GERONIMO
at least they should have an account of it, for it is their earnings.
When General Miles last visited Fort Sill I asked to be relieved from labor on account of my age. I also remembered what General Miles had promised me in the treaty and told him of it. He said I need not work any more except when I wished to, and since that time I have not been detailed to do any work. I have worked a great deal, however, since then, for, although I am old, I like to work[1] and help my people as much as I am able.
- ↑ Geronimo helps make hay and care for the cattle, but does not receive orders from the Superintendent of the Indians.
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