Date
December 18, 1890
Richard Henry Pratt discusses the case of Chester Cornelius with the Office of Indian Affairs. Pratt notes that Cornelius purchased a section of land under the Severalty Act with the intention of renting it out to support himself as he enrolled in a commercial school in Poughkeepsie, New York. However, the agent has now indicated he cannot rent the land. As a result, Pratt asks that Cornelius be given the same consideration as other Indian youth and be given an allowance of $167 to attend school.
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Location
RG 75, Entry 91, box 687, 1890-#39337
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