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Cattaraugus Indian Reservation Map and Occupants, 1890

Theodore F. Jimerson (De-hah-teh), Cattaraugus Seneca

The Cattaraugus Indian Reservation, established in 1890, spans parts of Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, and Erie Counties, New York. It is primarily occupied by the Seneca Nation, claiming rights over land where white settlers reside. The area, a result of treaties in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, is characterized by fertile land, waterways, and a network of roads connecting it to nearby towns. Despite rich resources, the region struggles with legal disputes regarding land ownership and infrastructure inadequacies affecting transport and communication.

Census of Onondagas Indians on the Cattaraugus Reservation of New York, 1896

A June 1896 census records the Onondagas Indians on the Cattaraugus Reservation in New York, taken by U.S. Indian Agent Abner Patterson. The list includes 20 individuals from families such as Jakey, Patterson, Pierce, Stafford, Turkey, and Billings, and notes that Irving Billings was in Thomas Orphan Asylum.

Census of Cayuga Tribe of Indians of New York, 1896

A June 1896 census of the Cayuga Tribe of Indians of New York records 161 people, including those at Thomas Orphan Asylum and on the Tonawanda Reservation. It lists household heads, ages, and sex, along with totals for adult men, adult women, and children, offering a detailed snapshot of the community.

Biography of Dutch White Turkey

Dutch White Turkey was born on June 18, 1857, in Kansas to full-blooded Delaware parents. His family migrated to Indian Territory in 1868, settling near present-day Dewey. Following the death of his father, he farmed and eventually acquired 160 acres, discovering oil on his land that contributed to his prosperity. He was married twice, first to Nellie Falleaf and later to Lizzie Thompson, with whom he had two children. Dutch White Turkey remains a prominent figure in the agricultural and oil development history of Washington County.

Carlisle Indian Industrial School Graduates 1889 – 1895

Carlisle School Gymnasium During Graduation Exercises

The Carlisle Indian School, located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, served as an educational institution for Native American students from 1889 to 1895. Graduates from various tribes pursued diverse occupations, reflecting their adaptation to American society. Positions ranged from farmers and housewives to public service roles. Notable alumni include physicians, lawyers, and teachers, indicating a significant shift toward professional education. The school’s rich history is intertwined with its former military site, where Benjamin Franklin forged peace treaties with Native tribes in the 18th century.