The Following is a Copy of the Official Correspondence of Capt. Samuel Appleton, Whilst in Command on Connecticut River, During Philip's War, in the Year 1675. They Afford a Lively Picture of the Dangers of the Time, a Fair Specimen of the Mode of Thinking and Writing, and an Interesting Exhibition of Individual Character ; and Will We Think, be Read with Pleasure by Those who Listened to the Able and Excellent Address of Mr. Bliss. ... His Descendants Now Reside in Boston, and We are Indebted to the Politeness of One of Them for These Letters. The Original Letters are on File in the Office of the Secretary of State, and Have, We Believe, Never Before Been Published. ...
