First Lieut. A. OC. Wildrick to G. Wright, September 1, 1861
Col. G. WRIGHT, Vancouver, Wash. Ter.:
SIR: From reports from persons residing east of the Cascade Moun. tains it would seem there are fears of a general outbreak of the Indians inhabiting that section of country. A combination of these Indians for the purpose of a war upon the whites would at this time be very disastrous to both Oregon and Washington Territory. I, of course, feel much solicitude in this matter, and have proposed to visit The Dalles at an early day and obtain such information touching the hostile sentiments of the Indians as may be elicited at that place. I have, however, thought it proper to address you this note and respectfully inquire whether the forces under your command are sufficient to force these Indians to keep the peace, and if the country may rely upon your action for protection.
Very respectfully, yours, &c.,
First Lieut. A. OC. WILDRICK,
Third Artillery, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General,
Fort Vancouver, Wash. Ter.:
have the honor to report that I have caused the Cascade Indians to move from the Upper to the Lower Cascade, in order that I might keep
a more strict surveillance over their movements and actions, and also
over the movements of any strange Indians who might visit them. I