received. Under existing circumstances I think it will not be advisable for the Tuscaroras to make a journey to North Carolina, until an other years. I am, Sir, yours respectfully, [Signed] N. Dearborn Jasper Parris, Esqr.

Creator: Parish, Jasper, 1767-1836
Date: 1812-07-13_1912-12-2
Text: The United States Dr to Jasper Parrish 1812 For my Extra traveling expences incurred since the declaration of War, by the order and under the directions of Erastus Granger, Esq: the Indian Agent resident at Buffaloe, & pursuant to the instructions of the Secretary of War, as p his letter to Mr. Granger dated 15 July 1812 ----------viz.----------- July 13 To Travelling Expences to & from Buffaloe $6.25 " Expences at Buffaloe as p Raphael Cook's Recepit of 9 July 1812 ------- ...
Show moreThe United States Dr to Jasper Parrish 1812 For my Extra traveling expences incurred since the declaration of War, by the order and under the directions of Erastus Granger, Esq: the Indian Agent resident at Buffaloe, & pursuant to the instructions of the Secretary of War, as p his letter to Mr. Granger dated 15 July 1812 ----------viz.----------- July 13 To Travelling Expences to & from Buffaloe $6.25 " Expences at Buffaloe as p Raphael Cook's Recepit of 9 July 1812 ------- $5.81 " do. while there & among the Indians 4.44 10.25 " the services of my Horse at the same time 13 days 4/ - - - - - - 6.50 23 " Travelling Exps to & from Onondaga, including Stage Fare - - - - - 7.94 Sep. 10 " do. to & from Buffaloe - - - - - - 5.25 " Exps. while there, as p R. Cooks Rect 9 5 Sep. 1812 - - - - - - - - $12.25 " do. while there & among the Indians - - - - - - 8.25 20.50 " the Service of my horse at the same time 18 days - - - - 9.00 Oct. 22 " Travelling Exps. to & from Buffaloe - - - - - - 3.50 " Stage Fare - - - to & from do - - - - - - - 10.-- " Exps. while there as p Cooks Rect of 20 Oct. - - - - - $35.372 " do. while there & among the Indians - 5.-- 40.372 Nov. 13 " Travelling Exps to & from Oneida & Onondaga to invite the Indians to a Council at Buffaloe - - - - - - - - - - - 8.88 " Stage Fare to & from do - - - - - - - - - - - - 9.50 Dec. 2 " Travelling Exps. to & from Buffaloe - - - - - 7.38 " Exps. while there as p R. Cooks Rect 30 Nov. - - - - - $30.-- " do while there & among the Indians - - 5.75 35.75 " the Services of my horse for 21 Days - - - 4/ - 10.50 191.572 Canandaigua 15 July 1813 (Copy)Copy of my c/c with the U. S. for Extra Exps. income in 1812
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Creator: Granger, Erastus
Date: 1812-10-24
Text: Buffalo 24th Oct. 1812 Dear Sir, Things remain pretty much as when you left here. - I have this evening recd from the Secy of War a Speech sent from a pretended Council of Indians held at Onondago - Also a letter from Ephriam Webster who signs himself Indian Agent, and interpreter under the State of New York - the Originals are sent back to me. - Websters letter is backed by Jasper Hopper who signs as Clerk of the County - - Thads. Patchen and Polaski King have put their names to the speech...
Show moreBuffalo 24th Oct. 1812 Dear Sir, Things remain pretty much as when you left here. - I have this evening recd from the Secy of War a Speech sent from a pretended Council of Indians held at Onondago - Also a letter from Ephriam Webster who signs himself Indian Agent, and interpreter under the State of New York - the Originals are sent back to me. - Websters letter is backed by Jasper Hopper who signs as Clerk of the County - - Thads. Patchen and Polaski King have put their names to the speech Hopper certifies that full faith an credit are due to Websters cuts All the papers are addressed to the President, and Mr. Munroe.The Speech is headed as being from a Delegation of the Oneidas, Onondagas, Stockbridge, Tuscararas, and Senecas, held at their ancient Council fire at Onondaga. - They complain, that a few of the Indians got together at this place, and were invited to take up the hatched - this they say is contra to the advice of Genl Washington and contra to the Wishes of their great Prophet, who attended their Council. - - - - I believe some White people In this County had a hand in it. I wish you to proceed immediately to the Eastward, and invite all the Young Warriors, of the Oneidas and Oondagas to a Council at this place - I mean those who have arms - let them come soon. It is necessary the Indiansshould be united in something You can state the Indians have not been invited to take up arms. I shall send for the Indians tomorrow - the Propet is here on his return - he did not call on me or Jones - If I can see him before he goes home, I shall tell him to stay at Allegany till the War is over. The Secy has directed me to enquire into this business, and report to him. therefore I want you to make all the enquiry possible respecting this Singular Council and let me know. - If any of the Stockbridge have a wish to attend this great Council let them come and bring arms. Yours E. GrangerE. Granger letter Oct. 24, 1812
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Creator: Parish, Jasper, 1767-1836
Date: 1813-1815
Text: This is to certify that Jasper Parrish of the town of Canandaigua in the county of Ontario in the twenty-fourth collection district of New-York, hath paid the duty of two dollars, for the year to end n the 31st day of December next, for and upon a two wheel carriage, called a Chaise owned by him and the harness used therefor. This certificate to be of no avail any longer than the aforesaid carriage shall be owned by the said Jasper Parrish unless said certificate shall be produced to a...
