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the United States.

"Second: That General Crook, the respondent, being the commander of the military department of the Platte, has the custody of the relators under color of the authority of the United States, and in violation of the laws thereof.

"Third: That no rightful authority exists for removing by force any of the relators to the Indian Territory, as the respondent has been directed to do so.

"Fourth: That the Indians possess the inherent right of expatriation as well as the more fortunate white race, and have the inalienable right to "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness", so long as they obey the laws and do not trespass on forbidden ground.

"Fifth: Being restrained of liberty under color of authority of the United States, and in violation of the laws thereof, the relators must be discharged from custody, and it is so ordered."

CHAPTER XI

The Order of Release - Standing Bear's Farewell Addresses

A few days after the decision, Gen. Crook received an order from the Secretary of War ordering the discharge of Standing Bear and his companions. The day before he was to leave, the editor went out to bid him good-bye. The old chief said he had something to say that he did not wish