A History of Oregon, 1792-1849 Drawn From Personal Observation and Authentic Information
CHAPTER LIX.
Continuation of Miss Bewley's evidence.--The priests refuse her protection.--Forcibly taken from the bishop's house by Five Crows.--Brouillet advises her to remain with her Indian violator.--Indecent question by a priest.--Mr. Brouillet attempts to get a statement from her.--Two questions.--Note from Mrs. Bewley.--Bishop Blanchet's letter to Governor Abernethy.--Comments on the Jesuits' proceedings.--Grand council at the bishop's.--Policy in forcing Miss Bewley to Five Crows' lodge.--Speeches by Camaspelo and Tilokaikt.-- Killing of Elijah and the Nez Percé chief commented on.--The true story told.--Dr. White's report.--The grand council again.--Review of Brouillet's narrative.--Who were the real authors of the massacre. Page 497