Today in Chickamauga History - September 4
1799, September 4: Reports Indian Talks, Request for American Flag - Reports recent meeting with Double Head and another Cherokee chief with himself and Colonel Butler. The Cherokee nation promises to stop plundering and to live in friendly terms with the whites. The Indians complained of the high prices of their supplies, due to the European war, according to Butler. Referred to the law of 26 June 1794 regulating trade. Reports account drawn up for John Chisolm by William Simmons. The Cherokees have requested a U.S. flag, which Henley requests from McHenry. Agricultural endeavors are slow. – Notable Person/Group: Double Head, John Chisholm - https://wardepartmentpapers.org/s/home/item/70836