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Letter from Creek Chiefs Motey Kanard and Echo Harjo to Chief John Ross, October 18, 1861

 Item — Folder: 1133
Identifier: 4026.1327

Description

Letter from Creek Chiefs Motey Kanard and Echo Harjo at Camp Losely to Chief John Ross stating that Hopoothyahola (Opothleyahola) opposition must be 'put down at any cost.' (Moulton). One sheet of paper with handwritten text in ink on recto and verso. Folder 1133

Dates

  • October 18, 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): 496-497

Medium

ink on paper

Signed

Signed, "Motey Kanard"

Dimensions

Overall: 12 1/2 × 8 in. (31.8 × 20.3 cm)

Creator

Source

Repository Details

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

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