These are afterwards attached to his war dress, and worn as proofs of his prowess.

The victorious party, during a certain time, blacken their faces and every part of their dress in token of joy, and in that state they often come to the establishment, if near, to testify their delight by dancing and singing, bearing all the horrid insignia of war, to display their individual feats.

When in mourning, they completely cover their dress and hair with white mud.
The Crees in the vicinity of Carlton House have the same cast of countenance as those about Cumberland, but are much superior to them in appearance, living in a more abundant country.

These men are more docile, tractable, and industrious, than the Stone Indians, and bring greater supplies of provision and furs to the posts.

Their general mode of dress resembles that of the Stone Indians; but sometimes they wear cloth leggins, blankets, and other useful articles, when they can afford to purchase them.