Disputes among the Christian Indians because of Jesuit priests and White neighbors. Is working hard to try to resolve the problems. Mentions latest breech with Wheelock. Hopes to purchase land near Stockbridge for a retreat in the case of an Indian War. Jerusha gave birth to a daughter. Hopes to visit Boston in September.
Thornton, J. & Kirkland, S. .
(1772, July 27).
Samuel Kirkland to John Thornton.
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Thornton, John and Kirkland, Samuel.
July 27th, 1772.
“Samuel Kirkland to John Thornton”.
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