Presentation of inconveniences to Thomas Dongan

Grand Jury of Albany Presentation of inconveniences to Thomas Dongan

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GLC#
GLC03107.01957-View header record
Type
Documents
Date
1686
Author/Creator
Grand Jury of Albany
Title
Presentation of inconveniences to Thomas Dongan
Place Written
Albany, New York
Pagination
1p. : docket ; Height: 32.3 cm, Width: 21.1 cm

The people of Albany condemn the practice of conducting trade with Indians outside of the town, as it has led to a decline in the trade and wealth of Albany, and will eventuallly bring the town to ruin. They also note that great debauchery has resulted when the youth of Albany enter Indians' houses to conduct trade, and complain of the practice of giving gifts to Indians, which allows them to set the higher value on commodities. They also comment on the poor state of highways in an around Albany.

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