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Any treaty made now by civilians, Indian agents, or others, will, in my opinion, amount to nothing, as the Indians in all the tribes openly express dissatisfaction with them and contempt for them.
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Dodge critiques civilian treaties with Native Americans, arguing they lack effectiveness due to distrust from the tribes.
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The national honor never has, never can, and never will be protected by such methods.
It is the duty of every companion here, as well as of every good citizen, to enter his protest against these unjust attacks.
In view of all the facts, I must doubt the sincerity of those who are seeking to bring discredit upon our little Army, the marvellous efficiency of which has won the admiration of the world.
Have you, or any one else, ever heard a single word of protest from these people or any one connected with them against the revolting cruelties of the enemy in the Philippines?
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