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were present when the Articles were agreed on &; made no objection to them. - He says they will agree to &; abide by what the Sachems do, if they do right. - tomorrow they may think what the Sa-chems done was wrong, will they then abide by it no longer than they may think it right? If this be their meaning we may as well let things re-main where they are. Your Cheif Warrior says the U- States &; the Sachems are now making a firm peace, but I can not consider it so unless the Sachems &; Warriors both sign the Articles, as it may create divisions in your Councils &; dissention among yourselves. this might be attended with dangerous consequences.- He speaks of the United States deceiving the Sachems.- It is unnecessary for me to repeat the protestations of sincerity. - As I represent the U.- States, I have told you that I will not deceive you.- I can not consent to close the Business in this manner, after so much care &; pains has been taking to make every thing agree-able &; satisfactory, I wish you to consider of it calmly &; deliberately and give me an answer tomorrow.- If the Warriors wish to live in peace with the U.- States, if they wish to make the Chain of friendship bright they will sign the Articles of the Treaty. Cornplanter then addressed the Warriors in a