Pratt Resignations

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Partial Letter Thanking Pratt for Remaining at Carlisle, 1903
circa 1903

A partial letter with an unknown sender, addressed to Richard Henry Pratt, thanks him for his decision to remain at Carlisle. This is likely dated 1903, after Pratt rescinds his first resignation as superintendent of Carlisle.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Pratt Resigns Position as Superintendent of the Carlisle Indian School
February 17, 1903

Richard Henry Pratt follows up on his telegraph informing the Office of Indian Affairs of his retirement from active service with the War Department and therefore resigns as superintendent of the Carlisle Indian School. Pratt suggests Assistant Superintendent Edgar A. Allen be given temporarily responsibilities.

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Letters/Correspondence
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National Archives and Records Administration
Pratt Telegram Resigning Position as Superintendent of the Carlisle Indian School
February 17, 1903

Richard Henry Pratt notifies the Office of Indian Affairs of his retirement from active service and resigns position as Superintendent of the Carlisle Indian School.

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National Archives and Records Administration
Biddle Sends Pratt Sympathies for his Retirement, 1903
February 18, 1903

Gertrude Bosler Biddle writes to Richard Henry Pratt sending her sympathies over news of Pratt's resignation from the Carlisle Indian School, and expressing a wish that his health improve and that he remain in town.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
David Discusses Pratt's Announced Retirement from Carlisle, 1903
February 19, 1903

G. M. David writes to Richard Henry Pratt discussing news of Pratt's retirement from Carlisle, and praising his previous work.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Embick Forwards Article and Urges Office to not Accept Pratt Resignation
February 21, 1903

Milton Addison Embick forwards an editorial arguing against the treatment of Richard Henry Pratt by the War Department and urges W. A. Jones to not accept his resignation.

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Letters/Correspondence, Newspapers and Magazines
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National Archives and Records Administration
MacFadden Urges Withdrawal of Pratt's Resignation
February 21, 1903

Rev. Robert A. MacFadden writes on behalf of New England Indian friends to urge the withdrawal of Richard Henry Pratt's resignation.

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Letters/Correspondence
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National Archives and Records Administration
Teller Requests Retention of Richard Henry Pratt as Superintendent
February 23, 1903

Colorado Senator Henry M. Teller urges the retention of Richard Henry Pratt as Superintendent of the Carlisle Indian School.

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Letters/Correspondence
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National Archives and Records Administration
Brown Sends Pratt Support in Light of Resignation, 1903
February 24, 1903

Mary H. Brown writes to Richard Henry Pratt discussing his potential resignation from Carlisle due to political pressures.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Amago Expresses Regret Over Pratt Resignation, 1903
February 25, 1903

Mystica Amago writes from the Sherman Institute in Riverside, California, to Richard Henry Pratt expressing regret over his resignation from Carlisle.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Bryan Sends Pratt Sympathies on News of His Resignation, 1903
March 2, 1903

Richard W. D. Bryan writes to Richard Henry Pratt, sending sympathies over news of Pratt's resignation as superintendent at Carlisle.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Anderson Letter of Support and Inquiry to Pratt, 1903
March 5, 1903

Lucy E. Anderson writes of her outrage over Richard Henry Pratt's treatment by politicians over his management of Carlisle, and offers her support. Anderson also inquires about whether Pratt could connect his son Mason Pratt with John A. Brightwell, a youth Anderson knows.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Support for Pratt to Continue as Superintendent from Bishop McCabe
May 11, 1903

Charles C. McCabe, Bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church, writes that he hopes Richard Henry Pratt can continue in his work at the Carlisle Indian School.

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Letters/Correspondence
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National Archives and Records Administration
Bakeless Sends Pratt Sympathies for His Resignation, 1904
1904

O. H. Bakeless of the State Normal School at Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, writes to Richard Henry Pratt in two letters expressing his sympathies for Pratt's reported resignation from his role as superintendent of the Carlisle Indian School. Bakeless also congratulates Pratt on his advancement in military rank.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Berry Informs Pratt of Mercer's Attempt to Become Superintendent, 1904
May 5, 1904

Laura deRussey Berry, a former Carlisle employee, writes to Richard Henry Pratt informing him that Captain William Mercer of the Eighth Infantry is trying to use his influence to have Pratt removed from his post as superintendent at Carlisle, and to have himself named as Pratt's successor. Mercer is ultimately successful in becoming…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Mary Agnew Writes In Support of Pratt, 1904
June 18, 1904

Mary N. Agnew writes to Richard Henry Pratt in support of him in the wake of his resignation from Carlisle.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Allison Letter of Support for Pratt, 1904
June 21, 1904

Annie Moore Allison sends her regret to Richard Henry Pratt after hearing of his resignation from Carlisle in the Indian Helper.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Berry Sends Pratt Support for His Resignation, 1904
June 27, 1904

Laura deRussey Berry, a former Carlisle employee, writes to Richard Henry Pratt sending her sympathies and support in the wake of news that Pratt has resigned from the role of superintendent of Carlisle and been replaced by William Mercer. Her letter also discusses personal news with Pratt.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Brales Sends Best Wishes for Pratt's Retirement, 1904
June 29, 1904

O. H. and M. H. Brales write to Richard Henry Pratt sending him best wishes after news of his retirement from Carlisle. They also provide an update on David Haddon.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Allen Thanks to Pratt for Service, 1904
June 30, 1904

Edgar A. Allen shares with Richard Henry Pratt his appreciation for Pratt's service to Carlisle, after hearing of his upcoming resignation.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Browntree Writes Against Pratt's Resignation
July 2, 1904 - August 31, 1904

F. W. Browntree writes the Office of Indian Affairs regarding the resignation of Richard Henry Pratt from the Carlisle Indian School.

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Letters/Correspondence
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National Archives and Records Administration
Bryan Sends Pratt Sympathies on News of His Final Resignation, 1904
July 12, 1904

Richard W. D. Bryan writes to Richard Henry Pratt upon news of his resignation from the Carlisle Indian School, sending detailed views of Pratt's work during his time at the school.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Allen Updates Pratt on Report Progress, 1904
August 7, 1904

Edgar A. Allen writes to Richard Henry Pratt informing him of the status of files used during an investigation into Carlisle's operations, as well as the results of discussions with Mr. Fox and Mr. Ambrose about their testimony for the investigation.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Allen Informs Pratt of Location of Charity Ledgers, 1904
August 11, 1904

Edgar A. Allen informs Richard Henry Pratt of the location of the two Charity ledgers that are currently the subject of an investigation, noting that they are with the Acting Secretary of the Interior.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Ahern Regrets Over Pratt Resignation, 1904
August 31, 1904

M. E. Ahern, Editor at the Public Libraries Publishing Bureau in Chicago, expresses regret over hearing of Pratt's resignation from the Carlisle Indian Industrial School and requests further information.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library