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Later, she told them.

“Here’s what this Meacham says:;

General Grant, President of the United States, and Eli Parker, Indian Commissioner, have given instructions to have all the Indians in the United States removed onto Reservations. The Great Soldier Chief General Sherman has proclaimed that all the Indians running at large and without passes should be looked upon as enemies…. It is the policy of the Government to send a citizen first to go and see all the Indians with peace in his mouth. I go to see all the Indians in this country. Those that open their hearts and take my advice will be well-treated.”