1776/09/09 – Chambly – Sir Guy Carleton to Lieut-Governor Hamilton
Has no objection to Hay being employed in the Indian Department. (Page 1) – SN: 121001 (Full Text)
1776/09/14 – Chambly – E. Foy, D. A. G., to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
Returns of stores; of fortifications, barracks, vessels on the lakes, &c., to be made twice a year. (Page 2) – SN: 121002 (Full Text)
1776/10/06 – On board the ”Maria” of Pointe au Fer – Sir Guy Carleton to Lieut. Governor Hamilton
The limitation the as to expenses not to affect such as are absolutely necessary for putting the post in a state cf defence and keeping the Indians ready. They are to be kept ready to join him (Carleton) in spring, or march elsewhere as wanted. (Page 3) – SN: 121003 (Full Text)
1776/10/?? – Crown Point – E. Foy, D. A. G., to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
Steps to be taken, on the information of Rocheblave, to stop correspondence between tho colonists and the Spanish Governor, but no breach between the two nations is to be made. New vessel is to be built; David Beaton to command her. (Page 4) – SN: 121004 (Full Text)
1776/10/30 – E. Foy, D.A.G., to Hamilton
No boats or vessels to pass on the lakes without proper passports; and no vessels larger than a common boat to be built, except those for the King’s service. All suspected persons to be seized and sent to Montreal with proofs. (Page 5) – SN: 121005 (Full Text)
1777/02/02 – Quebec – Sir Guy Carleton to the Hamilton
Much must be left to his (Hamilton’s) discretion, at such a distance. In the present commotion the Legislature, which has met, cannot make regulations for remote situations; the power of the sword only can be trusted to. The Indians to be kept firm. Only after the troubles are over will his presence be necessary to get the settlement in order. A copy of the minutes of all councils with the Indians to be transmitted, and everything affecting the general interests to be transmitted to the different posts. He (Hamilton) has been appointed to the Commission of the Peace for the Province at large, to apprehend and send down all guilty of criminal offences. (Page 6) – SN: 121006 (Full Text)
1777/05/16 – Quebec – E. Foy, D. A. G., to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
Forwarding ordinances, &c., passed by Legislative Council. Regulations as to the administration of justice, &c., at Detroit, must be deferred, Wants his views on these subjects. Returns of stores and of Indian licenses to be transmitted. It is impracticable to send troops to Rocheblave, Provisions are ordered; naval stores scarce. To investigate the report of the taking of a fort by the Shawanese. Lieut. Governor Abbott’s accounts. (Page 11) – SN: 121007 (Full Text)
1777/05/21 – Quebec – E. Foy, D. A. G., to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
Forwarding copy of Lord George Germaine’s letter; Lieut. Col. St. Leger has similar orders. (Page 
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1777/03/26 – White Hall – Lord George Germaine to Sir Guy Carleton
Plans for the next campaign; consideration of making a diversion by Indians on Virginia and Pennsylvania, as proposed by Hamilton. Not a doubt that Indians will readily engage. Hamilton to get together as many Indians as possible to create alarm on the frontiers of Virginia and Pennsylvania, and to encourage the loyal inhabitants to join corps on the promise of 200 acres of land. This would divide the rebels and weaken their main army, and so bring the war to a more speedy issue. Indian presents, &c., to be supplied. List sent of persons recommended by Lord Dunmore. (Page – SN: 121009 (Full Text)
1777/05/22 – Quebec – Sir Guy Carleton to Lieut. Governor Hamilton
From the 10th of August last the commanders of the King’s vessels are to be paid by the Crown, not by the contractors, and to take the oath of allegiance. Returns of their names, &c., to be sent. Only armed vessels of the Crown to navigate the lakes. Hamilton’s opinion wanted as to the traders and their loyalty or otherwise. (Page 14) – SN: 121010 (Full Text)
1777/07/02 – Quebec – Sir Guy Carleton
Circular respecting the assistance to be given in the conveyance of merchants’ goods by the King’s ships on the lakes. (Page 16) – SN: 121011 (Full Text)
1777/09/15 – Quebec – Sir Guy Carleton to Lieut. Governor Hamilton
The arrest of James Sterling. He has been allowed to give bail and to return to Detroit for his family. The pass may be extended or contracted as he. (Hamilton) thinks best for the King’s interests. Returns to be sent of the names of civil and militia (officers to be supplied with commissions. Rocheblave has drawn for his appointments. The troop withdrawn from the Illinois to save expense and Rocheblave is to·draw on Detroit after this. Has no desire for offensive operations against the Spaniards or other foreign powers, but any hostilities on their part must be opposed. (Page 17) – SN: 121012 (Full Text)
1777/09/26 – St. John’s – Sir Guy Carleton to Lieut. Governor Hamilton