Show moreThis is to certify that Jasper Parrish of the town of Canandaigua in the county of Ontario in the twenty-fourth collection district of New-York, hath paid the duty of two dollars, for the year to end n the 31st day of December next, for and upon a two wheel carriage, called a Chaise owned by him and the harness used therefor. This certificate to be of no avail any longer than the aforesaid carriage shall be owned by the said Jasper Parrish unless said certificate shall be produced to a collector, and an entry be made thereon, specifying the name of the then owner of said carriage, and the time when he became possessed thereof. Given in conformity with the laws of the United States this fifteenth day of May 1815. S. Batts Collector of the 24th collection district of New-York. Countersigned, Eliphalet Taylor Deputy CollectorCarriage tax paid May 15, 1815Mr. Jasper Parrish To the Trustees of Canandaigua Academy - - Dr. To tuition one quarter from 5 April to 26 June 1813 of Isaac Parrish in reading &c - - - $2.50 assessment of wood - - - 12 1/2 Recd. Payment $2.62 1/2 Nath W. HowellN. W. Howell Receipt June 26 1813(Copy) Washington 19 Fby 1817 I hereby acknowledge to have recd of Mr. Jasper Parrish a draft of Mr. Gamble on me for eleven hundred and sixty three dollars 75/100 for collection, which is when paid to be held for his cacti #1163--75/100 Alex Kerr Funds expected from Mr. Cross purse agent at Charleston S. Ca Received October 20, 1817 of Jasper Parrish Esqr the original receipt of which the above is a copy, for collection - John G. SpencerJohn C. ThomasReceived Batavia April 2d 1808 of Jasper Parrish two Dollars and twenty three Cents being the amount of tax aforesaid on 640 acres of Land in his Name in the town of Erie for the years 1806 & 1807.$2.23 Joseph Ellicott Treasurer Genesee County David E. EvansJoseph Ellicott receipt for $223 April 2d 1808Canada 12th Febr 1820 Mr. Jasper Parrish Dr. To Thos. Shepherd To three scholars one quarter each in Dancing - - - - $15-00 To one scholar half a quarter Do Do - - - - 3-00 $18-00 Or by cash per entrance 0 0 -3-00 15-00 Recd payt in full Thos. J. Shepherd Capt. Parrish's Act.T. Shephard receipt Feby. 1, 1820Jasper Parish Esq to Richd Wells Dr 1817 July 27 to Dec 20 To sundry visits & medicine $15.50 1818 Feby 17th to Octr 10th To sundry visits & medicine 11.25 1819 Feby 20th to Nov 18. To sundry visits & medicine 4.25 1820 Feby 5th to July 9th To sundry visits & medicine 2.00 $33.00 cr By Ca--- powder returnd 4/. By Cash for Indian 16/.Recd the amount of the within act in full by J Parishs Acct rendered up to May 16th, 1821. & Cash to balance - Richd WellsJ Parrish Esqr- CopyMr. Jasper Parrish To the Trustees of Canandarqua Academy, Dr. To Tuition of Isaac Parrish one quarter, - $3.00 ending 19 Augt 1812 "assessment for wood, - - - - - - - - - - - Received payment, Nathl. HowellN Howell Receipt 19 of Augst 1812Canandaigua July 2d 1811 Received of Mr. Jasper Parrish the sum of Ten Dollars in full for his subscription to the first Congregational Society of said Town to sixth day of October next. Nathe Gorham TreasurerN. JulyJasper Parrish To James B. Mower Dr. 1811 - June 19 To drawing deed You to McGuire $ .50 " To registering Morte McGuire to you 1.75 " To recording deed Nortor to Granger 1.12 1/2 " To ---- Rees to youu .87 1/2 $4.25 19. June 1811 Recd pay. in full James B. MowerJames B. Mower Receipt 19 of June 1811J. ParrishCapt Jasper Parrish To Henry Chapin Dr 1810 July 20 To 5 Galls Oil at $1.25 - - - - - - $6.25 Recd in full of the above Henry ChapinHenry Chapin Receipt 1810Capt. Parrish a/c
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Creator: Lewis, Morgan
Date: 1813-04-27
Text: Buffalo 27th April 1813 Sir, Presuming from your Letter to Mr. Granger that you have by this time reached your own house; I wish you to inform me whether any permission has been given by Government for the employment of the Indians. If there has, not ime is to be left in giving an Invitation to such of the Warriors as have fire Arms to join me at Lewistown. Could you be with them to keep them in order it would be advisable. Be pleased to let me hear from you immediately-- I am Sir your hum...
Show moreBuffalo 27th April 1813 Sir, Presuming from your Letter to Mr. Granger that you have by this time reached your own house; I wish you to inform me whether any permission has been given by Government for the employment of the Indians. If there has, not ime is to be left in giving an Invitation to such of the Warriors as have fire Arms to join me at Lewistown. Could you be with them to keep them in order it would be advisable. Be pleased to let me hear from you immediately-- I am Sir your hum Serv. Morgan Lewis Jasper Parish Esq.Buffalo NY 12 1/2 30 April 1813 Jasper Parish Esq CanandaiguaM. Lewis Esq letter April 27 1813 Morgan Lewis letter 30 Apil 1813
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Creator: Ridgeway, Fielder
Date: 1813-10-03
Text: Balls Tavern - Octr 3rd. 1813 Sir, If the Indians should arrive in Canandaigua this Evening - & I want provision you will be pleased to make the requisition as usual; & say to the Contractor I will Sign and requsion you may make for the U. States Indians, -When I am not Present, - I am Sir, respectfully Fielder Ridgeway Capt U. S. R Regt. Candg Recg Dist No 3 Capt Parrish U.S. Indian Agent Canandaigua (N.Y)

Creator: Phelps, Samuel W.
