Name/Title
Transcript of Doc Maynard Letter dated November 12, 1855Entry/Object ID
2020.002.16cScope and Content
Transcription of Doc Maynard Letter dated November 12, 1855. See transcription of Doc Maynard Letter dated November 4, 1855 (2020.2.16.3a-c).
Letter from David S. Maynard, in Seattle, to son (Henry Maynard). Maynard indicates that he has received Henry’s letter. Maynard describes four neighbor families that were massacred. He describes the forces in the field, and that help is coming from California. Several war ships are in place for protection. Maynard mentions that the Indians will fight, but they must be conquered. Maynard discusses some improvements on his farm. He urges Henry not to come to Seattle until peace is restored. Maynard indicates that they have a fort and protection where most families shelter every night.
Keywords:
Indians
Illinois
Frances Maynard
Massacre
Colville
Gold Mine
War
California
US Sloop of War Decatur
Jefferson Davis Cutter
Steilacoom
Indian Agents
Puget Sound Treaty War
Ketat Indians
Surveyor General
Goldsborough
Fort
Mr. Smith
Milton, Illinois
Cottage Grove
Pike County, Illinois
ChicagoCollection
Braaten Collection
