Letter from Harry George to the Mohonk Lodge

Name/Title

Letter from Harry George to the Mohonk Lodge

Entry/Object ID

Q1430.635.107I

Description

Letter from Harry George to the Mohonk Lodge regarding the recently received shipment and the items he liked and those he did not like. Vol II pg. 107I A typewritten letter discussing the receipt of baskets and provides opinions on their quality. The sender mentions being dissatisfied with the two Pima baskets and expresses a desire for a smaller and finer specimen than the Ft. Sill baskets. They request the recipient send another selection to compare and decide on the merits of the offerings. The author was initially guided by descriptions provided earlier but notes that the current baskets do not meet expectations. There's an interest in a Choctimache basket described as double weave with a cover, similar to something recently purchased in Seattle. The author also discusses a Pima plaque and expresses willingness to consider offerings from a different mission. They conclude by suggesting the recipient send any exceptional items for consideration.

Subject

Harry George Mohonk Lodge Colony, Oklahoma Chetimache -- Chetimacha Pima Baskets Olla

Subject Person/Organization

Harry L. George Collection