Date: 1814-02-22
Text: Capt. Jasper Parrish Dear Sir, I herein enclose you a copy of a petition pending in our court which I wish left with James Smedley Esq. by you. The original petition will be forwarded you by Frank Ely Esq from the City of New York with which you can compare this copy and see that it is correct before you leave it. I have sent this copy that you might have as little trouble in marking the service as possible. I have also herein inclosed a three dollar bank note which you recieve for your...
Show moreCapt. Jasper Parrish Dear Sir, I herein enclose you a copy of a petition pending in our court which I wish left with James Smedley Esq. by you. The original petition will be forwarded you by Frank Ely Esq from the City of New York with which you can compare this copy and see that it is correct before you leave it. I have sent this copy that you might have as little trouble in marking the service as possible. I have also herein inclosed a three dollar bank note which you recieve for your trouble and if not sufficient you will advise me what will be wanting and I will remit the balance without delay. When you have left the copy, you will please sign the certificates which I have made on the back of the original petition and subpoena accompanying it and enclose them to me by mail after filing the dates. Our return from your house was quite unpleasant owing to uncommon bad weather and consequently bad roads but met with no accidents to render our journey otherwise unpleasant. Soon after our return we were attacked with very sore eyes which each one of the family have been greatly afflicted with until but partially recovered from at this time. This has prevented our writing you so long. Mrs. Phelps has been for several weeks past much out of health but am in hopes it willnot be of long continuance. The rest of our friends in this Country enjoy unusual good health. You requested of me to inform you the return …of the person with Judge Walworth's nephew in this Country a few years since. The name I have been unable to learn as yet best am informed that he formally resides in New London Connecticut. That soon after he returned from this Country he went on voyage to seek sea and has not yet returned and is supposed to be lost. You will … of our wishes for the health and happening of you and family and such other friends as my enquire after us. Yours respectfully Samuel W. Phelps Painesville22nd … Jr. 1814Painseville 25th Feb 1814} S.W. Phelps Capt. Jasper Parrish Caqnandaigua Ontario County New YorkSamuel W. Phelps Letter Feb. 22. 1814
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Creator: Porter, Peter B.
Date: 1814-06-12
Text: Can June 12 0 1814 Dear Sir, I have received your two letters of the 7th inst. & calculate on the pleasure of meeting you with your Red Brethren at Auburn on thursday next. It is however possible that we may not be in until friday morning, as Capt St… is extremely anxious to appear in uniform, which may not be completed in time for us to leave this before Thursday morning. I enclose you an order for provisions which I wish you to show to all the public agents on the road, as well on...
Show moreCan June 12 0 1814 Dear Sir, I have received your two letters of the 7th inst. & calculate on the pleasure of meeting you with your Red Brethren at Auburn on thursday next. It is however possible that we may not be in until friday morning, as Capt St… is extremely anxious to appear in uniform, which may not be completed in time for us to leave this before Thursday morning. I enclose you an order for provisions which I wish you to show to all the public agents on the road, as well on account of the Volunteers as of the Indians. If no public provisions are to be had, you are authorized to engage to any gentleman who will undertake to make the supplies, that he shall be paid the contract price, an sending his vouchers to this place or Buffaloe. In haste yours sincerely P. B. PorterHead Quarters Buffaloe 7th June 1814 Circular All public store keepers, public agents or any other persons who may hold in their possession public provisions of any description, will issue the same upon the requisition of Br Genl Peter B. Porter, or upon the order of any officer commanding troops of the Regular Army, who may be on their march until further orders. Jacob Brown, Maj. Genl (Copy) In conformity with the above order, the Public agents and persons having the custody of public provisions will open the same to the Indian Warriors, & to the Volunteers under the order of his Excellency Gov. Tompkins of the 13. March 1814. upon the requisition of Jasper Parrish, Esq. Indian Agent, and on the provision returns of the officers commanding companies of Volunteers. P. B. Porter, Br Genl Come N. York Vols Canandaigua June 11. 1814Cornelius Doxterder Antonia Oneida 2 Senecas 2 Deliways 4 Onondauga 2 Cayuga 1 Tuscarora 1 12 two GunsP. B. Porter Letter 12 June 1814 Vernon. On. 17 June 12 1/2 25 forw. Jasper Parrish, Esq. Williams' Inn, Wast of Oneida Village
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Creator: Trowbridge, Edward A.
Date: 1814-06-15
Text: Onondaga Hollow June 15th 1814 9 OClock A. M. D Sir, All the Oneida Warriors that arrived last evening at Manlius have arrived at this place there was 33 Men and Women. the Stockbridge and Brother Town Indians Started at 12 OClock Yesteray - 48 in number,- Jacob Dockstrader is expected today with his party Also Martinus White with his - the principal ones that are here is - Col. Lewey Capt. Henry Cornelius Dockstrater the others are young men - Yours with respect Edmund A. Trowbridge Indian...
Show moreOnondaga Hollow June 15th 1814 9 OClock A. M. D Sir, All the Oneida Warriors that arrived last evening at Manlius have arrived at this place there was 33 Men and Women. the Stockbridge and Brother Town Indians Started at 12 OClock Yesteray - 48 in number,- Jacob Dockstrader is expected today with his party Also Martinus White with his - the principal ones that are here is - Col. Lewey Capt. Henry Cornelius Dockstrater the others are young men - Yours with respect Edmund A. Trowbridge Indian Inspector Jasper Parish Esq. N. B. the Indians expect a visit from the Onondaga? or otherwise an invitation for them to call at their Village. E. A T.E. A. Trowbridg letter June 15 1814 Jasper Parish Esq. Indian Agent
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Creator: Porter, Peter B.