The conduct of the war taken out of his St. John’s. (Carleton’s) hands, and the management on the western frontier assigned to him (Hamilton). Will have every consideration for the naval service. Orders as to the lake vessels sent to Bolton; the rules as to freights. Urges his departure from Montreal and to confer with the commissary about provisions for the upper posts before leaving. (Page 21) – SN: 121013 (Full Text)
1778/03/14 – Montreal – Sir Guy Carleton to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
The conduct of the war having been taken out of his hands, can give no orders respecting the proposed expedition against Fort Pitt. Will submit the plan to Haldimand on his arrival. The claim to Hog Island; does not think it would be advisable to grant land there to prisoners or refugees. Such grants might be made. if at all, to old settlers. (Page 22) – SN: 121014
1778/08/02 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
The reasons .for De la Motte’s long stay. (Page 24) – SN: 121015
1778/08/04 – Montreal – General Haldimand to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
Introducing Mr. de Bellefeuille. (Page 32) – SN: 121016
1778/08/06 – Montreal – General Haldimand to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
No object to be gained by taking Fort Pitt to hold it, but if there are oon-iderable magazines of provisions it might be useful to destroy it. The policy of driving back the advanced settlers. The granting of lands would give an opportunity to the rebels to introduce spies. The necessity for economy in providing for the people dependent on Detroit. A Jesuit missionary for the Indians; they might get all the property they conquer if done without expense to the king, and not interfering with the rights of the Five Nations. Militia arms to be repaired, as new ones cannot be supplied just now. The management of the lake marine placed in the hands of Col. Bolton. To endeavour to support Butler with the Five Nations. by means of the Indians from Detroit. Copies of all standing orders, &c., received to be transmitted. Regulations as to drawing money for accounts. (Page 25) – SN: 121017
1778/08/26 – Montreal – General Haldimand to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
The manner in which the Wabash Indians might bo employed in the Illinois to drive out the rebels and prevent intercourse with the French and Spanish. The parties sent from Detroit should co-operate with them. To communicate with Mr. Stuart to secure the southern Indians. Detroit will be strengthened from Niagara. Desires more substantial proof of Bentley’s guilt than what has been sent. To watch his goods for the Illinois and the disposal of goods sent by traders to Detroit. (Page 32) – SN: 121018
1778/08/27 – Montreal – General Haldimand to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton (Secret and confidential)
Relating to the best means of regaming the Illinois. (Page 37) – SN: 121019
1778/10/07 – Sorel – General Haldimand to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
The convenience and saving of expense in cultivating the ground at the posts, so that they might be nearly, if not quite, self-supporting. (Page 38) – SN: 121020
1779/04/08 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Lieut.-Governor Hamilton
The suddenness of his movement on the Illinois prevented orders being sent. Receipt of his letter with news of the taking of Vincennes; will soon see if the rebels intended to attack Detroit. Capt. Brehm sent there and to Niagara. to consult with Lernoult. Reported reduction of Georgia will probably encourage the Southern Indians: To undertake nothing considerable with- out weighing the difficulties of transport, &c. (Page 40) – SN: 121021
1779/04/08 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Captain Lernoult
Approves of the defensive measures at Detroit. Has sent Captain Brehm to ascertain the true state of things in the upper country. (Page 43) – SN: 121022
1779/06/13 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Captain Lernoult
Authorizing him to apprehend all persons abetting the rebels. (Page 45) – SN: 121023
1779/07/23 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Captain Lernoult
The astonishing consumption of rum at Detroit must be restricted. (Page 46) – SN: 121024
1780/02/12 – Quebec – Haldimand to Major DePeyster
The expenses of Indian Department at Michillimakinak enormous; desires to be informed why. The success of the scout on the Ohio should have a good effect on the Indians. Approves of employing the Wabash Indians to prevent Clark from establishing himself on the Falls of the Ohio, which would keep open communication between Fort Pitt and the Mississippi. Sinclair’s striking at the Illinois may favour operations. (Page 46) – SN: 121025
1780/05/08 – Quebec – Haldimand to Major DePeyster
To lessen the enormous expense of Indian presents, supplies will be got from England. Estimates to be sent down of goods wanted. (Page 48) – SN: 121026
1780/05/08 – Quebec – Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Owing to the death of Capt. MoDougall, Hog Island (Isle anx Cochons) is not to be disposed of, but claimed by the Crown. Mrs. McDougall will be reimbursed. (Page 49) – SN: 121027
