Indian chief

Indian chief
The leader of a tribe. That officer of an Indian nation, such as the Cherokee Nation, who discharges the duties which usually pertain to the office of governor. Whitsett v Forehand, 79 NC 230, 233.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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