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Subject Source: Gilcrease Dci People

Found in 1868 Collections and/or Records:

Letter from Dr. W. W. Campbell to John Drew concerning tooth ache, mid-19th century

 Item — Folder 598: [Barcode: 61.598]
Identifier: 4026.1111
Description

Dr. W. W. Campbell informed Mr. John Drew that he did not have two of the remedies inquired about but did not think those would work any way. Dr. Campbell did have nitric acid and that was recommended to kill the nerve. Dr. Campbell would come down with the antidote and if that did not work he would extract the tooth. Folder 598

Dates: mid-19th century

Letter from E. A. Hayes to W. G. Robinson concerning permits for farm laborers, January 20, 1879

 Item — Folder 445: [Barcode: 61.445]
Identifier: 4026.2031
Description

Letter from E. A. Hayes, Commissioner for the Department of the Interior, Office of Indian Affairs who was in Washington. Hayes informed W. G. Robinson that he had received his application for farm laborer permits but needed testimonials of character and fitness to be in Indian Country before the permit could be granted. Letter signed, E. A. Hayes. Folder 445

Dates: January 20, 1879

Letter from E. Hicks at Comanche-Peak, Texas to John Drew, March 17, 1846

 Item — Folder 89: [Barcode: 61.89]
Identifier: 4026.1590
Description

Letter from E. Hicks at Comanche-Peak, Texas to John Drew describing his visits with Comanches, Wichita, Waco, Caddo and Tawakonis. Letter also mentions Governor Butler, Mr. Doodey and Judge Hicks. Folder 89

Dates: March 17, 1846

Letter from Eliza to her brother concerning travels home, December 14, 1883

 Item — Folder 513: [Barcode: 61.513]
Identifier: 4026.2095
Description

Eliza asked her brother for help traveling home and what she should do. The letter was written in Alluwe, previously known as Lightning Creek, Indian Territory. Letter signed "Eliza". Folder 513

Dates: December 14, 1883

Letter from Em Hanks to Mrs. Drew requesting her and Emma's presence, mid-19th century

 Item — Folder 598: [Barcode: 61.598]
Identifier: 4026.3113
Description

Em Hanks informed Mrs. Drew that Mrs. Fowler had left in haste so she was taking the responsibility in sending for her and Emma. Letter signed Em Hanks. Folder 598

Dates: mid-19th century

Letter from Emma McCorkle addressed to Hubby concerning family news, February 20, 1894

 Item — Folder 564: [Barcode: 61.564]
Identifier: 4026.3079
Description

Emma wrote from Muskogee, Indian Territory to her husband, J. L. McCorkle. David was staying at the restaurant and the children were in school which made Emma lonely. She got a new machine and planned to spend some days sewing. Letter signed Emma. Folder 564

Dates: February 20, 1894

Letter from Emma Robinson to her husband William concerning plowing, horses, and Johnny., May 27, 1885

 Item — Folder 528: [Barcode: 61.528]
Identifier: 4026.3008
Description

Emma Robinson wrote from Webbers Falls to her husband who was on a trip and at the Sac and Fox Agency. Folder 528

Dates: May 27, 1885

Letter from Esther P. Butler to Mrs. Drew concerning Emma's illness, February 21, mid-19th century - late 19th century

 Item — Folder 598: [Barcode: 61.598]
Identifier: 4026.3114
Description

Esther P. Butler wrote Mrs. Drew from Van Buren on Sabbath morning, February 21st. Emma now had whooping cough and pneumonia. She was being seen by Dr. Dibrell. The letter invited Mrs. Drew to come down but if she did not they would keep her updated. Letter signed Esther P. Butler. Postscript signed E. P. B. Folder 598

Dates: February 21, mid-19th century - late 19th century