Executive Order

Object number
FIC.2020.136
Title
[BLANK]
Date
August 13 1720
Description
Order signed by Richard Nicolls and Robert Carr warning “all his majesties loving subjects whome this do or may concerne” to desist the harassment of Herman Garretts in Narragansett County. Garretts, also known as Weequsnock, is referred to as a sachem of the Narragansett tribe. The Court ruled that he had permission from authorities in Boston to maintain his residence and have common justice and protection as his majesty’s subject.
Credit Line
Newport Historical Society Collection
Documentation Type
Legislation or Decree
Object Type
executive orders