The Home Life of Indian Squaws by Mary Alicia Owen. Typewritten copy of article for publication. 12 pages. Signed by Mary Alicia Owen on last page. 8½ x 11" on onion-skin-type paper.
Article describes squaws role, methods, and tools used to build the wigwam and furnish it inside and out. Her role in food procurement and preparation. Her role in child rearing, including an example of a lullaby. Her role in procuring a mate for her son.
Myths are included throughout. Examples:
The wandering of the spirit from the body at sleep
Origination and instruction in gardening by the Indian goddess
The print proof copy of this article is 13.4.3.
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Nana-ho-b0z, Manitou, Indian Marriage Customs, Indian Child rearing, Owen Sisters, Owen, Mary Alicia, Native American
