Choctaw Chiefs' Objections to U.S. Encroachment

Wishes to renew friendship with U.S., and profess that the Choctaw have never broken any faith with the Americans. Discusses the exact parameters of the boundary of Choctaw land, asks that the U.S. honor its promises to keep whites out of Choctaw country, and to respect the integrity of the country by not setting up a garrison at Chickasaw Bluffs. Another chief speaks to remind the Americans of he and other Chickasaws who allied with General Wayne's army in 1794, asks for goods promised to him and his warriors at that time, but which were not received. Other Indians speak at short length asking for passes, etc.

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