Date: 1814-07-31
Text: Fort Erie July 31, 1814. Dear Sir, I have this morning received yours of the 27th. It is the wish of Maj. Genl. Brown that the eastern Indians should return to the army as soon as possible & that you should send a message to them to this effect without loss of time. At a meeting with the Chiefs 2 days ago they requested that I would send a message to the eastern Indians to return to Buffaloe immediately - They at the same time sent runners to Tonewanta, Tuscarora, Caturagua & Allegany...
Show moreFort Erie July 31, 1814. Dear Sir, I have this morning received yours of the 27th. It is the wish of Maj. Genl. Brown that the eastern Indians should return to the army as soon as possible & that you should send a message to them to this effect without loss of time. At a meeting with the Chiefs 2 days ago they requested that I would send a message to the eastern Indians to return to Buffaloe immediately - They at the same time sent runners to Tonewanta, Tuscarora, Caturagua & Allegany & today many of these Indians are coming in. The Indians will be promptly paid for their services- Probably as soon as they return. But I cannot myself undertake to settle the question whether they will receive pay for the time they are visiting their homes against the wishes of the Genl & when their services were much needed. As soon as your health will permit I shall be much gratified to see you here In haste yours truly P. B. Porter Br Genl ?
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Creator: Geddes, J. A.
Date: 1814-10-24
Text: on the Gall instead of 2 5 dents as proposed by Mr. Dallas. V/here iu Cents taken from the Gall P, according to their estimate takes *2,400,000 from the tax proposed to be raised, arid Mr* Eppes proposes to take Up the Boots Saddles &c to make up the deficit. There • seems to be considerable difference in opinion amongs the Feds here, whether we shall vote for these taxes or against them. This is a difference about formalities only, for the taxes will be raised whether we vote for th.ru...
Show moreon the Gall instead of 2 5 dents as proposed by Mr. Dallas. V/here iu Cents taken from the Gall P, according to their estimate takes *2,400,000 from the tax proposed to be raised, arid Mr* Eppes proposes to take Up the Boots Saddles &c to make up the deficit. There • seems to be considerable difference in opinion amongs the Feds here, whether we shall vote for these taxes or against them. This is a difference about formalities only, for the taxes will be raised whether we vote for th.ru or not; and tha only thing to guide us is the consideration how our conduct v ill be understood by the people who exercise the Supreme power in our land. If wshall convey the idea to the p ople that we have eonfiflenc $ in Madison &co by voting for the taxes, m do what we do not mean to do. / 43 Letter from J. A. Ged&es to Capt. Jasper Parrish. Washington Oct.* 24th 1814 Dear Sir, I have been for some time here anxuous to hear about Mr. Howell * Should have sent a letter to him only that I thot it would most likely pass by him on the fioad* - Be pi eased, Sir, to send me a line and let me know how & where he is• The news from this place, is sent you in the Papers duly * Altho it was often talked of, we never took up the business of Ways & Means (for which we -were called) until very lately* Last Friday was the first time we entered upon said business in Comi* of the Whole Tis very uncertain how these taxes Will yet be shaped and new modelled* ihe addit tax on whiskey has been put at 15 Cents for we never^so low an opinion of Madison and all his Cabinet, as we now have. Col$ Timothy Pickering who lives where I do, is of the opinion that kissing is not an Indian custom; that if the Indians kis. there women or children it is in imitation of the manners of White people. This I am inclined to doubt, believing that it is instinctive and practised by all nations from the most civilised to the most savage, and in all ages. The most trifling thim in the history of the.creature man, interests us all•' You will confer a favor on us by setting us right, in this matter. Please to write soon, arid much oblige Tour very Hum^1 serv r J. A. Geddes Capt. Jasper Parrish
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Creator: Granger, Erastus
Date: 1815-07-20
Text: Buffalo July 20th. 1815 Dear Sir, I hear nothing from Washington. The distress of the Indians is so great, on account of provisions that they have called for the Phelps Money. - they have sent to the different Villages to be here in six days from this time. the Money in your hands will be wanted. --- I have now to relate a serious affair that has taken place. On Tuesday the 18th. Inst. the Chiefs were at my house in Council. - in the afternoon I went with them to Buffalo to complete the...
