Regarding Treaty Negotiations with the Cherokee
Item
Type
Autograph Letter Signed
Title
Regarding Treaty Negotiations with the Cherokee
Description
Refers to the cessation of treaty negotiations with the Cherokee, which took place in July 1798. Peace in Tennessee said to be contingent upon these negotiations' success. Discusses the various issues a treaty should consider, which seem to include the issue of white intruders on Indian land. Stresses the imperative of re-opening negotiations. Says that a "talk" to the Cherokee from the president might smooth the way; attaches a form for such a talk, that the president may review and sign it [not included]. Mentions that John Steele [secretary of Mississippi Territory?] has vacated his position as Indian commissioner, recommends a Col. Butler in his place.
year created
1798
month created
08
day created
13
author
sent from location
War Department
recipient
in collection
in image
notable person/group
John Adams
James McHenry
Cherokee
John Steele
Colonel Butler
President United States
George Waltrous
Elisha Hall
commissioners
Cherokee Nation
Tennessee legislature
Indian Commissioner
Benjamin Hawkins
Sevier
notable location
Tennessee
North Carolina
War Department
notable item/thing
treaty talks
document number
1798081300901
page start
1
Item sets
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Document instances
| In image | In source | Location in source | |
|---|---|---|---|
| [view document] (6 pages) | IDE02 (6 pages) | Collection: John Adams Papers | R: 390 |
Document names
| Type | Name | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Author | James McHenry | War Department | [n/a] |
| Recipient | John Adams | [unknown] | [n/a] |