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  Letter from B. O. Angell to Eugene Burdick Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 20, 1936

  B. O. Angell

  This letter dated January 20, 1936, from B. O. Angell, Examiner of Inheritance for the United States (US) Office of Indian Affairs, to Eugene Burdick, answers Burdick's inquiry about Charles Fool Bear's claim against Catfish's estate. Angell notes that considerable testimony was taken in consideration of the case and that ultimately, Catfish's will was approved, meaning Fool Bear has no further legal claim to the estate.

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  Letter from Eugene Burdick to B. O. Angell Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 16, 1936

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  Letter from Eugene Burdick to B. O. Angell Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 16, 1936

  Eugene Burdick

  This letter dated January 16, 1936, from Eugene Burdick to B. O. Angell, asks Angell whether there is a legitimate will for the Catfish estate. Burdick expresses the opinion that it seems Charles Fool Bear has no legal claim to more of the estate than he was allotted and asks Angell whether there is anything to support Fool Bear's Claim.

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  Letter from B. O. Angell to Eugene Burdick Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 20, 1936

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  Letter from Eugene Burdick to Charles Fool Bear Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 21, 1936

  Eugene Burdick

  This letter dated January 21, 1936, from Eugene Burdick to Charles Fool Bear, advises Fool Bear that Burdick has contacted B. O. Angell, Examiner of Inheritance for the United States (US) Office of Indian Affairs, who is in charge of probating the estate, and that Angell says the estate is fully and legally settled. Burdick explains that Catfish has the right to leave his estate to people who are not related to him, in lieu of his direct heirs. Burdick recommends that Fool Fear accept the money allotted to him in Catfish's will and drop the case.

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  Letter from Charles Fool Bear to Eugene Burdick Regarding Catfish's Estate, December 23, 1935

  Letter from Charles Fool Bear to Eugene Burdick Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 15, 1936

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  Letter from Charles Fool Bear to Eugene Burdick Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 15, 1936

  Charles Fool Bear

  This letter dated January 15, 1936, from Charles Fool Bear to Eugene Burdick, follows up on Fool Bear's previous letter of inquiry about Catfish's estate. Fool Bear notes he has not heard anything from Burdick and requests to hear from him soon.

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  Letter from Charles Fool Bear to Eugene Burdick Regarding Catfish's Estate, December 23, 1935

  Letter from Eugene Burdick to Charles Fool Bear Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 21, 1936

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  Letter from John G. Hunter to Eugene Burdick Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 2, 1936

  John G. Hunter

  This letter dated January 2, 1936, from John G. Hunter to Eugene Burdick, responds to Burdick's letter of inquiry about the contested estate of Catfish of Fort Peck, Montana. Hunter suggests Burdick contact B. O. Angell of Bismarck, North Dakota, who would likely have better insight into the case.

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  Letter from Eugene Burdick to John G. Hunter Regarding Catfish's Estate, December 26, 1935

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  Letter from Eugene Burdick to Archie Libby Regarding Loaned Cuts, November 14 1935

  Eugene Burdick

  This letter dated November 14, 1935, from Eugene Burdick to Archie Libby, requests the return of "cuts" of "Barry and Gail," which were loaned to Libby by Usher Burdick. Eugene Burdick mentions that the cuts were to be returned after the fourth issue of "Wigwam." The letter closes with thanks to Libby for his prompt attention to the matter.

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  Letter from Eugene Burdick to Emma Adams Regarding Beaded Vest, October 8, 1935

  Eugene Burdick

  This letter dated October 8, 1935, from Eugene Burdick to Emma Adams, addresses the beaded vest that Usher Burdick had commissioned from Adams in 1931. Eugene notes that Usher left beads and buckskin with Adams for the project and that four years have passed. Eugene writes at length about how Usher has "been fair with the Indians" and says that Adams should be fair with Usher in return. In closing, Eugene requests Adams write to him or send the completed vest to him in Williston, North Dakota.

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  Letter from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams Regarding Beaded Vest, June 2, 1933

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  Letter from Eugene Burdick to John G. Hunter Regarding Catfish's Estate, December 26, 1935

  Eugene Burdick

  This letter dated December 26, 1935, from Eugene Burdick to John G. Hunter, Superintendent of the Fort Peck Indian Agency, makes inquiry into the estate of Catfish, which is contested by Charles Fool Bear. Eugene Burdick mentions that the case has been referred to him by his father, Usher Burdick, and inquires whether there are any "Indian laws" that would support the claim of a direct heir over heirs named in a will.

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  Letter from John G. Hunter to Eugene Burdick Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 2, 1936

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  Letter from Laurence Vail Coleman to Eugene Burdick Regarding American Association of Museums Membership, March 22, 1935

  Laurence Vail Coleman

  This letter dated March 22, 1935, from Director Laurence Vail Coleman to Eugene Burdick, invites Burdick to apply for membership in the American Association of Museums. Coleman also recommends the association's newsletter, and a handwritten postscript mentions Burdick's "collection at Bismarck." A handwritten note says the letter was "answered."

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  Letter from Charles Fool Bear to Eugene Burdick Regarding Catfish's Estate, December 23, 1935

  Charles Fool Bear

  This letter dated December 23, 1935, from Charles Fool Bear to Eugene Burdick, addresses the settling of Catfish's estate. In the letter, Fool Bear notes that he was referred to Eugene Burdick by Usher Burdick. Fool Bear outlines his claim to the estate, as well as the funds and lands distributed in the will. Fool bear suggests there are two competing wills and relates the process of contesting the will he has undergone to this point. Attached to the handwritten letter from Fool Bear is typed transcript of the letter created by Eugene Burdick that corrects grammar and spelling, as well as converts some of the original language to legalese.

