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57 10th of March 1873 was. I general Camby and my men pointing to Meacham and Thomas do make a compact to you Capt Jack that we on our side will not commit any act of war on our side as long as these peace councils are going if you do not commit any act of war on your side as long as we hold these peace councils. Jack riplyd. I agree to the compact. Jack further said after the compact was made. Genral Canby I want to tell you that my word is good and as solid as a big rock. I will live up to my compact with you men you will find that out you self. But if you live up to your part of the compact. I will be surprised for it will be the first time any white men will stand up to their word with us Modoc Indians. I do really hope from the bottom of my heart genral you will keep your promise within reach of your memeary from now on. the genral laughd and told Jack what he said he meant. you shall see my Brave that you are entering an agreement with a man whereupon Jack held his hand out to Canby. saying genral two men has mett. I profess to be a man. if I am nothing but an Indian