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either good or bad, I know not which, they cast beads belonging to the sick person, into a stream of water; --if they swim, it is considered a good omen; if they immediately sink, the patient is considered as lost. After ascertaining that a case will terminate favorably, they pretend that a revelation is immediately made of the proper remedy.

The custom which gave rise to the expression 'Indian file', is yet observed by the Cherokees, whether on horseback or on foot. when a man and woman are travelling together, the man invariably goes in front; -- the woman following close behind. No matter how many may be travelling together, they all proceed in single file; and if there are women in company, they generally occupy a position in the rear. When Cherokees are travelling, they do not consider themselves at leisure as white people generally do; but tread away with might and main, (if on foot), without entering into any conversation of consequence. -- they frequently carry large burdens, especially the women; who also carry their infant offsprings on