[DOWNLOAD] Among the Sioux of Dakota (1881) by Dewitt Clinton Poole ~ Book PDF Kindle ePub Free

An "extremely well written and entertaining account of these Indians." -The Literary World, 1881In 1869 DeWitt Clinton Poole (1828-1917), was appointed by General Sherman an "Agent for the Sioux Indians," and was stationed in Whetstone Creek Reservation in Dakota Territory.In 1881 he published "Among the Sioux of Dakota"---an interesting narrative by an army officer, of his experiences among the Sioux; he describes their character and mode of life, the difficulties arising from their relations with the white settlers, and the perplexities encountered in the administration of the agency system. Written in a spirit of fairness, and appreciation of the good traits in Indian character.The author gives a comprehensive account of what he knows, having passed eighteen months among the Sioux as Agent for Indians in the Sioux District, Whetstone Creek, Dakota Territory, and pays a just tribute to the simple form of government of this noted tribe of Indians; their patriarchal surroundings; their hospitality; the bravery and endurance of the men, and the virtue and faithfulness of the women; and pictures them when removed from disturbing influences, living in quiet and peaceful contentment, easily persuaded and governed.Touching upon the various duties of the Indian Agent, beyond the bounds of civilization, isolated from the association and comforts of a home, and tormented by some of the worst specimens of white humanity, the author shows very clearly how the credulity of the Indian is imposed upon, and the good effects of honorable dealing neutralized, often traduced and vilified by these bad white men, whom he (the agent) may have thwarted in some nefarious scheme, and denies the allegation that association with the Indian leads to dishonesty.His station was at Whetstone, the junction of a creek of that name with the Missouri River. It was under his escort that Spotted Tail and his party made their memorable visit to Washington and New York in 1870, Captain Poole returning with them to Dakota, and completing a term of eighteen months’ service in his capacity of Indian Agent.