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Show point the women were confined at present, but promised to get the information on their relief. It is thought by many that there are white men engaged with these Indians, as until very recently, they have been considered as the most worthless and cowardly tribe in the whole country. I addressed a letter on this subject to W. John Owens, Ind. Aft. at or near Fort Hall, advising him of this information I had received and requesting him to make such inquiries as will enable him to ascertain whether this report is to be relied on or not-and if necessary, promise my aid in any effort to recover them from captivity. The tribe to:/which the Indians who have committed this act of barbarity, beong, claim a boundary of land lying in this, as well as Oregon Territory. The short time since I entered upon the duties of my office no documents or papers coming into my possession, Jy which I could get information, it has placed it out of power to be as well informed as I could wish, and hope to be in future. Should the weather permit, I hope to be able to visit several tribes this winter, when I shall have it in my power to give you further information. Should I receive information relative to the captivity of these white women, their whereabouts, etc. I should like to be instructed what course to pursue. herewith, you will please find a report of expenses, incured in travelling to this city from my residence in Kentucky also, the expenses of my trip with the Snake Indians to this treaty at Fort Laramie, with the amount of present, etc. given to the Indians. As well as a statement of property now on hand. Very Respectfully, |