their saw mill being damaged, they solcited some aid
from us to enable them to repair it; we told them
friends were inclined to assist their Indian Brethren
when they found they were disposed to labor and
assist themselves, that if they would turn out strong
we might be will to lend them some assistance
they could repay us out of their annuity.

As far as we could discern the Indians seem
to be well satisfied with our friends Absalom

&
Ruth; they have left the rpemises they first
occupied & are which was situated near the Council
Chamber & now are in possesio of the house
formerly in the occupancy of Jacob Taylor near
the Turnpike.We herewith annex an acct.
of the articles furnished Absalom for his own &
and the use of the Indians, which also includes the
85 25/100 pd to get possession of the house;
the whole amount being 449 55/100 Dollars.

As it is uncertain what accomodation the
Indians will provide for a Teacher & Absalom