1780/07/06 – Quebec – Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Has received letters by McComb and Perault, with intercepted letters to Cols. Clark and Todd, and report of the measures he had taken to check the rebels on the Ohio, and to take Vincennes. Approves of the steps taken with respect to encroachments of people from Kentuck, and to secure the Indians in their rights; hopes the Indians will act faithfully with Capt. Bird, but in spite of the vast treasure lavished on them, no dependence can be placed on their services. Instructions how to deal with them. To seize Frenchmen tampering with Indians and send them down in irons. Excess of prisoners to be sent down. The infamous conduct of the rebels to prisoners, especially in the case of Hamilton, would justify retaliation; he wishes to forbear, but if the number of prisoners becomes inconvenient they may be employed on the works. Desires to diminish the list of Indian officers but Du Quindre may be employed if useful. The enormous expenses for Indian goods must be checked. How it has been increased and the steps to be taken for its reduction. Journal to be kept of expenses (Page 50) – SN: 121028
1780/07/13 – Quebec – Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Has resolved to have the land cultivated at the posts to save the enormous expense of transport of provisions. The land at Hog Island to be reclaimed for this purpose. Lieut. Colonel Bolton may probably supply persons for this work. Loyalists to be employed and supplied with implements. Appraisers to be appointed to value the property for compensation to Mrs. McDougall. (Page 56) – SN: 121029
1780/08/10 – Quebec – Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Remarks on the immense expenditure .for Indians and plan for reducing it in a proper manner. Their reprehensible conduct with Capt. Bird. Complaints made against Sinclair at Michillimakinak to create jealousies. The necessity for all the commanders to work in concert. To come to an understanding with Sinclair as to claims of the Indians at St. Joseph’s. Existing rules as to trading with Saguenaut (Saginaw) Bay to be observe, except when occasion arises for modifying them. Messrs. Finchley and Fisher cannot be trusted at a distance; they are not to winter at Detroit nor to be allowed latitude in summer. (Page 58) – SN: 121030
1780/09/29 – Quebec – Captain Mathews to Major DePeyster
The General is inclined to believe Bentley to be sincere. DePeyster is to signify His Excellency s willingness to forgive the past; his small quantity of goods to pass and he himself to winter in Detroit. (Page 62) – SN: 121031
1781/01/06 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Report of La Balme’s defeat and his commission received. To study how it can be improved. It was the beginning of a general attack, which will probably now be attempted in spring. The sentiments of the Miamis little better than those of the Canadians or La Balme’s arrival would have been reported. Baubin may remain with them; he may send authentic and speedy intelligence, obtained through scouts, and to be forwarded, when received, to Brigadier Powell. Sketch of Hog Island received; approves of his arrangements of families on it and of provision for the prisoners. (Page 63) – SN: 121032
1781/04/10 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Has honoured the bills drawn for £44,962 N. Y. Cy. His concern at the amazing demands, although be is aware of the persecution of the commanders at posts from the Indians prompted by the avidity of traders. (Page 65) – SN: 121033
1781/06/24 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Has received copies of letters from Joseph Brant and Chêne; the impossibility of anything being done against Detroit or even the Indian country, the Virginians not being able to spare troops to act in conjunction with the settlers on the frontiers. It will be the fault of the Indians if they allow the settlers to establish themselves. The Indians at Sandusky are vigilant and enterprising, but so long as they are supplied with provisions from Detroit, they will wait and let the active season pass, while the enemy are effecting their purpose. Indian goods in future to be supplied from England or Quebec; economy to be observed. Requisitions will be supplied and Brigadier Powell is instructed to prohibit purchase of rum, &c. at the posts. Issues of rum to be restricted. The Indians to be informed of the supplies and restrictions. Money for Schank to pay the seamen will be sent by next opportunity. (Page 66) – SN: 121034
1781/10/06 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Reports of Brant’s success and hopes of pursuing it against Clark. Joseph’s conduct au example to the other Indians. To represent to them their ability to repel the enemy if only united. Has accepted bills for £35,225 13s. 6d., but expresses surprise at the expenditure being incurred. (Page 71) – SN: 121035