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  Letter from Charles Fool Bear to Eugene Burdick Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 15, 1936

  Letter from Eugene Burdick to Charles Fool Bear Regarding Catfish's Estate, January 21, 1936

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  Letter from US Representative B. J. Gehrmann to Representative Burdick Regarding "Indian Department," October 9, 1935

  B. J. Gehrmann

  This letter, dated October 9, 1935, from United States (US) Representative from Wisconsin B. J. Gehrmann to US Representative Usher Burdick states that Gehrmann has received requests for copies of a bill that Burdick introduced regarding the reorganization or elimination of the "Indian Department." The document has a handwritten note at the bottom signed by Burdick that reads "Margaret: send him some Bills and write him I intend to push the Bill with what force I can muster."

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  Letter from Margaret Klotz to Representative Bernard Gehrmann Regarding Bill 8360, November 11, 1935

  Margaret Klotz

  This letter, dated November 11, 1935, from Margaret Klotz to United States (US) Representative from Wisconsin Bernard Gehrmann regarding North Dakota Representative Usher Burdick's bill US House of Representatives Resolution No. 8360, titled, "To promote the general welfare of the Indians of the United States of America, and for other purposes." The letter states that, per Burdick's instructions, Klotz has forwarded copies of the bill to Gehrmann. The letter is stamped with text that reads "COPY"

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  Letter from O.M. Anderson to Eugene Burdick Regarding Arrowheads, August 31, 1934

  O. M. Anderson

  This letter dated August 31, 1934, from O.M. Anderson of Upham, North Dakota to Eugene Burdick, inquires about fixing flint arrowheads that Anderson has found. Anderson was referred to Eugene Burdick by Usher Burdick. The letterhead states that Anderson is a collector of antique firearms.

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  Letter from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams Regarding Beaded Vest, June 2, 1933

  Usher Burdick

  This letter dated June 2, 1933, from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams, requests information concerning the completion of a beaded vest. Burdick notes that Adams did not have it finished the last time he saw her and further asserts she has "had time enough now to do it." The letter closes by saying Burdick has included a stamped envelope for Adams to send a response. A handwritten note is attached to the letter states: "She received from me to [sic] buckskins & full set of beads--was to make a vest--never received anything from her."

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  Letter from Emma Adams to Usher Burdick Regarding Beaded Vest, November 20, 1931

  Letter from Eugene Burdick to Emma Adams Regarding Beaded Vest, October 8, 1935

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  Letter from Emma Adams to Usher Burdick Regarding Beaded Vest, November 20, 1931

  Emma Adams

  This letter dated November 20, 1931, from Emma Adams to Usher Burdick, acknowledges her receipt of Burdick's November 11, 1931 letter and informs him she is still working on the vest. Adams notes beading is slow work and that she will let him know if additional beads are needed.

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  Letter from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams Regarding Beaded Vest, November 11, 1931

  Letter from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams Regarding Beaded Vest, June 2, 1933

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  Letter from Willoughby M. Babcock to Eugene Burdick Regarding Beaded Dress, January 6, 1931

  Willoughby M. Babcock

  This letter dated January 6, 1931, from Curator Willoughby M. Babcock to Eugene Burdick, acknowledges the deposit of a "Sioux squaw's dress" in the Minnesota Historical Society museum for the period of one year. Babcock notes the dress is made of elk's hide and features beadwork done by Mrs. Bull Head of the Standing Rock Reservation. Babcock notes the dress was dropped off by Usher Burdick

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  Receipt from Willoughby M. Babcock to Eugene Burdick for Beaded Dress, December 31, 1930

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  Letter from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams Regarding Beaded Vest, August 12, 1931

  Usher Burdick

  This letter dated August 12, 1931, from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams, advises her that he has procured the white beads Adams requested to complete a vest Burdick commissioned.

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  Letter from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams Regarding Beaded Vest, November 11, 1931

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  Letter from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams Regarding Beaded Vest, November 11, 1931

  Usher Burdick

  This letter dated November 11, 1931, from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams, requests that Adams send the beaded vest to Burdick in Fargo if it is complete. Burdick notes he will send her a check for her work and the postage, upon receipt of the vest.

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  Letter from Usher Burdick to Emma Adams Regarding Beaded Vest, August 12, 1931

  Letter from Emma Adams to Usher Burdick Regarding Beaded Vest, November 20, 1931"

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  Receipt from Willoughby M. Babcock to Eugene Burdick for Beaded Dress, December 31, 1930

  Willoughby M. Babcock

  This receipt dated December 31, 1930, from Curator Willoughby M. Babcock to Eugene Burdick, acknowledges the deposit of a "Sioux squaw's dress" in the Minnesota Historical Society museum for the period of one year. Babcock notes the dress is made of elk's hide and has "Húŋkpapȟa" beadwork done by Mrs. Bull Head of the Standing Rock Reservation. The receipt number is 6960, and it details the terms of loaning items to the museum.

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  Letter from Willoughby M. Babcock to Eugene Burdick Regarding Beaded Dress, January 6, 1931