[Edward Manning Ruttenber (1872)] The sachem, or more properly king, remained at all times with his tribe and consulted their welfare; he had charge of the mnoti, or bag of peace, which contained the belts and strings used to establish peace and friendship with different nations, and concluded all treaties on behalf of his people. The counselors were elected, and were called chiefs. Their business was to consult with their sacrtem in promoting the peace and happiness of their people. The title of hero was gotten only by courage and prudence in war. When a war-alliance was asked, or cause for war existed with another tribe, the sachem and the counselors consulted, and if they concluded to take up the hatchet, the matter was put in the hands of the heroes for execution. When peace was proposed, the heroes put the negotiations in the hands of the sachem and counselors. The office of owl was also one of merit. He must have a strong memory, and must be a good speaker. His business was to sit beside his sachem,-and proclaim his orders to the people with a loud voice; and also to get up every morning as soon as day-light and arouse the.people, and order them to their daily duties. The business of runner was to carry messages, and to convene councils.1 Precisely what relation the Mahlcans of the Hudson sustained to the Mohegans under Uncas, is not known.