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Subject Source: Gilcrease Object Names

Found in 7606 Collections and/or Records:

Unsigned letter written in Clover Mound addressed to dear Brother & Sister concerning new baby, January 8, 1878

 Item — Folder 435: [Barcode: 61.435]
Identifier: 4026.2022
Description

Letter is unsigned however, the writer of the letter was delighted to learn that the new baby was named for her. The new baby's name was Mary. The writer's name was Mary but often went by Mollie, see 4026.2023. She requests a picture of the baby and for her brother to return the picture of herself and she would send a larger one. The letter then gives more family and local news. Folder 435

Dates: January 8, 1878

Unsigned Typed Letter, late 19th century - early 20th century

 Item — Folder Unknown: [Barcode: 255.Unknown]
Identifier: TU2009.39.653
Description

Unsigned typed letter, very brief, asking such questions as, "How could an Indian lover paint such un-Indian-looking orientals?...How is Jack?...Steve is fine, but fighting hard to keep from flunking."

Dates: late 19th century - early 20th century

Unsigned typed letter to Hamilton Holt concerning the Indian situation in Oklahoma and Mr. Mott, December 17, 1913

 Item — Folder 588: [Barcode: 61.588]
Identifier: 4027.3097-.1
Description

Hamilton Holt was the editor of The Independent in New York City. The letter included an article concerning the work of Mr. Mott. Mr. Mott was a Creek Attorney who attempted to protect the causes of the Indians. Folder 588

Dates: December 17, 1913

When guns were their Pasport, late 19th century - early 20th century

 Item — Folder Unknown: [Barcode: 255.Unknown]
Identifier: TU2009.39.538
Description Handwritten description of the picture, 'When guns were their Pas[s]port' signed by Charles M. Russell. Alternate Title When Guns were Their Passport (Original spelling by Charles M. Russell, 'When guns were their Pasport') Transcript When guns were their Passport This picture shows three prospectors who have met a large band of Indians since Columbus landed the whits have ...
Dates: late 19th century - early 20th century

William Wirt's Letter of Introduction and Recommendation of Mr. Putnam to Chief John Ross, August 6, 1838

 Item — Folder 391: [Barcode: 187.391]
Identifier: 4026.614
Description

William Wirt's letter of introduction and recommendation of Mr. Putnam to Chief John Ross. Folded sheet of paper with handwritten text in ink on two pages. Folder 391

Dates: August 6, 1838

Zachary Taylor Papers

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: MC.1964.203
Collection Overview The Zachary Taylor Papers are a collection of nine letters written by the military man and eventual President of the United States, Zachary Taylor. He was well known for his involvement in the Mexican-American War, though he died in the White House before his term of office could be completed. The letters deal chiefly with Native American affairs. For example, in one letter written from Fort Crawford, Prairie du Chien, July 19, 1836, he remarks about the deplorable condition of the Native...
Dates: 1836-1848