Bacon leads forces as Indian trouble eases at Walker
General Bacon and most troops arrive at Walker Minnesota after a day of clashes. White flags appear along the lake signaling surrender while reports describe the Pillager band as beaten and needing no reinforcements. Two imprisoned Indians escape from Walker jail prompting renewed resistance rumors and testimony actions.
Six of General Bacon's Men Slain and Eleven Wounded
The Tribune reports from Walker Minnesota on fighting with Pillager Indians near Bear Island. Casualties include Major Milville Wilkinson and six others killed. nine wounded soldiers and several wounded civilians. Bacon uninjured. two hundred seven Third infantry picked men arrived with Krag rifles Gatling gun and five days rations.
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Indian witness incites others in Pillager trouble tale
Chicago Oct 7 report adds details on Leach Lake disturbances. A year ago a white man was arrested for selling liquor to Indians. United States marshals seized Min-jon-Dale a Pillager Indian from Bear Island who previously drew notoriety by killing Chief Holo.
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Fighting on Bear Island Leaves Bacon’s Command in Doubt
Reports from Walker Minnesota on October 7 say General Bacon’s force on Bear Island remains in combat, with casualties including Major Wilkinson and six privates plus an Indian policeman dead and thirty Indians killed. Reinforcements may arrive slowly as signals fail and fate of the battle is uncertain.
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