Schurz, Carl, 1829-1906 to A. C. Barstow
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06009 Author/Creator: Schurz, Carl, 1829-1906 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 November 1879 Pagination: 4 p. ; 19.6 x 12.3 cm. Order a Copy
Secretary of the Interior Schurz writes to the Chairman of the Board of Indian Commissioners about the Meeker Massacre at the White River Ute Reservation in Colorado. Mentions that Special Agent General Charles Adams secured the return of women and children held as captives. Discusses reaching a settlement with Utes, arguing against an all-out war because other bands of Utes friendly to the United States might become involved. Written on stationery of the Department of the Interior.
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