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The Second Chief takes the Head Chief's place in his absence; otherwise, he is merely a Councillor. He is elected by the whole Tribe.
So, also, the elected Third Chief is leader only when the other two are away.
Wampum Chief or Keeper. He is not elected, but appointed for one year by the Chief. He is charged with keeping the money and public property of the Tribe, except the records. He ought to have a lock-box or small trunk to keep valuables in.
Chief of the Painted Robe or Feather Tally. He is not elected, but appointed for one year by the Chief. He keeps the tribal records, including the Book of Laws, the Roster or Roll, the Winter Count, or Record of Camps and Seasons, and the Feather Tally, or Record of Honors and Exploits. He enters nothing except as commanded by the Council. He should be an artist.
Sometimes one Councillor or Chief holds more than one office.
The Old Guide or Medicine Man is elected and appointed by the whole Tribe. He is a member of the Council without election.
Add to these the Chief of each Band or Clan in the Tribe, and all the Sachems and Sagamores (see later). These officers and Councillors form the governing body.
All disputes, etc., are settled by the Chief and the Council. The Council makes the laws and fixes the dues. The Chief enforces the laws.
All rulers are elected or appointed for one year, or until their successors are chosen. The election to take place on, or as soon as possible after, Spring Day, which is the first Sun of the Crow Moon (March 1st).
Each year an Honorary Life Member may be elected. (Whenever in doubt, follow the National Constitution.)
