, 1858-01-29
Territorial LegisIature-Vth Session.
IN COUNCIL.


Upon leave Mr. Maxon introduced the
following Resolutions:
c. J. II. No. 5, relative TO the false and
malicious ISLANDERS heaped upon the citizens
and volunteers of Washington Territory
by Gen. Wool, concerning the late war in
Washington Territory.
WHEREAS, during the late Indian war in
this Ferritory, Gen. Wool, and others,
falsely and maliciously slaudered the citi-
zens and volunteer forces of this Terrific
ry, and utterly failed to give the citizens
of this Territory adequate protection by
the regular forces under his control; and
WHEREAS, the last Legislative Assembly
failed to mature resolutions condemnato-
ry of the strange and unnatural course
pursued in the late Indian war by Geh.
Wool, and Coils Wright and Steptoe,
and also failed to pass resolutions COM
mandatory of the late volunteer organi-
zation of Washington Territory; there
fore be it
ResOlred, That while we most unquali-
6edly condemn the course pursued by Gen.
Wool and Coils. Wright and Steptoe, in
the late Indian war, we respect and admire
the gallant conduct of the junior officers
Of the regular army engaged therein
ResoLred, That the people Of this Terri
tory are mainly indebted to the courage,
gallantry and discipline Of the late volun-
teer organization, for the subjugation Of
the hostile Indians west of the Cascade
mountains, aud for the restoration of peace
to our settlements And to the volunteer
organization of Washington Territory, are
the people mainly indebted for the general
peace that now prevails.
Resolred, That the patriotism evinced
and the promptness shown by men Of in
dustry, intelligence, honesty and probity,
enrolling themselves in the service Of the
Territory at the call Of the executive, the
hardships they encountered, the fatigueing
scouts they endured, the forts they erected,
the roads and trails they opened into the
enemy's country, and the victories they
achieved-often over superior numbers,
justly entitle them, officers, non-commisson.
ed officers and privates, to the unfeigned
and heartfelt thanks of this Legislature,
and the lasting gratitude of the people Of
this Territory
RcsOlred, That it is with pleasure we ac-
knowledge the zeal and efficiency displayed
by Gov. Stevens in his management of the
war; and that to the prompt and faithful
discharge of his duty, aud for his unceasing
labors and Gntiring energy, are the people
Of the Territory largely indebted, for the
tranquility that now prevails; that the war
was conducted not only with Vigor, but
with economy and good judgment, and that
10 him and the heads of departments, and
his efficient subordinate officers generally,
we tender our thanks, and those Of the
people whom we represent.
Resolved, That while condemning in the
strongest terms, the imbecle and miserable
counsels of Gen. Wool, which have pre-
vailed and which have given direction tc
the course pursued since the commencement
Of the war east Of the Cascade mountains
by the regular army, and though we honol
him for his former valuable services to oul
common country, we pity the man, and oil
low his foul ISLANDERS to fall with contempt
at our feet, and appeal with confidence tC
our kindred and fellow countrymen Of the
United States with the firm reliance Of re
ceiving justice at their hands, though it hal
been long delayed.
The resolutions read first and seconC
time, and
On motion Of Mr. La Du,
Laid on the table and 100 copies order
ed printed for the use Of the Council.
Upon leave Mr.. Van Vleet introduced
c. B. No. 4, an act relative to Prosecu
ting Attorneys
Read first time. and
On motion of Mr.. Wallace,
Referred to committee on Judiciary.
II. B. No. 81, read first and q secont
time, and
On motion Of Mr.. La Du,
Referred to q select committee. Th'
Chair appointed Messrs. La Du, Maxon
aud Wallace said committee.
IL. b. No. 8, was taken up, and
On motion of Mr.. Wallace,
Read third time and passed.
II. b. No 25, was taken up, and
On motion of Mr.. Van Vleet,
Read third time and passed.
MIR. Wiley from committee on Commerc
10 whom had been referred II b. No "a