[129] The President's appointment of these commissioners bore date of June 18, 1801.
[130] This interview occurred, as shown by the Indian Office records, on the 30th of June, 1801, and was adjourned to meet again on the 3d of July.
[131] July 3, 1801. See Indian Office records.
[132] July 16, 1801. See Indian Office records.
[133] July 17, 1801. See Indian Office records.
[134] June 10, 1802. See Indian Office records.
[135] February 19, 1803. See Indian Office records.
[136] May 30, 1803.
[137] "Vann" was a half-breed of considerable ability and shrewdness, and was at this time perhaps the most influential chief among the Cherokees. His home was on the route of the proposed Georgia road, and when the road was constructed he opened a store and house of entertainment for travelers, from which he derived a considerable income.
[138] Letter of Secretary of War to governors of Georgia and Tennessee, dated November 21, 1803.