I saw that the war could not be prevented. The time had passed.

I only ask of the government to be treated as all other men are treated.

Some of you think an Indian is like a wild animal. This is a great mistake.

Governor Isaac Stevens of the Washington Territory said there were a great many white people in our country, and many more would come; that he wanted the land marked out so that the Indians and the white man could be separated.

I am tired of talk that comes to nothing.

I will obey every law, or submit to the penalty.

Good words will not give my people good health and stop them from dying. Good words will not get my people a home where they can live in peace and take care of themselves. I am tired of talk that comes to nothing. It makes my heart sick when I remember all the good words and broken promises.