Last report in which Dean stated that Butler spoke of peace may not be accurate. Oneidas are now distrusted among the Six Nations, and are probably poorly informed. Many Onondagas and Cayugas are at Oneida. They came down supposedly for the funeral of Cagy (or Kegg) but have been making speeches of reprimand to the Oneidas. Dean believes that the capture of Niagara would stop that place's influence on the Indians.
Schuyler, P. & Dean, J. .
(1776, March 10).
James Dean to Philip Schuyler.
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Schuyler, Philip and Dean, James.
March 10th, 1776.
“James Dean to Philip Schuyler”.
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