Show moreBuffalo July 20th. 1815 Dear Sir, I hear nothing from Washington. The distress of the Indians is so great, on account of provisions that they have called for the Phelps Money. - they have sent to the different Villages to be here in six days from this time. the Money in your hands will be wanted. --- I have now to relate a serious affair that has taken place. On Tuesday the 18th. Inst. the Chiefs were at my house in Council. - in the afternoon I went with them to Buffalo to complete the business. About sun an hour high, they started to go home - Young King and others - all perfectly sober except Jack Berry. ------- The same day, David Rus & two others had been mowing on the South Side of Buffalo Creek - on a clearing made by Old Mr. Meddow. they had recrossed the Creek - were returning home, and met with an Indian by the name of George - a Cayuga - rather a stupidfellow. - some altercation took place between Rus and George about a spear. Rus by repeated Blows knocked George down, and then kicked him in the fan until he bled freely - George, although sober, made no resistance, and did Not appear to provoke a quarrel. Young King & party, being on the return home, came up about the same time, and seeing the Manner in which George had been used by Rus, felt exasperated. - Young King having in his hand a light White pine stick, gave Rus a rap on the side of his head. - the effect of the blow was nothing. - Rus goes to a man, who had a new, heavy scythe in his hand - takes it from him - approaches Young King, who was sitting on his horse, and at one stroke with the scythe, cut off his left arm above the elbow. - that is, he cut off two thirds of the Muscular part of the arm, & the whole of the bone. - the arm was amputated yesterday Morning Near the Shoulder. ---------Young King is very low - the weather is hot, & we fear a fever & mortification. every attention is paid to him. ----- Rus is bound over to Court in a bond of $2,000. - with two sureties. ---- The Indians are incensed; & have sent runners to call a Council from all quarters - Jack Berry can not be depended on - he is drunk at every council. - No went in My agency has given me so much trouble. - If you can possibly leave home - come here in six days time. I have no Interpreter that I can rely on. My health is poor. ---- yours respectfully Erastus Granger J. Parrish, Esq.P. S. the Phelps money in my hands is in Treasury Notes, of that description which are to be funded at 7 Cent if your Bank will take them, you had better bring one the whole Sum of $500. in small Notes. E G N. B. our Wigwam is in trouble. - come and see us if you can. E. GrangerE. Granger Letter 20 July 1815
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Creator: Granger, Erastus
Date: 1816-08-29
Text: Buffalo August 29th 1816 Dear Sir, Your letter from the Eastward also the one from Canandaigua of the 27th Indians have been received. I returned yesterday from Tuscarora, have paid them their Money. The Chiefs at Buffalo (except Red Jacket) have come froward and received their Phelps Money. Jacket wanted the Money to go to the Westward, but they have used it all exec pet $100. They a have not informed me when they are a going- in fact they are divided about going. I shall call them together...
Show moreBuffalo August 29th 1816 Dear Sir, Your letter from the Eastward also the one from Canandaigua of the 27th Indians have been received. I returned yesterday from Tuscarora, have paid them their Money. The Chiefs at Buffalo (except Red Jacket) have come froward and received their Phelps Money. Jacket wanted the Money to go to the Westward, but they have used it all exec pet $100. They a have not informed me when they are a going- in fact they are divided about going. I shall call them together tomorrow and let them know that the Indians at the eastward are waiting to hear from them. I have advised them to call on you to go with them. Will contact you again on the Subject. I have but a small sum in your Bank. The situations of the times are such at Buffalo that I must draw on the Ontario bank for the amount of the Phelps Money in your hands. - be so good as to place it there to my Credit, so as meet my draft; which will be called for next Monday. Yours with respect, Erastus Granger J. Parrish Esq.Buffalo E. Granger p.m. 30 Aug. Capt Jasper Parrish CanandaiguaE. Granger letter Aug. 29, 1816
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Creator: Granger, Erastus
Date: 1816-12-11
Text: Buffalo Deer* 11th* 1816* Dear Sir, I have reed •..your two letters since you returned home* - Red Jacket says you Must Not Make any communication of What took place at the Westward until he sees you - that a talk took place after you left them, which Must be added to what Hosmer took down* - 1 have received of Potter the amount of your Debt of Hawkins I have bought to Barrels of White fish at $80• pr* Barrell -have opened one for My own use, they are good* • You can have the other, but the...
Show moreBuffalo Deer* 11th* 1816* Dear Sir, I have reed •..your two letters since you returned home* - Red Jacket says you Must Not Make any communication of What took place at the Westward until he sees you - that a talk took place after you left them, which Must be added to what Hosmer took down* - 1 have received of Potter the amount of your Debt of Hawkins I have bought to Barrels of White fish at $80• pr* Barrell -have opened one for My own use, they are good* • You can have the other, but the rice is great* but few came down* - please write Me whether I shall send them to you* ~ I expect to he in Canandaigua about the 25th of this Month, and Shall Meet the Chiefs previous to Hy going - will endeavor to get a receipt for the Money paid for the prisoners taken Yours ko {Signed} 3 Granger J Parrish Bsqr*
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Creator: Graham, George
Date: 1817-03-19
Text: Department of War. March 19th. 1817. Sir, The money which you have received from the Cashier of the "Branch Bank of the United States at Washington, on of the amount of the interest due to the Seneca nation on the Stock held by the President, in trust for them, amounting to five thousand and forty eight dollars, you will pay to the Chiefs of that nation, and you will also present to the Chiefs for the benefit of that nation the further sum of nine hundred and fifty two dollars and out of...
Show moreDepartment of War. March 19th. 1817. Sir, The money which you have received from the Cashier of the "Branch Bank of the United States at Washington, on of the amount of the interest due to the Seneca nation on the Stock held by the President, in trust for them, amounting to five thousand and forty eight dollars, you will pay to the Chiefs of that nation, and you will also present to the Chiefs for the benefit of that nation the further sum of nine hundred and fifty two dollars and out of the money which you have received on account of the Indian Department - you will also pay to Little Billy fifty dollars on account of his annuity for the year 1817 the balance of the money placed in your hands on the account of the Indian Department amounting to nineteen hundred and and ninety eight dollars, will be applied by you in such manner as you may think best, in procuring provisions and othersupplies for the six nations of Indians who have suffered in consequence of the destruction of their crops of corn by the frost. The amount received by you on account of Annuities for the year 181«T(*4500) will be applied exclusively to that object two thousand dollars to be distributed in cash agreeably to the request of the Chiefs, and the residue in farming essentials, blacksmiths work, and other necessary supplies. I have the honor to be With respect Your Obedt Servant (Signed) Geo. Graham Acting Seoty of War Mr. Jasper Parish Asst Agent to the Six nations
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Creator: Hill, Hester
Date: 1817-06-07
Text: Mohawk Village Grd. River 3 - June 7 1817 Sir This woman called your Mother, the widow Hester Hill - She is very anxious to hear from you, and she hope's that you are well, and always have in her mind concerning you that she calls you a son - and all ways remembers you - therefore she hopes that you will write to her so it would be satisfaction to her if only could hear from you - and she is well & harty herself and living herself upon the same spot of the Place where she always did...
