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Dongan, Thomas (1634-1715) "Propositions to the Indians of Skachtekook"

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03107.01998 Author/Creator: Dongan, Thomas (1634-1715) Place Written: Albany, New York Type: Manuscript document Date: 1687/07/09 Pagination: 1p. + docket 33.6 x 21.6 cm Order a Copy

Thomas Dongan requests that the Indians of Skachtekook to build huts at Schenechtady, and to remain there until they receive further orders.

Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715

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