1781/11/01 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Has received estimates for Indian goods and copies of letters from McKee and Thompson, who have had to abandon the pursuit of Brant’s success, owing to the caprice of the Indians. Money thrown away on them; had an equal number joined Brant’s 100, and a company of rangers, Clark’s fate would have been decided. The Indians who dietinguished themselves with Brant should be well rewarded. (Page 73) – SN: 121036
1782/05/19 – Montreal – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Bills accepted for £17,917 1s. 6d. The trouble that be knows will be caused by the new regulations as to the Indian supplies. Brigadier Powell has transmitted letter respecting Clark’s intentions. Cannot send assistance, but does not think it will be needed. His satisfaction that the Indians are united to support their own and the rights of the Crown. Clark can have no hope of success against Detroit. To dissuade the Six Nations and Delawares from attacking Fort Pitt. To get all information respecting its strength, &c. Hopes for news of the successful return of the party sent to dislodge the Illinois settlers at Chicagou. (Page 74) – SN: 121037
1782/05/31 – Montreal – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Received intelligence by scouts who were engaged by the enemy on ,the route to Sandusky. Massacre of Christian Indians ,at Muskingum. Hopes the small detachment from Niagara will keep the spirits of the Indians till Powell can send rangers, and that the massacre at Muskingum will rouse the Indians. The capture of the boats with flour will, he hopes, encourage the Indians. Approves of the measures to relieve the remaining Christian Indians. (Page 77) – SN: 121038
1782/07/11 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Report received of the defeat of the rebels at Sandusky by the rangers and Indians under Caldwell; unfortunate that it was tarnished by cruelties on Col. Crawford and two captains, which may be prejudicial should an accommodation be in agitation; no doubt the event proceeded from the massacre of the Moravians. His abhorrence of acts of cruelty to be communicated to Indians. Respecting McKee’s application for land. (Page 79) – SN: 121039
1782/10/21 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Approves of defensive measures adopted with respect to Indian territory; is to confine himself to defensive measures so far as the safety of the post will admit. The Indians to be restrained from hostility except in defence. The list of Indian officers and pay enormous; as great reduction as possible to be made. Approves his reasons for giving up the cultivation of wheat, he is to encourage the cultivation of Indian corn. (Page 81) – SN: 121040
1782/11/01 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Brigadier .McLean to forward intelllgence from New York and instructions thereupon. Not probable that any attempt will be made against the upper country this seaeon, but if no change take place, it will be undertaken early in spring. Reinforcements cannot be seut this fall; to ascertain the enemy’s intention and have recourse early to McLean, and communicate with Captain Robertson, at Michillimakinak, as well as with Niagara. (Page 83) – SN: 121041
1783/02/14 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Report received from McKee of the destruction of a Shawanese village by Virginians, and their taking post there; is persuaded that they have retired. Six Nations determined to retaliate for the stroke at Standing Stone village, and asking assistance. By express orders he cannot comply, and the Indians are to be dissuaded, but they may be assured of support in their own defence. Is pleased that reductions are made in the Indian Department. Respecting the application for lods et ventes which he is unable to comply with. (Page 84) – SN: 121042
1783/03/12 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Received report of Indian Council; the retreat of t he rebels across the Ohio after destroying the Chilicothe village. Trusts it is the same affair as that called the Standing Stone. Every exertion to be made to prevent incursions that might be an obstacle to the desired accommodation. The propriety of keeping out scouts. The attempts of the rebels to extend their frontier in the upper country to be secured in case of peace. Approves of the chiefs being prevented from going to Quebec, and of the reductions in the Indian Department. Rocheblave to receive his allowances at Quebec. (Page 87) – SN: 121043
1783/10/30 – Quebec – General Haldimand to Major DePeyster
Owing to the absence of Maclean and the retirement of Dundas, he (DePeyster) is to take command in the upper country. Is to repair to Niagara. Hay is to go at once to his government at Detroit. The business to be left as dear as possible for him. To communicate to Capt. Robertson at Michillimakinak, so that he will correspond with Hay at Detroit. (Page 89) – SN: 121044
(The rest of the volume consists of selected letters from Lieut.- Governor Hamilton, which will be found calendared in volumes B. 122 and B. 123.) – SN: 121045