Show moreMohawk Village Grd. River 3 - June 7 1817 Sir This woman called your Mother, the widow Hester Hill - She is very anxious to hear from you, and she hope's that you are well, and always have in her mind concerning you that she calls you a son - and all ways remembers you - therefore she hopes that you will write to her so it would be satisfaction to her if only could hear from you - and she is well & harty herself and living herself upon the same spot of the Place where she always did live and her two sons they are living by themselves - only her youngest daughter lives with the mother --- And she begs you, if you would be satisfaction to her if only could hear from you - that maybe she could never have opportunity to see you again, but believe her that she has a feeling for you in her mind - And well wishes you and she hopes that you are in a good state of health - and do well---- She sends her respects to your family & her compliments to your friends or relations This is all the old woman has got to say The Hester Hill Gennondeshon for Capt Jas Parish
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Creator: Van Campen, Moses
Date: 1817-08-12
Text: Angelica August 12th, 1817 Dear Sir Ontario bank has Frequently accommodated me with money for County purposes, by an art of the Legislature passed last session I am authorized as Treasurer of Allegany County to make a loan the sum of fifteen hundred dollars for the purpose of making and improving a road in said County which sum the board of Supervisors of said County is authorized to raise by a tax. I wish to make a loan of one thousand dollars about the last of Sept-next the whole Sum to be...
Show moreAngelica August 12th, 1817 Dear Sir Ontario bank has Frequently accommodated me with money for County purposes, by an art of the Legislature passed last session I am authorized as Treasurer of Allegany County to make a loan the sum of fifteen hundred dollars for the purpose of making and improving a road in said County which sum the board of Supervisors of said County is authorized to raise by a tax. I wish to make a loan of one thousand dollars about the last of Sept-next the whole Sum to be paid about the first of March next, which will give me time after the Collectors settles with the Treasurer to make his Remittance to the bank, Likewise to negotiate a Small Draft on the Comptroller, will you Sir have the goodness to arrange the business with the bank and inform if I can be accommodated Capt- Church will be my endorsee your attendance to this business will be as known - logged as a …. for the favor. I remain In your obi + Humble Servant Moses Van Campen Capt. Parrish
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Creator: Kerr, William J.
Date: 1818-05-28
Text: Niagara May 28h 1818 Dear Sir, I wrote you last winter by two Mohawk boys the Grand Children of Capt. Duncan who were then on their way to see him. - Their Parents are anxious to hear how they got on after they left this, and any other information you can give them -. Excuse the liberty I have taken - and oblige Dr Sir Your Most ob. Ser. --- William J. Kerr Mr. Jasper Parrish Canandaigua State of N. York

Creator: Calhoun, John C.
Date: 1820-02-19
Text: Department of War, 19th February, 1820 (Circular) Sir, The practice of Indian Chiefs in visiting the seat of government, is attended with great inconvenience, as it is impossible to spare any time to devote to their affairs, from the more important and pressing business of the nation. In future the Chiefs of the Several Indian tribes must not be permitted to visit the seat of government, unless this Department is first notified, throe' their agent, of their desire to do so, and its...
Show moreDepartment of War, 19th February, 1820 (Circular) Sir, The practice of Indian Chiefs in visiting the seat of government, is attended with great inconvenience, as it is impossible to spare any time to devote to their affairs, from the more important and pressing business of the nation. In future the Chiefs of the Several Indian tribes must not be permitted to visit the seat of government, unless this Department is first notified, throe' their agent, of their desire to do so, and its sanction is obtained to the measure. You will inform the chiefs of the nation to which you are agent, of this order on the subject, and that, if they visit the seat of government without complying with it, they will have to beat their own expenses. I have the honor to be, Your most obedt. Servt. J. C. Calhoun Superintendents and Agents for Indian Affairs
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Creator: Young, James
Date: 1821-10-11
Text: Trulca ...11 Oct. 1821 To Capt. Parrish Agent of the Six Nations: Sir, I am requested by the Chiefs in council to inform you that they … do their endeavor (as soon as it is in their power,) to make William Pintuck up to the lots of his mile but- they do not expect that they can do it, as soon as next Spring but will as soon it is in their power-- They wish you to know … the matter and make this necessary arrangements to meet the circumstances of the caro. They hope for an answer if necessary...
Show moreTrulca ...11 Oct. 1821 To Capt. Parrish Agent of the Six Nations: Sir, I am requested by the Chiefs in council to inform you that they … do their endeavor (as soon as it is in their power,) to make William Pintuck up to the lots of his mile but- they do not expect that they can do it, as soon as next Spring but will as soon it is in their power-- They wish you to know … the matter and make this necessary arrangements to meet the circumstances of the caro. They hope for an answer if necessary from you. I am Sir Yours, James Young Mrs. Young has had an attack of fever but is recovering from it and gaining her strength fast. Her respects with my own to Mrs. P- yourself and family.12 1/2 Capt. Jasper Parrish Canandaigua Ontario Co.
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Creator: Savage, John
Date: 1822-07-26
Text: On back: John Savage letter July 26, 1822 Jasper Parrish Esqr Canandaigua N York Albany July 26 State of New York Comptrollers Office Albany July 26, 1822. Dear Sir Yours of the 22d instant enclosing receipts for Indian annuities paid by you, is received - I have drawn a warrant in your favor for $34. the amount of your amount. - I am Sir, very respectfully Your obedt Servt (Signed) John Savage Compt Jasper Parrish Esqr Canandaigua

Creator: Elkinton. [Joseph] S.
