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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC03002.04 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to 1765-1774 |
| Title | James Flagg to Francis Bernard regarding an individual linked to the murder of two Indians |
| Date | 20 August 1767 |
| Author | Flagg, James (fl. 1767) |
| Recipient | Bernard, Francis |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Informs Governor Bernard that Asten is "the person suspected by the Indians," for being responsible for "the Murder and Robbery of some of their Brethren." Asten was believed to be robbing the Indians of furs. Numerous people, including Indians, saw Asten with wampum and articles of Indian clothing which "appears too suspicious to pass Unnoticed." In other documents Asten's name is spelled Austin. |
| Subjects | American Indian History Crime Criminals and Outlaws Death Law Clothing and Accessories Fur Trade |
| People | Flagg, James (fl. 1767) Bernard, Francis, Sir (1712-1779) Asten, Daniel (fl. 1767) |
| Place written | Cobbeseconte, Maine |
| Theme | Native Americans; Law |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | Frances Bernard was the colonial governor of Massachusetts |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |
| Related documents | Order to sheriffs, deputies & constables to arrest Asten for murdering Indians |