Armstrong, Samuel Chapman

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Armstrong Discusses Terms for Pratt's Indian Students, 1878
January 26, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong writes to Richard Henry Pratt discussing the costs and terms for six Indian students under Pratt's care at the Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute, including fees, working wages, and hours. Armstrong also discusses the challenges of running Hampton, and asks whether the potential students could be brought from…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Corrects Error for Fees, 1878
January 28, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong notifies Richard Henry Pratt of a calculating error in a previous letter about student fees at Hampton. Armstrong also asks whether Pratt himself can come with his students to Hampton.

Note: This letter is misdated 1877, but it is actually from 1878, referencing a previous letter. See the letter "…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Asks Pratt to Write to Bishop Whipple, 1878
February 23, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong writes to Richard Henry Pratt informing Pratt of a letter written by Bishop H. B. Whipple and forwarded to Armstrong by Elizabeth Farmer. Armstrong asks Pratt to write to Bishop Whipple for support and to invite him to visit Hampton.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Plans for Arrival of Pratt's Students, 1878
March 1, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong writes to Richard Henry Pratt confirming plans for the arrival of ten of Pratt's students under the care of Mr. Caruthers, and discusses scholarships for those students.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Informs Pratt of Washington Telegram, 1878
August 1, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong informs Richard Henry Pratt that he has received a telegram from Washington, indicating that a previously sent letter was not received and that Commissioner of Indian Affairs Ezra Hayt is opposed to educating Indian girls. Armstrong notes that he will go to Washington to discuss the matter in person.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Encourages Pratt to Propose School Ideas to Hayt, 1878
August 18, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong writes to Richard Henry Pratt encouraging him to write to Commissioner of Indian Affairs Ezra Hayt to share Pratt's ideas about an Indian school. Armstrong provides some advice to Pratt about downplaying Pratt's views about Indian girls' education, how to find political allies in Washington, and how to play towards Hayt…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Informs Pratt That Recruitment Can Begin, 1878 [Version 1]
August 26, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong writes to Richard Henry Pratt informing him that Commissioner of Indian Affairs Ezra Hayt has approved Pratt's idea to recruit Indian youth to attend the Hampton Institute. Armstrong discusses the construction of a new building to house them, and asks Pratt to have photographs taken of the party for promotional purposes…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Informs Pratt That Recruitment Can Begin, 1878 [Version 2]
August 26, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong writes to Richard Henry Pratt informing him that Commissioner of Indian Affairs Ezra Hayt has approved Pratt's idea to recruit Indian youth to attend the Hampton Institute. Armstrong discusses the construction of a new building to house them, and asks Pratt to have photographs taken of the party for promotional purposes…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Forwards Pratt Letter of Concerns, 1878
August 29, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong writes to Richard Henry Pratt enclosing a letter of concerns, potentially from Diggs, about Indian education. The enclosure is not included in this file, but Armstrong outlines some of the concerns, including that "we'll spoil the Indians" as well as opposition to industrial training and the southern location of Hampton…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Authorizing Travel Expenses for Pratt, 1878
August 31, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong writes to Richard Henry Pratt authorizing travel expenses for Mrs. Pratt and Etadleuh to recruit Indian youth for Hampton alongside Pratt. Armstrong also discusses some opposition that he and Pratt will face in their work.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Encourages Pratt Ahead of Recruitment Trip, 1878
September 2, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute sends Richard Henry Pratt encouragement ahead of a recruitment trip to the West, and suggests using photographs from Hampton to help in his efforts.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Sends Photographs to Pratt, 1878
September 4, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong writes to Richard Henry Pratt informing him that he telegraphed instructions for Pratt to be sent a complete set of Hampton Institute photograph to be used in his recruitment efforts. At this time, Pratt was preparing or had already left on a recruitment trip. Armstrong also notes that he sent a photograph to Spotted…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Sends Pratt Expense Information, 1878
September 7, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute sends Richard Henry Pratt information on expenses for his recruitment trip in the West. Armstrong also notes that he cannot visit Carlisle yet, but will plan to do so.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Discusses Indian Welfare with Pratt, 1878
September 9, 1878

