Major W. A. Mercer calls attention to a previous request for 100 Form 5-155b, Extra sheets to Property Return and asks that the forms be sent promptly.
Letters/Correspondence
![Request for Blank Property Return Forms Request for Blank Property Return Forms](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3105_31524_0001.jpg?itok=qkvNWHv5)
![Notice of Death of Adelbert Williams Notice of Death of Adelbert Williams](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3106_31964_0002.jpg?itok=fej7T0wp)
William A. Mercer informs the Office of Indian Affairs of the death of Albert Williams (referred to here as Adelbert Williams) due to scarlet fever while on outing in Reading, Pennsylvania.
![Request to Build Photography Studio with Funds from Bequest Request to Build Photography Studio with Funds from Bequest](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3107_32350_0003.jpg?itok=jXv3U-me)
William A. Mercer requests to use the bequest of Harriet W. Taber to build a photographic gallery or art building at the entrance of the Carlisle Indian School.
![Response to Office Request for Dairyman Recommendations Response to Office Request for Dairyman Recommendations](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3107_32348_0001.jpg?itok=HU9MT6m4)
William A. Mercer responds to an Office of Indian Affairs request regarding his recommendation to fill the dairyman position. Mercer notes that Norman Egolf who is temporary filling the position would be his recommendation but he is not currently eligible and that he will ask Egolf to apply for papers to take the examination.
![Fanny G. Paull Expresses Her Loyalty to Carlisle Fanny G. Paull Expresses Her Loyalty to Carlisle](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3123_37075_0003.jpg?itok=wcR12Msa)
William A. Mercer responds to an Office of Indian Affairs letter forwarding a letter from Fanny G. Paull in which she expresses her loyalty to the Carlisle Indian School. Paull had been transferred from Carlisle to Haskell on the grounds of "disloyalty."
![Wise Provides Draft Proof of Kelsey Report to Office Wise Provides Draft Proof of Kelsey Report to Office](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3111_33585_0002.jpg?itok=tWdIY87W)
J. R. Wise forwards a proof copy of approximately three-quarters of the C. E. Kelsey report due to the size of the report. Wise notes that following the receipt of the proof the first sheets will be printed and the rest of the report will be set up for examination.
![Wise Replies to Office Inquiry Regarding Shipment of Wagonette to Albuquerque Wise Replies to Office Inquiry Regarding Shipment of Wagonette to Albuquerque](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3115_34518_0003.jpg?itok=L705LpuP)
J. R. Wise responds to an Office of Indian Affairs inquiry regarding the shipment of a wagonette shipped from Carlisle to the superintendent of the Albuquerque School. Wise goes through how the wagonette was shipped and ways to reduce the cost of shipment for an upcoming wagonette shipment to the Riverside School.
![Mercer Forwards Remainder of Proofs for the Kelsey Report Mercer Forwards Remainder of Proofs for the Kelsey Report](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3117_35109_0002.jpg?itok=3BPRbhNq)
William A. Mercer forwards to the Office of Indian Affairs the remainder of the revised proofs for the report of C. E. Kelsey. Mercer notes that upon the return of the proofs the school will distribute the copies and forwarded.
![Adaline Kingsley Desires to Take Matron-Seamstress Exam Adaline Kingsley Desires to Take Matron-Seamstress Exam](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3117_35108_0002_0.jpg?itok=2c9yY_4C)
William A. Mercer informs the Office of Indian Affairs that Adaline Kingsley desires to take the matron-seamstress examination and requests arrangements be made for the exam to be held under his supervision.
![Request for "Record and Qualifications" of Employees Forms Request for "Record and Qualifications" of Employees Forms](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3120_36088_0002.jpg?itok=RuIyDskl)
Major W. A. Mercer requests an additional ten blank "Record and Qualifications" of employees forms because the number received on the previous requisition was insufficient.
![Milton Zeigler to Travel to Chicago to Inspect Leather Samples in 1906 Milton Zeigler to Travel to Chicago to Inspect Leather Samples in 1906](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3120_36086_0002.jpg?itok=_apxoNOL)
William A. Mercer responds to an Office of Indian Affairs letter regarding have Milton I. Zeigler travel to Chicago to inspect samples of leather.
![Semi-Annual Efficiency Report of Employees, April 1906 Semi-Annual Efficiency Report of Employees, April 1906](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3121_36491_c6278.jpg?itok=UAMNB_0y)
William A. Mercer compiles a revised report with remarks regarding employees' efficiency, conduct, behavior, dress, health, attitude towards children, and notes on any special skills. The report lists employees' salaries and position titles as well. Also included is a letter from Mercer responding to the letter of April 16, 1906 from the…
![Mercer Discusses how to Fill Vacancies in the Blacksmith, Mason, and Assistant Matron Positions Mercer Discusses how to Fill Vacancies in the Blacksmith, Mason, and Assistant Matron Positions](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3123_37076_0003.jpg?itok=HHq0B425)
William A. Mercer refers to vacancies in the blacksmith, mason, and assistant matron positions and the salaries and job qualifications needed to fill the positions.
