An Address to the People of New-England / Representing the very great importance of attaching the Indians to their interest, not only by treating them justly and kindly, but by using proper endeavours to settle Christianity among them

Chapter 1: AN ADDRESS TO THE People of New-England.

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The author urges New Englanders to treat the region's Native inhabitants justly and kindly and to bind them to British interests, arguing that their trade and especially their role in frontier war and peace make them strategically vital. He warns that French influence will exploit neglect, describes frontier vulnerabilities and an example of friendly Native settlements protecting nearby towns, and recommends practical measures—fair treatment, settlement along the borders, generous favors, and the propagation of Christianity—as the most likely means to secure alliance, prosperity, and safety.

AN
ADDRESS
TO THE
People of New-England.

REPRESENTING

The very great Importance of attaching the INDIANS to their Interest; not only by treating them justly and kindly; but by using proper Endeavours to settle Christianity among them.

By SAMUEL HOPKINS, A. M.
Pastor of a Church in Springfield.

I perceive that GOD is no Respecter of Persons: But in every Nation, he that feareth him, and worketh Righteousness, is accepted with him.

Apostle Peter.

Printed in Boston, 1753. Being a Conclusion to the Historical Memoirs relating to the Housatunnuk Indians; with an Account of the Methods used for the Propagation of the Gospel amongst the said Indians, by the late reverend Mr. John Sergeant.

Now recommended to the serious Consideration of the Inhabitants of Pennsylvania, and the other Colonies.

PHILADELPHIA:
Reprinted by B. Franklin, and D. Hall. 1757.