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Associated Executive Committee of Friends on Indian Affairs, 1758-1929 (inclusive)

Extent:
8 boxes (2,400 items)
Abstract:
Records deal with the work of Friends in running mission stations in Oklahoma to the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma (Bah Kho-je), the Modoc Nation, the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, the Shawnee Tribe, the Osage Nation (Wahzhazhe) and other Native American peoples. Letters from superintendents and missionaries in the field describe the difficulties and experiences of Friends in their work. Topics discussed include attempts to Christianize Native Americans, improve living conditions, Native American education, use of peyote and alcohol, disease, Native American dances, conflicts with other religious denominations, protection of Native Americans from schemes and abuses.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Enoch Hoag papers, 1865-1883 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 linear ft. (2 boxes)
Abstract:
This collection includes correspondence, financial papers, and an account book concerning the finances of the Central Superintendency and Quaker work involving Native Americans.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Enoch Hoag letterbooks, 1870-1878 (inclusive)

Extent:
4 linear ft. (16 volumes)
Abstract:
Letters to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs in Washington, letters to Indian Agents under the jurisdiction of Hoag, and letters characterized as "Individual letters" from 1870 to 1878.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]