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The document provides a historical account of the Menominee tribe, detailing their interactions with European settlers and the impact on their way of life. It describes the tribe's adaptation to new living conditions, such as the band system and leadership standards, as well as their struggles with farming and the subsequent shift back to hunting and fishing. The text also highlights the Menominee's religious and cultural practices, including the significance of kinship organization and totemic ancestors. Additionally, it discusses the tribe's response to white encroachment and their evolving economic activities, particularly in the fur trade and lumber industry. The document concludes with the Menominee's relocation to a permanent reservation and the challenges they faced in adapting to changing economic circumstances.