Proclamation by the governor : Whereas, it is made known to me by reliable information, from affidavits ... in this Territory, a horde of Mexicans, or outlandish men ... stirring up the Indians to make aggression ...Therefore, I , Brigham Young, Governor and Superintendent of Indian Affairs for the Territory of Utah ... hereby order and direct as follows .

Campaign to be waged against Mexicans and "outlandish men" who were infesting the settlements, selling guns and ammunition to the Indians, etc.