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Show 5 from the difficulties which have occured during the past two seasons, hundreds of lives, and thousands of dollars worth of property have been saved, to say nothing of the suffering of the emigrants themselves,- besides, the Government, is made acquainted with facts, which will enable her to establish peace and quiet on this route in future. At present there is no difficulty on the road, so far as the Indians are concerned- but I fear the conduct of the whites may excite the Indians, and cause another outbreak. I had great difficulty, in restraining the whites, while there-I should have remained there, until the emigrants had ceased passing, but the expense of living in that country is so great, and all seemed to be quiet, that I concluded it was best for me to return and discharge my men, as they were under pay of 25$ per month-which was the lowest price at which I could engage them-those who furnished their own horses, I allowed ten dollars more, making 35$ for the services of man and horses per month. This was low, considering the price of wages, generally throughout this country. With great respect, I remain, Your Obt. Servt. J. H. Holeman Ind. Agt. U Territory Hon. L. Le£ Commissioner Ind. Affs Washington City. |
