Chapter XVII · Chapter 17

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading This Chief Blanco is a man who stands in his moccasins about five feet nine inches.

be able to spare or give up

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

later than; following

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

anew

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a quantity of money

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “apache” — any member of Athapaskan tribes that migrated to the southwestern desert (from Arizona to Texas and south into Mexico); fought a losing battle from 1861 to 1886 with the United States and were resettled in Oklahoma

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a feeling of affection for a person or an institution

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

past form of “attack” — launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

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From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a race between candidates for elective office

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

United States biologist remembered for her opposition to the use of pesticides that were hazardous to wildlife (1907-1964)

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

possessive form of “carson” — United States biologist remembered for her opposition to the use of pesticides that were hazardous to wildlife (1907-1964)

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

a person who is in charge

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

one who is the object of choice; who is given preference

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the time at which something is supposed to begin

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “consequence” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a body serving in an administrative capacity

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the trait of lacking courage

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

an artistic form of nonverbal communication

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

spoiled or ruined or demolished

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

an opposing military force

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

to the same degree (often followed by “as”)

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a social unit living together

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

an excessively polite and well-dressed boy

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading This Chief Blanco is a man who stands in his moccasins about five feet nine inches.

be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

superlative of “fine” — being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “force” — a powerful effect or influence

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

extremely impressive in strength or excellence

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

having unexpected good fortune

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

set up or found

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the head of a state government

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

someone employed to conduct others

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “herd” — a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

given to haughty disregard of others

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

ten 10s

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “inch” — a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot

From this reading This Chief Blanco is a man who stands in his moccasins about five feet nine inches.

of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

having inhabitants; lived in

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

past form of “kill” — cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

a case for containing a set of articles

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

take somebody somewhere

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

most important element

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading This Chief Blanco is a man who stands in his moccasins about five feet nine inches.

a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “measure” — any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a native or inhabitant of Mexico

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “moccasin” — soft leather shoe; originally worn by Native Americans

From this reading This Chief Blanco is a man who stands in his moccasins about five feet nine inches.

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From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

plural of “mule” — hybrid offspring of a male donkey and a female horse; usually sterile

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

killed unlawfully

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one

From this reading This Chief Blanco is a man who stands in his moccasins about five feet nine inches.

not any; not one

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

third-person singular of “oppose” — be against; express opposition to

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

above and across; more than

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

inflected form of “overtake” — catch up with and possibly overtake

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

Goods or treasure taken by force or theft, especially in war or banditry.

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

-ing form of “possess” — have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

plural of “prisoner” — a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

the activity of protecting someone or something

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “raise” — the amount a salary is increased

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

plural of “remark” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a partly sheltered anchorage

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

past form of “route” — send documents or materials to appropriate destinations

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the skin that covers the top of the head

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “settler” — a person who settles in a new colony or moves into new country

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

woolly usually horned ruminant mammal related to the goat

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

the display of a motion picture

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

having a handwritten signature

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the killing of animals (as for food)

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “stand” — a support or foundation

From this reading This Chief Blanco is a man who stands in his moccasins about five feet nine inches.

institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “surprise” — the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a member of the Pueblo people living in northern New Mexico

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

trying something to find out about it

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading This Chief Blanco is a man who stands in his moccasins about five feet nine inches.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “town” — an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

buying or selling securities or commodities

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

a track or mark left by something that has passed

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

plural of “traveler” — a person who changes location

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

plural of “treaty” — a written agreement between two states or sovereigns

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

under normal conditions

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

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From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

plural of “volunteer” — (military) a person who freely enlists for service

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

inflected form of “waylay” — wait in hiding to attack

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading The Commencement of a formidable Indian War--High-handed Measures on the Part of the Indians--The Governor of New Mexico raises five hundred Mexican Volunteers and places them under the Command of Colonel St. Vrain--Colonel Fauntleroy placed in Command of all the Forces--Kit Carson is chosen as Chief Guide--The Campaign commenced--The Trail found--The Indians are met and the first Fight and its Consequences--An Excitement in Camp--The Indians again overtaken--The return to Fort Massachusetts--Intense Cold Weather experienced--The Second Campaign--Colonel Fauntleroy surprises the Main Camp of the Enemy--The War and Scalp Dance broken up--Terrible Slaughter of the Indians--The Great Amount of Plunder taken and destroyed--Another small Party of Indians surprised and routed--St. Vrain equally fortunate in his Campaign--The Indians sue for Peace--The Council held and Treaties signed--Kit Carson opposes the making of them--The poor Protection Indian Treaties usually afford to Settlers--Kit Carson's House at Taos and his Indian Friends--His Attachment for his Family put to the test--Cowardice of a Mexican--Kit Carson's Friends as they look upon him--His influence over Indians--General remarks--Conclusion.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The Muache band of Utahs, under their renowned Chief Blanco, after trading for all the powder and lead which they required, joined the Apaches and commenced the war in earnest.

which person or people

From this reading They waylaid and murdered travelers on the roads, attacked towns, killed and made prisoners the people who inhabited them, and became so formidable that for a length of time everything was at their mercy.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading They lost no opportunity in showing their power and in possessing themselves of the finest herds of horses, mules, cattle and sheep within their reach.