hv_sansomj_letters_1796_044

de 12 or 14 miles partly through deep mire to this place. afternoon we called upon Israel Chapin the Superintendant of Indian Affairs, who informed us that he had received and forwarded answers from each of the Six Nations, excepting only that part of the Sennekas living at Buffalo Creek, who it seems think pro-per to see what effect our exertions may have upon others before they are tried upon them. I rather expect to write again before we leave this place; and an unexpected opportunity now offering I am obliged to conclude, in haste, with all respect, and affection Joseph Sansom