Title
[Document, 1795 July 18]
Library Location
Name
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author)
Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
July 18, 1795
Language
English
Physical Description
2 pages
Subjects
United States--History--Constitutional period, 1789-1809; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Indians called the St. Regis tribe, living partly in New York and partly in British territory, and other tribes called the Seven Nations of Canada, claim lands in the northern part of New York. Unsure of exact dimensions they claim. No just foundation for the claim (as the Mohawk Indians would be the ones to have any claim in the state) but should be dealt with in order to "extinguish their claim." The St. Regis came to Albany and then New York in 1794; the legislature agreed they would meet with them. Did not know of this important matter when came into office. Believes that the Indian department is annexed to that of war, so would like to ask the President, by means of the war department, to appoint commissioners to negotiate with the Indian deputation in mid-September at Fort George. As Mr. Sedgwick, Mr. Wadsworth, Mr. Elsworth and others live near Lake George, they might be the proper appointees. Hopes for speedy response; if President is at Mount Vernon, will send an express if necessary.
Identifier
columbia.jay.12501