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are always annoyed by the very dregs of civilized society, who are often found hanging upon the skirts of the chiefs, and in some instances, are the associates of the most abandoned of that unfortunate people. From considerations of gain, others more respectable are induced, to excite their jealousies and awaken their apprehensions, by misrepresenting the objects of the Government, as well as the conduct of its agents. They advise councils, write Indian- talks or speeches for them, which seldom, if ever fail of betraying the feelings and vicios of the author. Had there been no such men, the memorial in question would never have been heard of, not the statements it contains have been fabricated. I have the honor to be Sir, with very great respect Your Obt. Serv. Signed, Oliver ForwardHon: James Barbour.