Cherokee Chief
He was named Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation after a disputed election in 1887. It was during his administration that the Cherokee Outlet sale was negotiated. He was re-elected to a second term, but died shortly thereafter, on December 14, 1891.
| Preceded by Dennis Bushyhead |
Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation 1887–1891 |
Succeeded by C. J. Harris |
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