Description Draft copy and final copy of letter from Chief John Ross to White Catcher and 12 other Cherokee stating Lewis Ross, William Potter Ross, and John W. Stapler have been sent West to confer with them on relief efforts. (Moulton). Folded sheets of paper with handwritten text in ink on eleven pages. Folder 1176 Inscription(s) Inscribed in ink, "Copy of a Communication to Capt. of Cherokee Troops + other Citizens of the Nation in behalf of the...

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Seven unidentified sheets reciting history of Cherokee refugee problem. Also describing condition of people and asking 'Excellency' to initiate investigation of losses and damages and required relief, and to examine other matters. Seven single sheets of paper with handwritten text in ink on the recto of each sheet. Folder 1176