Date: 1822-09-22
Text: Allegany 9 mo 17th 1822 Respected friend The woman whose home was burned some time ago, at Alleany about which I wrote thee on behalf of Robinson a few days since, understood by the runner who lately returned from Buffalo, that these wished her to come there at the approaching division of dry goods amongst the Natives - She is very much taken up & has been for some time past, in taking care of the children who attend school under my instruction & it is difficult for her to have them,...
Show moreAllegany 9 mo 17th 1822 Respected friend The woman whose home was burned some time ago, at Alleany about which I wrote thee on behalf of Robinson a few days since, understood by the runner who lately returned from Buffalo, that these wished her to come there at the approaching division of dry goods amongst the Natives - She is very much taken up & has been for some time past, in taking care of the children who attend school under my instruction & it is difficult for her to have them, as several of them are small & not capable of cooking &c for themselves - The Indian woman (Sally) is willing to leave to thyself what thee may think proper to give her, on account of her misfortune - being so peculiarly situated with respect to taking care of the school children. Thy friend respectfully Joe Elkinton To Jasper ParrishJasper Parrish Indian Agent BuffaloSot Elkinton letter Sept 17. 1822
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Creator: Harris, T. S.
Date: 1826-02-08
Text: Seneca Mission Feb. 8. To J. Parrish Esqr Dear Sir, This is to inform you that the roll of Blankets &c which were forwarded to the Station for the benefit of the Indian School, has safely come to hand. As you did not particularly mention the mode in which they were forwarded I did not know where or of whom to inquire respecting them. They lay in Mr. Rathbun's baggage-room some weeks I believe before I heard from them. You will please accept this apology, for my not acknowledging...
Show moreSeneca Mission Feb. 8. To J. Parrish Esqr Dear Sir, This is to inform you that the roll of Blankets &c which were forwarded to the Station for the benefit of the Indian School, has safely come to hand. As you did not particularly mention the mode in which they were forwarded I did not know where or of whom to inquire respecting them. They lay in Mr. Rathbun's baggage-room some weeks I believe before I heard from them. You will please accept this apology, for my not acknowledging their reception earlier. Sir, Your obliged friend T. S. Harris J. Parrish Esqr CanandaiguaJasper Parrish Esqr. Canandaigua N. Y.Rev. T. S. Harris letter Feby. 4, 1826
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Creator: McKenney, Thomas L.
Date: 1827-12-20
Text: Department of War Off: Ind: Affairs 20th Decr 1827 To Capt. Jasper Parrish, U. S. Sub-Agent, &c. Sir, Complains have been preferred, by the British Minister, to the Department of State, and by that conduct of the St. Regis Indians, which is represented to have been disorderly to an extent which demands the interference of the Government. The outrages complained of, are said to have been committed in June last. The Secretary of War directs that you ascertain the nature and extent of the...
Show moreDepartment of War Off: Ind: Affairs 20th Decr 1827 To Capt. Jasper Parrish, U. S. Sub-Agent, &c. Sir, Complains have been preferred, by the British Minister, to the Department of State, and by that conduct of the St. Regis Indians, which is represented to have been disorderly to an extent which demands the interference of the Government. The outrages complained of, are said to have been committed in June last. The Secretary of War directs that you ascertain the nature and extent of the disturbance; and report the same to him. It may be proper, to enlighten the Indians, in regard to the line which divides the United States, from his Britanick Majesty's possessions in Canada; and require it of all the Indians, who may claim to be under the protection of the American Government, to enroll themselves. To such you will say, in the name of the President of the United States, that if they remain on the American side of the permanent guide, and live peaceably and conform to our Counsels, they will be protected; but if they shall cross the line, and commit violence, they will be left to be punished, by the forces of Canada. Inform them distinctly, on the subject of their new relations, which the dividing line imposes; and assure them, that no protection will be afforded, by the American Government, if they cross it, and commit violence of any kind, either upon those Indians living on the British side, or the subjects of the King residing there. I am, very respectfully, yr obt Servt. Tho. L. McKenneyDepartment of War Off: Ind: Affairs 20th Decr 1827 To Capt. Jasper Parrish, U. S. Sub-Agent, &c. Sir, Complains have been preferred, by the British Minister, to the Department of State, and by that conduct of the St. Regis Indians, which is represented to have been disorderly to an extent which demands the interference of the Government. The outrages complained of, are said to have been committed in June last. The Secretary of War directs that you ascertain the nature and extent of the disturbance; and report the same to him. It may be proper, to enlighten the Indians, in regard to the line which divides the United States, from his Britanick Majesty's possessions in Canada; and require it of all the Indians, who may claim to be under the protection of the American Government, to enroll themselves. To such you will say, in the name of the President of the United States, that if they remain on the American side of the permanent guide, and live peaceably and conform to our Counsels, they will be protected; but if they shall cross the line, and commit violence, they will be left to be punished, by the forces of Canada. Inform them distinctly, on the subject of their new relations, which the dividing line imposes; and assure them, that no protection will be afforded, by the American Government, if they cross it, and commit violence of any kind, either upon those Indians living on the British side, or the subjects of the King residing there. I am, very respectfully, yr obt Servt. Tho. L. McKenney
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Creator: Parish, Jasper, 1767-1836
Date: 1828-01-01
Text: Agency of the U. S. to the Six Nations of Indians - Canandaigua 1 Jany 1828 Sir, I have received your letter of the 20th ult. informing me of some disorderly conduct of the St Regis Indians, which has become a subject of complaint from the ministry of his Brittanic Majesty residing at Washington. - I shall give prompt attention to this subject by repairing to that Tillage in person, if my health will permit, and if not, I will send an official Agent who shall make diligent enquiry into the...
