War department March 9. 1795 Sir I have received yours of the 2 instant and am glad to learn that Doctor Brumichael arrived safe with the money I am sorry to observe that a turn has been given to the Complainties disinclinaton at this time of visiting Philadelphia as if he was disaffected to the United States. It is presumed this idea is entirely unfounded. The fact is the Senecas existing at Buffaloe Brink were offended at his former visits to Philadelphia unautherized by any Councill of their tribe; they therefore prohibited his coming to Philadelphia without leave. that he has not been able to obtain and of course he cannot come. All persons who know the manner of proceeding among Indians will know that no person can act for the tribe in affairs of Importance unless specially authorized by a Solemn Councill — I am Sir Your humble Servant [signature] Major Isaac Craig Sec^y of War