Letter from DeWitt S. Harris to Harry George

Letter

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St. Joseph Museums

The image is a historical document dated August 22, 1908, from the Department of the Interior, United States Indian Service, addressed to Mr. Harry L. George in St. Joseph, Missouri. The letter informs Mr. George that a cane basket containing a small cane basket and a small splint basket used by an Indian family has been sent to him via Southern Express. These baskets represent a common pattern crafted by the Indians, who are known for creating baskets in various shapes and for different uses. The letter expresses a hope that the items reach him safely and is signed at the bottom.

The image is a historical document dated August 22, 1908, from the Department of the Interior, United States Indian Service, addressed to Mr. Harry L. George in St. Joseph, Missouri. The letter informs Mr. George that a cane basket containing a small cane basket and a small splint basket used by an Indian family has been sent to him via Southern Express. These baskets represent a common pattern crafted by the Indians, who are known for creating baskets in various shapes and for different uses. The letter expresses a hope that the items reach him safely and is signed at the bottom.

Name/Title

Letter from DeWitt S. Harris to Harry George

Entry/Object ID

Q1430.634.229P

Description

Vol 1 P. 229P Letter from DeWitt S. Harris to Harry George noting the shipment of two baskets. Dear Sir, I sent you by today's Southern Express, a cane basket containing a small cane basket and a small splint basket which has been in use for a long time in an Indian family. These cane baskets are the common pattern used by these Indians, but they also make many other shapes.; and for various uses. Trusting that they will reach you safely, I am, Very truly,

Subject

DeWitt S. Harris Department of the Interior United States Indian Service Cherokee, North Carolina Baskets Cherokee -- Eastern

Subject Person/Organization

Harry L. George Collection