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Draft Copy of Letter from Chief John Ross and Assistant Chief Joseph Vann to Creek Chiefs Motey Kennard and Echo Harjo, October 20, 1861

 Item — Folder: 1135
Identifier: 4026.1329-.2

Description

Draft copy of letter from Chief John Ross and Assistant Chief Joseph Vann to Creek Chiefs Motey Kennard and Echo Harjo advising against the use of force against Opothleyahola and urging pursuit of peace; meeting of Cherokee delegation with him described by Chief's name is spelled Opothleyahola says Moulton. Single folded sheet of paper with handwritten text in ink on four pages. Second sheet is a single sheet with handwritten text in ink on recto and verso. Folder 1135

Dates

  • October 20, 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): 497-499

Medium

ink on paper

Signed

Signed, "John Ross"

Dimensions

Overall: 12 × 15 in. (30.5 × 38.1 cm) Folded: 12 × 7 1/2 in. (30.5 × 19.1 cm)

Source

Creator

Repository Details

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

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