These were the most numerous and powerful Indians on the west side of the Rocky Mountains.

The Shirry-dikas dwelt in the plains, and hunted the buffaloes; dressed well; were cleanly; rich in horses; bold, independent, and good warriors.

The War-are-ree-kas lived chiefly by fishing, and were found on the banks of the rivers and lakes throughout the country.

They were more corpulent, slovenly, and indolent than the Shirry-dikas, and more peaceful.

The Banattees, as we have before mentioned, were the robbers of the mountains.