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute writes to Richard Henry Pratt discussing school management elements including the "bodily welfare" of Indians.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Preference that Pratt Stay at Hampton to Assist with Indian Students
December 20-30, 1878

Hampton Institute Principal Samuel Chapman Armstrong responds to Commissioner of Indian Affairs E. A. Hayt's inquiry regarding the need for Captain Richard Henry Pratt to stay at Hampton to help care for and manage the Indian students. Armstrong states that it would be best for the Indians and Hampton for Pratt to remain at the school.

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Letters/Correspondence
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National Archives and Records Administration
Armstrong Informs Pratt of Secretary of War Transfer Wishes, 1879
January 21, 1879

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute writes to Richard Henry Pratt informing him that the Secretary of War wishes to keep Pratt at Hampton, while General Sherman wishes to have him transferred back to regular army service. Armstrong discusses the possibility of the Army Bill being used to create an office of Indian education in the…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Request to Recruit Dakota Students for Hampton
June 2, 1879

Hampton Institute Principal Samuel C. Armstrong states that they are currently educating 38 Indian boys and only 9 Indian girls, so he requests that they recruit 20 Dakota female Indian students. He requests that, if his wish is granted, Captain Richard H. Pratt be sent to secure the students and that he be allowed to bring back no more than…

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Letters/Correspondence
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National Archives and Records Administration
Armstrong Sends Pratt Memo on Student Capacity, 1879
June 7, 1879

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute writes Richard Henry Pratt a memo stating that he cannot take some of the male students Pratt is recruiting at the moment due to capacity concerns.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Discusses Recruitment of Indian Girls by Pratt, 1879
July 19, 1879

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute writes to Richard Henry Pratt informing him that Commissioner of Indian Affairs Hayt has promised a contract to recruit 20 Indian girls for the Hampton Institute. Armstrong discusses a desire to push Hayt for a larger contract for a higher recruitment number, and discusses logistics for Pratt's…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Discusses Per Capita Rate for Indian Students with Pratt, 1879
August 1, 1879

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute writes to Richard Henry Pratt discussing numerous topics include the per-capita rate for Indian students, a potential visit by Col. Snead, a competitive funding issue between Hampton and Howard University, and student progress.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Discusses Student Funding Concerns with Pratt, 1879
August 4, 1879

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute writes to Richard Henry Pratt discussing concerns over a proposal for too low of a per capita rate for Indian students.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Per-Student Funding and Establishment of School at Carlisle
August 4, 1879

Letter from Richard Henry Pratt to Commissioner of Indian Affairs Ezra A. Hayt suggesting an increase in the per-student funding afforded by the government to Indian schools. Pratt also encourages the Commissioner to continue pursuing Congressional approval for the opening of an Indian school at the Carlisle Barracks.

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Letters/Correspondence
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National Archives and Records Administration
Armstrong Discusses Carlisle Prospects with Pratt, 1879
August 8, 1879

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute writes to Richard Henry Pratt about Pratt's attempts to establish a school at Carlisle. Armstrong notes that Commissioner of Indian Affairs Hayt seems less inclined to support their work. Armstrong also notes that he is glad to hear of Pratt's prospects with Carlisle, that he recognizes the "…

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Discusses Public Sentiment Towards Indian Education with Pratt, 1879
August 19, 1879

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute writes to Richard Henry Pratt discussing public sentiments towards Indian education, arguing that Pratt's upcoming school at Carlisle will help shift public views.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Armstrong Informs Pratt of Travel Difficulties for Yankton Girls, 1879
October 27, 1879

Samuel Chapman Armstrong of the Hampton Institute writes to Richard Henry Pratt forwarding a letter about girls recruited for Carlisle that are waiting in Yankton until the agent there believes the river has enough water to transport them. Armstrong reports concerns that the recruits will abandon the trip.

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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library