their ancient mode of living than some others
Possessing a vast extent of country which abounds in
wild animals upon which they have been accustomed
to feed, they are under less necessity of resorting to
agriculture, than those tribes which are surrounded by
the settlement of white people, nevertheless upon a
review of the progress made towards the accomplishment
of the object of their appointment, the committee believe
there is cause of encouragement for Friends to persevere
in this truly laudable and interesting work and that
although they may still have discouragements and
difficulties to encounter, yet they trust the work is pro
gressing and that their labours will ultimately succeed

Balto. 1 mo 12th 1812

At a Meeting of the Committee 2 mo 2 1812

present 14 members

The sub committee were desired to write
to our members west of the mountains & Request
them to engage a person to compleat the Mills
at Waupaukanetta

as early as the weather
will admit in the Spring and also to desire them
to forward on to the committee the amount
and items of expence incured, and to engage
a suitable person who will remain at the
settlement to take charge of the Mills when
completed and instruct the Indians in the
management of them, and give them such advice
& assistance in their agriculture as may appear
necessary
Then adjourned