In a message dated 9/14/00 7:43:11 PM Eastern Daylight Time, derick@twave.net writes: << One of our Hartshorne brethren, Richard Hartshorn, a prominent Quaker fleeing England, settled in Monmouth Co., New Jersey. He initiated many friendships with the Lenape and he speaks kindly of them in many existing letters. There is still exists a deed with his signature next to that of several Lenape chiefs. >> Hi Derick, Yes the Quaker people were very helpfuf to Native Americans and African Americans as well. In the early days of our history, some of the Quakers would try and teach the NA. They went were others would not.They took care of sick NA children and alot of times at risk of their own life.They were a big help with the Underground Railroad, bring slaves to freedom. And many times giving them a job on Quaker farms.Yes I also agree that alot of credit goes to our Pioneers of yesterday. Thank You for your post. Mary Jane, Bright Star