George E. Sanluier protests against the sentiment of having students from the Carlisle Indian School at various entertainment events.
Native Americans in Shows and Exhibitions
In Wild West shows, museum exhibits, etc.
September 7, 1887
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Letters/Correspondence
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National Archives and Records Administration
April 8-9, 1888
Richard Henry Pratt forwards an anonymous letter from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania regarding three members of the Omaha Nation in a show. Pratt recommends that something be done to aid the individuals in question.
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Letters/Correspondence
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National Archives and Records Administration
April 7, 1893
Robert V. Belt, Acting Commissioner of Indian Affairs, informs Pratt that he has submitted Pratt's request to participate in the Columbian Exchange to the Secretary of the Interior for approval. Belt includes a copy of his letter to the Secretary of the Interior supporting Pratt's request.
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Letters/Correspondence
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Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
October 6, 1898
In response to an office request, Richard Henry Pratt recommends James D. Flannery for a tailor position at the Mount Pleasant Indian School and Clarence Butler for the Assistant Engineer position at the Rosebud Agency boarding school. He provides some background on Flannery, a musician's, experiences since leaving and returning to Carlisle.…
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National Archives and Records Administration
February 15, 1900 - February 20, 1900
Richard Henry Pratt requests to employ former student James Flannery as an Assistant Tailor and encloses correspondence to provide context.
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National Archives and Records Administration