Commissioner's Notes on Treaty Proceedings
Document 1793Before arrival of commissioners at the council house from Navy Hall, while waiting for them, Captain Brandt spoke. He noted that it was agreed at the Rapids [of Miami River] that Indians should come and meet the commissioners in their father's presence, presumably John Graves Simcoe. Thanks to Great Spirit for making meeting possible. Mentions an inclination to do what is right and just. Makes mention of wampum.
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Description
Before arrival of commissioners at the council house from Navy Hall, while waiting for them, Captain Brandt spoke. He noted that it was agreed at the Rapids [of Miami River] that Indians should come and meet the commissioners in their father's presence, presumably John Graves Simcoe. Thanks to Great Spirit for making meeting possible. Mentions an inclination to do what is right and just. Makes mention of wampum.
Date
07/05/1793
Repository
Collection
Document number
1793070590601
Page start
1
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Document partially illegible.
Notable persons
Commissioners
Indians
Indian Nation
tribes
Miamis
Shawneses
Captain Brandt
Western Indians
John Graves Simcoe
Notable locations
Niagara
Lake Erie
Council House
Navy Hall
Notable items
peaceable
wampum