He began by the usual expressions of friendship, and then proceeded to explain the object of his own party.

Those persons, however, said he, pointing to Mr.Hunt and his companions, are of a different party, and are quite distinct in their views; but, added he, though we are separate parties, we make but one common cause when the safety of either is concerned.

Any injury or insult offered to them I shall consider as done to myself, and will resent it accordingly.

I trust, therefore, that you will treat them with the same friendship that you have always manifested for me, doing everything in your power to serve them and to help them on their way.
The speech of Lisa, delivered with an air of frankness and sincerity, agreeably surprised and disappointed the rival party.
Mr.Hunt then spoke, declaring the object of his journey to the great Salt Lake beyond the mountains, and that he should want horses for the purpose, for which he was ready to trade, having brought with him plenty of goods.

Both he and Lisa concluded their speeches by making presents of tobacco.
The left-handed chieftain in reply promised his friendship and aid to the new comers, and welcomed them to his village.