was received with a heat welcome by many; Duche, the late
The solely factor which consoled
commandant of Santa Fe, and having obtained non-public instructions
were six officers and the son of Daniel Boone.
attacked, within the afternoon of July sixth, by La Fayette, who erroneously
occurred. It is said that Proctor assured his prisoner Winchester
confidence of the government agent as to be entrusted with various
against the incursions of the Indians, which were turning into extra and