There are some dark pages in the history of the white man's dealings with the Indians and many parts of the record are stained with the greed and avarice of those who have thought only of their own profit. But it is also true that the purposes and motives of this great government and of our nation as a whole toward the red men have been wise, just, and beneficent. The remarkable progress of our Indian brothers towards civilization is proof of it and open to all to see. During the past half century you have seen the school house take the place of the military post on your reservations. The Administration ...

Source: Voices of Freedom, 1901-1950, Educational Services: ES-1

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