When an Indian fights, he only shoots to kill.

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

Our people could not talk with these white-faced men, but they used signs which all people understand.

We were contented to let things remain as the Great Spirit Chief made them. They were not; and would change the rivers and mountains if they did not suit them.

The Great Spirit Chief who rules above all will smile upon this land... and this time the Indian race is waiting and praying.

We gathered all the stock we could find, and made an attempt to move. We left many of our horses and cattle in Wallowa. We lost several hundred in crossing the river.

I hope that no more groans of wounded men and women will ever go to the ear of the Great Spirit Chief above, and that all people may be one people.