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  1819

the venerable chief of the Oneida tribe, who died at so advanced an age and who now lies buried by the side of your predecessor Mr Kirkland. To commemorate his virtues, and to preserve a name which ought to be had? in veneration, the Northern Missionary Society have resolved to erect a veritable monument. It is purchased and prepared and will in a few days be ready for transportation. Dr. Blatchford of Lansingburgh and myself are appointed a Committee to accompany the monument, superintend its erection, and address the nation on the occasion. We have not yet, however fully determined whether it shall be placed over