Eleazar Wheelock, letter of recommendation, 1768 November 23
Date23 November, 1768
ms number768623.2
abstractWheelock writes a pass recommending two Oneida Indians, William and Hannah, as they travel home from the Charity School.
handwritingHandwriting is not Wheelock's. It is clear and legible.
paperSmall single sheet is in good condition, with light staining and wear.
inkBrown-black.
noteworthyThis document is possibly a copy.
signatureThe abbreviated signature does not appear to be Wheelock's.
Persistent Identifier
These certify that the Bearer, William an
Onoida Indian has been with me in order to accompa==ny
his Sister, who has been several Months in
this School, back to her Friends — has
behaved well since he came to me, as has also his Sister since she has been in
this School, & being now on their Journey home,
&
William wholly Ignorant of the english language,
&
Hannah his Sister, but little acquainted with it
— I do therefore recommend them to the Civilities. Charities &
Kindneſs of all people, as they shall see occasion, & have opportunity to expreſs
the same
&
Shew the same on yr way
Dated at Lebanon
ye
23 of Nov.m 1768
Certified by E. Wheelock
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