Cumberland County Historical Society

Part of a scrapbook compiled by William Winneshiek (Winnebago), who wrote the caption: Famous Carlisle Indian School Trombone Choir of 1914.

The building originally constructed as the Leupp Indian Art Studio had been repurposed as the Alumni Hall by the time this photo was taken, sometime around 1915. The words "Alumni Hall" appear above the door on the left side of the photo.

Four men standing outside wearing football clothing. They are identified in a handwritten caption below as, from left to right: Coach Kelley, Gus Welch, John McGillis, and Pete Callac. 

This photo appears in the Carlisle Arrow on October 15, 1915. 

Studio portrait of Lyman Madison.

Part of a scrapbook compiled by William Winneshiek (Winnebago), who wrote the caption: First "All-American Boy Scout Troop" In America. Scout Organizer Red Horse and Supt. Friedman. 

Portrait of Peter Calac posed outdoors wearing football uniform.

Note: The CCHS description of this image notes Calac was captain of the football team at this time.

Group portrait of seventeen male students in uniform and one white man in uniform. 

The photo's mat bears the inscription: "To Mr. & Mrs. Corbitt, Compliments of Carlisle Officers and Mr. J. F. Duran, Dec. 1916." 

J. F. Duran was the school's Assistant Disciplinarian and there was a married couple named Corbett…

Group portrait of twenty-seven male students in uniform. 

The rug in front of the students appears to be the same as that in another photo (FB03-11) which is dated 1916. 

Part of a scrapbook compiled by William Winneshiek (Winnebago), who wrote the caption: Baseball Team Captains of Carlisle 1914 - 1917. 

The Cumberland County Historical Society has identified these students as Ambrose, Apekaum, Crane, and Johnson. It is not clear which student named Johnson the latter is. 

Part of a scrapbook compiled by William Winneshiek (Winnebago), who wrote the caption: Carlisle Dramatic Club Presents The Indian Pagent "Sweet Corn" 1917.

Studio portrait of Alice Gardner wearing non-native clothing. This image was probably taken when she graduated in 1918.

Studio portrait of Andrew Cuellar. This is probably his year book picture, class of 1918. 

Portrait of six male students in uniform, two holding flags. 

This print has annotations with the students' names. The photograph is also included on page 35 of the Yearbook of the Carlisle Indian School, 1918. That caption reads: "Color Sergeants. Charles Sutton (American flag): Alex Jorden (Carlisle Standard of red…

Part of a scrapbook compiled by William Winneshiek (Winnebago), who wrote the caption: World War Veteran, Lawyer, Athlete. Gus Welch (Chippewa). 

View of the entrace to the grounds at Pratt Avenue, with automobiles, staff residences, and Leupp Art Studio visible. 

This photograph depicts the school cemetery after it was relocated in 1927. It was taken in conjunction with a project to compile the names of those buried. The report was prepared by Paul Adams Yates, James Ramsay Humer, and William Bentz Carroll.

In "The Carlisle Indian School Cemetery: A List of Those Buried There," this photograph is…

This photograph depicts the school cemetery after it was relocated in 1927. It was taken in conjunction with a project to compile the names of those buried. The report was prepared by Paul Adams Yates, James Ramsay Humer, and William Bentz Carroll.

In "The Carlisle Indian School Cemetery: A List of Those Buried There," this photograph is…

This photograph depicts the school cemetery after it was relocated in 1927. It was taken in conjunction with a project to compile the names of those buried. The report was prepared by Paul Adams Yates, James Ramsay Humer, and William Bentz Carroll.

In "The Carlisle Indian School Cemetery: A List of Those Buried There," this photograph is…

This photograph depicts the school cemetery after it was relocated in 1927. It was taken in conjunction with a project to compile the names of those buried. The report was prepared by Paul Adams Yates, James Ramsay Humer, and William Bentz Carroll.

In "The Carlisle Indian School Cemetery: A List of Those Buried There," this photograph is…

Drawing by Charles Mat Chickeny of various animals including three birds and a goat.

Lessons on the Human Body, by Orestes M. Brands, 1883. Indian School textbook with paper cover stating "Title: Hygiene" and "The Property of the United States Indian Industrial School, Carlisle, PA." Signed in front by Lillie Smith and others and in back by Julia B. Dorris, Nettie Buckles, and Bremer.

Note: Pages scanned if they…

Map of Asia drawn by George W. Fire Thunder.

The program includes singing and recitation and other displays of acquired knowledge and speeches. The names of participating students are listed. Another part of the program was a discussion on the topic: “Should the Indians be farmers or stock-raisers?"

Drawing of Alexander Yellowman (here Elick Yellowman) of various animals including goats, sheep, and a cow.

A note on the bottom of the page reads: Elick Yellowman Araphoe boy

Correspondence discussing the appropriation of $37,500 for improvements to the Carlisle Indian School including the acquisition of the neighboring Parker farm, a new large boys’ dormitory, a school barn, and some other improvements.  A letter from Pratt explaining the need for the new facilities is included as part of the document.