Show moreAgency of the U. S. to the Six Nations of Indians - Canandaigua 1 Jany 1828 Sir, I have received your letter of the 20th ult. informing me of some disorderly conduct of the St Regis Indians, which has become a subject of complaint from the ministry of his Brittanic Majesty residing at Washington. - I shall give prompt attention to this subject by repairing to that Tillage in person, if my health will permit, and if not, I will send an official Agent who shall make diligent enquiry into the cause of the complaints, and to faithfully warn them of the consequences of any disorderly conduct, and in due time I will make report to your department I am Sir, very respectfully Your mo. obdt. Srv Jasper Parrish Sub Agent Thoms L. McKinny, Esq. Indian Office Washington
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Creator: Parish, Jasper, 1767-1836
Date: 1828-01-03
Text: Agency of the U.S. to the Six Nations of Indians - Canandaigua 3d January 1828. To The Chiefs and Warriors of the St. Regis Indians Brothers, I have received from your Father the President of the United States, complaint against you for disorderly conduct toward your neighbors, in committing depredations and violence over the boundary line, on British subjects. - Brothers, ill health prevents me from visiting you in person. The bearer of this letter is my son. - He will communicate to you the...
Show moreAgency of the U.S. to the Six Nations of Indians - Canandaigua 3d January 1828. To The Chiefs and Warriors of the St. Regis Indians Brothers, I have received from your Father the President of the United States, complaint against you for disorderly conduct toward your neighbors, in committing depredations and violence over the boundary line, on British subjects. - Brothers, ill health prevents me from visiting you in person. The bearer of this letter is my son. - He will communicate to you the wish of your father the President. - You will please attend to his communication, and acquaint him with all the facts and circumstances in relation to the difficulties that exist between you and your neighbor. - Your friend and brother. - Jasper Parrish Sub AgentCopy of a letter to the St. Regis Indians Jany. 3, 1828
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Creator: Parish, Jasper, 1767-1836
Date: 1828-01-03
Text: Canandaigua Jany 3, 1828 Instruction for Edward P. Parrish You will proceed to St, Regis, to the Indian Villiage - there you will call the Indian Chiefs & Warriors together in Council; deliver to them my letter, and state to them that you naive a message from the President of the United States, through the far Department.- After the communication is explained to them, you will call on them to explain to you, the outrage' complained of, and said to have en committed in June last. take...
Show moreCanandaigua Jany 3, 1828 Instruction for Edward P. Parrish You will proceed to St, Regis, to the Indian Villiage - there you will call the Indian Chiefs & Warriors together in Council; deliver to them my letter, and state to them that you naive a message from the President of the United States, through the far Department.- After the communication is explained to them, you will call on them to explain to you, the outrage' complained of, and said to have en committed in June last. take it all down in writing. - you must take a list of all the names of the Chiefs, Warriors and headmen, residing with the State of New York - See that they understand where the division line is, - You must hold your Council within our boundary line - let the Indians living on the British side attend the Council, - the communlcatlon from the War Dept you will bring hack with you, - let no one take a Copy of it. - Jasper Parrish Indian AgentInstructions for E. P. Parrish Jany. 3, 1824
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Creator: Parrish, Edward P.
Date: 1828-01-25
Text: No. 3 - Canandaigua 25 Jany 1828 To Jasper Parrish Esqr Sub Agent of the United States to the Six Nations of Indians Sir, Agreeable to your instructions I proceeded immediately to the Indian Village of St. Regis (on the St Lawrence) I then called a Council of the American Indiana also invited the British Indiana to attend, which invitation they accepted. I then read the Communication from Government made inquiries, agreeable to your instructions. I was not able to find that any depredations...
Show moreNo. 3 - Canandaigua 25 Jany 1828 To Jasper Parrish Esqr Sub Agent of the United States to the Six Nations of Indians Sir, Agreeable to your instructions I proceeded immediately to the Indian Village of St. Regis (on the St Lawrence) I then called a Council of the American Indiana also invited the British Indiana to attend, which invitation they accepted. I then read the Communication from Government made inquiries, agreeable to your instructions. I was not able to find that any depredations or violence of any kind had been committed by one party of the Indiana against the other. The nature and extent of the outrage committed in June last by the American Indians, was their hoisting the flag of the United States in Canada (& this was done in the Indian Village, all of which is in Canada) No violence of any kind was used at, or since that time, by one party against the other. - I learnt upon my arrival at St Regis, that two lines had been run by the Commissioners, neither of which has yet been laid down as permanent - In this situation they are without any other boundary line than the old one. -This has been the cause (I fear) of most of the difficulties heretofore existing between them. Both parties are anxious that a boundary line should be fixed through their reservationsat present they differ as to the line that should be called the boundary. The American Indians informed me that the British Indians residing at St. Regis had told them that they must move into the United States in the Spring & leave their Houses &- improvements, most of which are in Canada. The population of the American Indians at St. Regis & within Canada, as near as I could learn is 350 & that of the British Indians 500 - I have endeavoured to enrol the Indians, claiming the protection of this Government, and herewith retort their names - I was well received by the Indians on both sides, and our Indians gave me assurances that they would obey the orders if the President of the United States, and would cultivate friendly feelings towards each other. I am respectfully Edward Parrish -Edward P. Parrish
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