John T. Cochrane's letter to J. B. Luce gives an update about the removal of Cooper as Indian Agent. Cochrane’s letters also introduces the new Indian Agent named Richardson from Missouri. Tensions about whether the Choctaw will continue to support the cause of the Union versus the Confederacy is discussed, and Cochrane explains how much money it has taken to keep the Choctaw on the side of the Union.

Note: typed transcript is available.