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.
Pratt Resignations


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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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…

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.