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Copy of Letter from Chief John Ross to Job R. Tyson, December 17, 1837

 Item — Folder: 278
Identifier: 4026.491

Description

Copy of letter from Chief John Ross in Washington City to Job R. Tyson suggesting that 'A publication of late events at this time would be deemed disrespectful toward the Government.' (Moulton). Single folded sheet of paper with handwritten text in ink on three pages. Folder 278

Inscription(s)

Inscribed in ink, "Copy of a letter"

Dates

  • December 17, 1837

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

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: 11 Linear Feet

Bibliography

Moulton, Gary E., ed. The Papers of Chief John Ross. 2 vols. Norman: University of Oklahoma Press, 1985. (E99 C5 R82 1985 vol. 1). Page(s): 570

Medium

ink on paper

Dimensions

Overall: 11 × 18 in. (27.9 × 45.7 cm) Folded: 11 × 9 in. (27.9 × 22.9 cm)

Source

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository

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