Name/Title
Letter from Harry L George to a recipient in Washington, D.CEntry/Object ID
Q1430.635.102EDescription
Letter from Harry L George to a recipient in Washington, D.C regarding basket specimens made by the Panamint Indians
Vol II pg. 102E
A typed letter addressed to a recipient in Washington, D.C. The writer mentions a previous correspondence with the Smithsonian Institution regarding basket specimens made by the Panamint Indians from Inyo County, California, specifically between Death Valley and Owens Lake. The writer has also contacted others for information but hasn't obtained anything, despite the frequent mention of the Indians in Professor Mason's work. The writer seeks assistance in locating specimens of the Indians’ work and appreciates any information provided. They discuss their history of purchasing Indian baskets during trips to the far west and express a desire to continue collecting specimens from various tribes. The letter concludes with a request for any help or information regarding this matter, expressing thanks in advance.
(This letter is almost identical to 102D which would indicate he is reaching out to several parties for information.)Subject
Washington, D. C.
Panamint Indians
Inyo Co., Cal.
basketsSubject Person/Organization
Harry L. George Collection