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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.

Rev. Lyman Abbott writes to Richard Henry Pratt expressing his stance on opposing views related to Indian policy. Specifically, Abbott discusses his personal acquaintanceship with Commission of Indian Affairs Leupp, whom he disagrees with on policy matters, and assures Pratt of his continued support for Pratt's policy proposals.

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

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.

Rosa Bourassa, a former student of the Carlisle Indian School, writes to Richard Henry Pratt sometime after his departure from the school. Bourassa helps Pratt identify individuals in a set of photographs, and provides updates on a number of former students.

A.G. Agnew, the brother of Dr. Cornelius Rea Agnew, asks Richard Henry Pratt about a recent piece in the New York Mail that failed to mention Dr. Agnew's early work with the Carlisle Indian Industrial School. A.G. Agnew asks for Pratt to submit a correction to the New York Mail, and also discusses family matters.

William H. Weeks requests permission from Richard Henry Pratt to enlist him in the U.S. Navy as a sailor.

Anna Goyitney Canfield, a former Carlisle student, writes to Richard Henry Pratt giving detailed updates on her life since leaving Carlisle, including her marriage to the former Art Department teacher at Carlisle, Fred Canfield. Canfield also discusses her views of changes at Carlisle since leaving.

Walter Battice of the Indian Memorial Association writes to Richard Henry Pratt asking for his involvement in an event during a reunion tour for H. B. Peairs.

John B. Brown writes to Richard Henry Pratt discussing his recent reading of a story by Captain Jack Hart in which he claims he encountered a former Carlisle student named Charlie Bent in the West in 1865. Brown also discusses his work in Fort Shaw, Montana.

Gertrude Simmons Bonnin (Zitkala Sa) writes to Richard Henry Pratt apologizing for not visiting him as intended, and discussing in detail a political situation between her husband, Raymond Talephause Bonnin, and employees at the Uintah Boarding School, including elements of religious tensions and racism. 

James H. Bell writes to Richard Henry Pratt thanking him for his work in supporting planning for a Wanamaker expedition stop in New Mexico. Bell promises to repay Pratt for his personal expenditure for his work, and praises him highly for his support and that of his friends. Bell also notes that Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Walter send their regards.…

W. M. Camp writes to Richard Henry Pratt over two letters discussing a variety of topics related to the Carlisle Indian School, including the impact of Commissioner of Indian Affairs Francis Leupp, the early history of the school, and negative press coverage of former Carlisle students.

Benjamin F. Bennett of the Crow Agency writes to Richard Henry Pratt discussing recent news in the press about the Congressional investigation into Carlisle's operations, noting that it seems that the school was not being run well. Bennett also recalls a visit he had with Marianna Burgess while in Chicago.

George E. Armstrong of the American Railway Guide Company writes to Richard Henry Pratt, via Herbert Welsh, to reconnect. Armstrong recounts Pratt's assistance with a party of politicians visiting a commencement at Carlisle.

Thomas M. Anderson writes to Richard Henry Pratt inquiring about the history and survival of the Miami and Shawnee after the Middle War, and whether any Miami or Shawnee attended Carlisle.

Thomas M. Anderson thanks Pratt for his information about the Miami and explains his personal interest in the group.

Charles W. Buck writes to Richard Henry Pratt over 8 months discussing the Indian agent in Browning, Montana, and issues on the Blackfeet reservation. Buck begins by discussing life on the reservation, and in following letters describes a potential change in agent from Mr. McFatridge. In the final letter, signed by Buck and other former…

Edward W. Biddle writes to Richard Henry Pratt discussing the printed testimony of the 1914 Congressional investigation into the Carlisle Indian School. Biddle also notes of issues with President Eugene Allen Noble of Dickinson College.

Marianna Burgess writes to Richard Henry Pratt informing him of the death of another former Carlisle employee, Anne Ely. Burgess also discusses the Red Man magazine, and employment dynamics at Carlisle under the former and current superintendents, William Mercer and Oscar H. Lipps.

Edward W. Biddle writes to Richard Henry Pratt acknowledging receipt of his recent paper on systems of managing Indian populations, and shares his views on the subject.

Edward W. Biddle writes to Richard Henry Pratt sharing his thoughts about Pratt's open letter to Commissioner of Indian Affairs Cato Sells about the government's Indian policy.