Death, Too, For The-Heavy-Runner by Ben Bennett pg.137-138

Montana's Congressman Cavanaugh enthusiastically echoed McCormick's sentiments. "I endorse the order of General Phil Sheridan," he told the House. "I endorse the act of General Hancock. I endorse the conduct of Colonel Baker." "I desire to ask the gentleman," interrupted Congressman George Hoar of Massachusetts,"if he means to say that he approves the killing of these women and children in cold blood, when there were no arms in their hands.""I will answer the question fairly and squarely," replied Cavanaugh, "in the words of General Harney after the battle of Ash Hollow, years ago...they are nits, and will become lice. I endorse...the act of Colonel Baker." 
-Death, Too, For The-Heavy-Runner by Ben Bennett pg.137-138