All we ask is that we have peace with the whites. We want to hold you by the hand. You are our father. Black Kettle Next Quote We were once friends with the whites but you nudged us out of the way by your intrigues, and now when we are in council you keep nudging each other. - Black Kettle Previous Quote We want to take good tidings home to our people, that they may sleep in peace. - Black Kettle