thought proper to follow us to this place[.] The Shayanns and that Tribe are at war – and of course enemies[.] But the Asseneboines Indians being at peace with those of the Mississourie – they on this occasion depended upon them for protection[.] Naturally aware of this dependence the Mississourie Indians collected round the Strangers who feeling the danger attending their critical Situation kept dancing and singing their death Song[.] The Shayanns were enraged, wishing to break through the line of defence – and it was with great difficulty all lives were preserved[.] Some of the Sioux Nation who happened to be among the Shayanns took the Strangers in charge for the night[.] But there was no confidence in the Camp – a general quarrel was apprehended and all hands remained on the watch and under arms until the morning[.] Next day we had harangues upon harangues in Every direction[.] However business met with due attention – and a select party from each tribe was appointed and a shade was erected for the purpose of receiving the ceremony of adoption[.] [T]he Floor of the Shade was Strewed not only with weed & flowers

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