Name/Title
Letter from Harry L. George to F. MathesonEntry/Object ID
Q1430.635.103MDescription
Letter from Harry L. George to F. Matheson expressing interest in acquiring a collection of Indian baskets Vol II pg. 103M
In the correspondence, Harry George mentions the Pacific Coast Steam Ship Co. and expresses a keen interest in acquiring a collection of Indian baskets. The letter lists various tribes, such as the Bella Bella, Haida, and Tsimshian, among others, and requests information about which tribes can supply baskets suitable for mail, preferring well-constructed, smaller pieces. The letter requests Mr. Matheson to inform which tribes can provide baskets and at what cost for small, well-constructed pieces suitable for mailing. It also mentions outreach to other regions in Alaska, including Juneau, Ketchikan, and Valdez, with an invitation for prompt communication regarding the availability and pricing of the baskets.Subject
F. Matheson
Pacific Coast Steam Ship Co.
Wrangell, Alaska
Haida
Bella Bella
Shuswap
Clayoquot
Juneau
Ketchikan
Valdez,Subject Person/Organization
Harry L. George Collection