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Walker describes the death of Daniel Hodges. The deceased found religion three to four weeks prior to his death. Brother Thompson preached the funeral sermon. Walker is deeply engaged in lawsuits with John Carey (Brother Isaac's executor) and J.Chaffee (guardian of Isaiah, Brother Isaac's son and heir). Walker next provides a detailed description of the conviction and execution of Black Chief's son. While intoxicated, the young man murdered John Barnett's brother. The murderer was arrested, tried, and sentenced to execution. Gray Eyes and Little Chief were appointed chaplains. Three Christians and three pagans were selected as executioners. Walker expects that the Wyandots will remove west of the Mississippi because of ill-treatment by the present administration. Abstract Number - 1032
Abstract Number
1032
Publication Date
4-22-1831
City
Upper Sandusky
Keywords
William Walker Letters; Wyandot Mission Letters; Murder; Execution; Indian Removal
Recommended Citation
Walker, William, "Letter from William Walker to James B. Finley" (1831). Finley Letters. 1016.
https://digitalcommons.owu.edu/finley-letters/1016