To all the Sachems and Warriors of the Tribes inhabiting the Miami River of Lake Erie, and the waters of the Wabash River, the Wyandots, Delawares, Ottawas, Chippawas, Pottowattomies and all other Tribes residing to the Southward of the Lakes East of the Mississippi, and to the Northwest of the River Ohio. Brethren. The President of the United States, General Washington, the great chief of the Nation speaks to you by this address — Hearken therefore, you attend and pay attention and hear the important things which shall be spoken to you concerning your future welfare, and after having heard and well understood all things, invoke the Great Spirit above to give you due deliberation and wisdom to decide upon a line of conduct that shall best promote your happiness, and the happiness of your children, and perpetuate you and them in the land of your forefathers. Brethren. The President of the United States declares this opinion that [undecipherable]