![Mercer Requests Authority to Pay for Burial of Adelbert Williams Mercer Requests Authority to Pay for Burial of Adelbert Williams](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3123_37074_0002.jpg?itok=k702b6mg)
William A. Mercer requests authority to pay for the expenses incurred in the burial of Albert Williams (referred to here as Adelbert Williams) who died from scarlet fever while on outing.
![Mercer Responds to Request to Return Arline and Claudia Allen Mercer Responds to Request to Return Arline and Claudia Allen](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3192_59102_0002.jpg?itok=vU6I9O3O)
William A. Mercer responds to the request to return Claudia and Arline Allen.
![Request to Appoint Henry Gordon to Assistant Tinner Position Request to Appoint Henry Gordon to Assistant Tinner Position](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3124_37745_0003.jpg?itok=Qe3srAkb)
William A. Mercer requests the position of tinner be changed to assistant tinner in order to appoint Henry Gordon to the position when his time as a student expires.
![Notice of Death of Pariscovia Fiedoff Notice of Death of Pariscovia Fiedoff](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3126_38487_0001.jpg?itok=rj5Q2_YA)
William A. Mercer reports the death of Pariscovia Fiedoff (here Pariscovia Feoderoff) due to consumption.
![Office of Indian Affairs Memos Discussing Plan to Train Students for Calvary Service Office of Indian Affairs Memos Discussing Plan to Train Students for Cavalry Service](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3128_39135_0001.jpg?itok=3yP0GI_N)
Office of Indian Affairs memos regarding discussion on a plan of William A. Mercer sent to the War Department for having the Carlisle Indian School prepare students for the U.S. Cavalry service.
![Notice of Death of Sophia Tetoff Notice of Death of Sophia Tetoff](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3131_40616_0001.jpg?itok=qdWaIYFp)
J. R. Wise informs the Office of Indian Affairs of the death of Sophia Tetoff due to consumption.
![Office Informed C. E. Kelsey's Report Sent to Office and Kelsey Office Informed C. E. Kelsey's Report Sent to Office and Kelsey](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3130_40282_0001.jpg?itok=KcHRI035)
J. R. Wise informs the Office of Indian Affairs that he has forwarded 300 copies of C. E. Kelsey to the office and 200 copies to Kelsey.
![Voucher for Dennison Wheelock Recruiting Students in 1906 Voucher for Dennison Wheelock Recruiting Students in 1906](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3131_40614_0005.jpg?itok=38RANh1C)
William A. Mercer submits voucher for the services of Dennison Wheelock in recruiting students for the Carlisle Indian School along with his explanation.
![Request to Pay Funeral Expenses of Sophia Tetoff and Pariscovia Feidoff Request to Pay Funeral Expenses of Sophia Tetoff and Pariscovia Feidoff](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3132_40818_0001.jpg?itok=nnOa-7bp)
J. R. Wise requests authority to pay for the funeral expenses of Sophia Tetoff and Pariscovia Feidoff (here Pariscovia Feoderoff).
![Schedule of Alaskan Students at the Carlisle Indian Schools Schedule of Alaskan Students at the Carlisle Indian Schools](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3134_41485_c6232.jpg?itok=Zverr0xq)
J. R. Wise submits schedules of Alaskan students at the Carlisle Indian School including those who are currently enrolled and those who have been discharged.
![Wise Addresses Continued Need for Philibert Lutz to Remain as Fireman Wise Addresses Continued Need for Philibert Lutz to Remain as Fireman](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3135_41868_0001.jpg?itok=KNIrH3Wj)
J. R. Wise informs the Office of Indian Affairs of the continued need for Philibert Lutz to remain as a fireman at the Carlisle Indian School and addresses his rating from the Civil Service exam. Wise also addresses the resignation of Stephen Albanez as a fireman.
![Wise Responds to Lillian Adams Declines Transfer to Carlisle Wise Responds to Lillian Adams Declines Transfer to Carlisle](/sites/default/files/styles/views_taxonomy/public/image-document/NARA_RG75_91_b3136_42653_0001.jpg?itok=FvABOBWS)
J. R. Wise responds to the Office of Indian Affairs regarding Lillian B. Adams has declined the transfer to the Carlisle Indian School as an assistant matron. Wise further states that if Adams makes a new application for the transfer that Carlisle would accept it otherwise no decision should be made until William A. Mercer returns.