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.

John T. Cochrane's letter to Captain A. Pike. In the letter, Cochrane is in distress because the Choctaw business negotiations have fallen through, and the Choctaw refused to accept the bid. Cochrane is left without money, and he pleas with Captain A. Pike to help.

Note: typed transcription available.

Letter from P. Butler to William Blount regarding Mr. Allison's effort to sell Tennessee land mortgaged to Butler. Single folded sheet of paper with handwritten text in ink on three pages. Folder 1

Resolution of the General Council of the Cherokee Nation that "the whole business of the emigration of our people shall be undertaken by the Nation" with the delegation negotiating arrangements. Signatures of the delegation include Richard Taylor, President; Going Snake, Speaker; Stephen Foreman, Clerk; and Elijah Hicks. A typed transcript is included. Folder 24

Sheet regarding treaty negotiations with Col. Mason. One sheet of paper with handwritten text in ink on recto and verso. Folder 1376