The boy frankly told him. That elder brother is the same person who has been described above. The pupils have learned rapidly, and as they improve, have an increasing desire to improve. Rev. Mr. Merrill, the tribe are receiving advantages for continued improvement. They are feeling more and more the need of it.
Obstacles exist which they are laboring to remove.
It is hoped relief on this point will be obtained, by establishing a deposit for the articles manufactured by them, and in return supplying them with the means of living. In respect to religion they are in a transition state. They are a very interesting people. No one can visit them and converse with them, without deep sympathy. As a people they are honest and upright in all their dealings, and are treated with respect and kindness by the surrounding communities.