Ho-Tul-Ko-Mi-Ko (Chief of the Whirlwind), Called Silas Jefferson, Interpreter, 1877, printed 20th century
Description
Folder 23
Inscribed, "Called Silas jefferson. Official in (illegible). Is of mixed African and Creek heritage. Born in Alabama and raised among the Creeks in that state. removing with them in their present home in the Indian Territory. So to all intents and purposes one of the tribe, taking a wife from among them, and sharing all their (illegible). Was an interpreter for the loyal Creeks during the war. - Jackson (illegible)" on verso
Dates
- 1877, printed 20th century
Creator
- Charles Milton Bell (1848-1893) (Photographer, Person)
Language of Materials
Materials in English
Access Restrictions
Available by appointment only at the Helmerich Center for American Research (HCAR) with the exception of materials with donor restrictions. Contact Library staff in advance to inquire if materials exist pertaining to your research interests.
Extent
From the Collection: 1627 item(s)
Mark(s)
Stamped, "Foreman Collection" on verso
Medium
gelatin silver print
- American
- Ho-tul-ki-mi-po
- Muscogee (Creek) photographs
- Native American (culture or style) -- American Indian -- Indigenous American
- Oklahoma Native American Photographs Collection
- Photographs
- Silas Jefferson
- Silver Gelatin Print
- chief (tribal leader)
- interpreters (translators) -- interpreter
- portraits -- portrait
- studios -- studio
Creator
- Charles Milton Bell (1848-1893) (Photographer, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository
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