Name/Title
Letter - E.J Bost to Harry L. GeorgeEntry/Object ID
Q1430.634.32ADescription
An original and copy of page one of a letter from E. J. Bost at the Wittenberg Indian School to Harry L. George, General Commission Merchant. The signature page is only the original. Vol. I, pg. 32a
The typed letter from the Department of the Interior, United States Indian Service, Wittenberg Indian School. The letter discusses basket-making by the Winnebago tribe, highlighting their skill and the use of ash splints. It mentions prominent basket makers such as Mrs. Twocrow, Mrs. Jim Pine, Mrs. Decora, and Anna Bell, all from Wittenberg. The letter describes various types of baskets, both useful and ornamental, and notes that they can be purchased directly from the Indians or through the sender, but most likely with the sender's assistance for shipping.Subject
E. J. Bost
Department of the Interior, United States Indian Service
Wittenberg Indian School
Wittenberg, Wis.
Mrs. Twocrow
Mrs. Jim Pine
Mrs. Decora
Anna Bell
Winnebago basketsSubject Person/Organization
Harry L. George CollectionCollection
Harry L. George Collection
