August 31, 1869
Department of the Interior
Washington, D. C.
Sir: I have the honor to transmit herewith a report of the Commissioner of Indian Affairs of the 28th instant, and accompanying papers, in relation to proposed changes in the Santee Sioux Indian Reservation, as therein suggested, and respectfully recommend that the President order the restoration to market of certain lands designated in the Commissioner's report, and the withdrawal from sale of the lands therein described.
With great respect, your obedient servant,
J. D. Cox, Secretary
August 31, 1869
Washington
The within recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior is hereby approved, and the necessary action will be taken to carry it into effect.
U. S. Grant