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George W. Grayson Papers, 1918

 Collection
Identifier: MC-1964-78

Scope and Contents

George W. Grayson was Principal Chief of the Creek Nation in 1918, and these are a few papers from that administration such as deeds sent from the court for him to certify as Chief; plans for a memorial to Pleasant Porter, a former chief; and routine correspondence with the Hon. Cato Sells, Commissioner of Indian Affairs. One item is a letter of protest against Creek Indians serving in the military forces outside of the United States in World War I.

Dates

  • Creation: 1918

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Access is by appointment only.

Extent

10 items

Language of Materials

English

Physical Description

Some of these papers are typewritten and in good condition, while others are torn at the edges, written in pencil, and difficult to read.

Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Helmerich Center for American Research at Gilcrease Museum Repository

Contact:
1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Rd.
Tulsa Ok 74127
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