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Draft Copy of Chief John Ross' annual message to National Council, October 9, 1861

 Item — Folder: 1130
Identifier: 4026.1324.b-.b.5

Description

Draft copy and copy of Chief John Ross' annual message to National Council which reviews recent events, describes Cherokee Mounted Regiment, and seeks ratification of treaty with Confederacy. (Moulton). Two folded sheets of paper with handwritten text in ink on six pages. Folder 1130

Dates

  • October 9, 1861

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. 2). Page(s): 492-495

Medium

ink on paper

Signed

Signed, "John Ross"

Dimensions

Overall: 12 × 16 in. (30.5 × 40.6 cm) Folded: 12 × 8 in. (30.5 × 20.3 cm)

Source

Creator

Repository Details

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

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