Petition of Barnardus Swartwout on behalf of himself & others, the
owners of sundry lands at Waghahkemek, near Menissincks complaining
ill-treatment by indians who were instigated to the same by Jacob
Rutsen & company and praying that they may be protected in the
peaceable enjoyment of their possessions.
To the Hon^ble John Nasan Esq Leu Govonor & commander in chief of
provice of New York &c and the Hon^ble ^council of the land
The humble petition of Barnardus Swartwout in behalf of himself and
copartners in a new Settlement at Waghahkowock now the Minissinks.