Wyandott Mission, Dr. Kirk, principal teaching Indian boys to chop wood
Creator
Concannon, T. M.
Date
[1880-1900?]
Summary
Principal Kirk has Native American Huron (Wyandot or Wyandotte) boys chop wood, in front of a full wood shed, on the grounds of the Wyandotte Mission School, Kansas. The boys wear jackets and hats and hold axes. Women and girls in dresses with aprons stand in background. One boy stands atop a wagon with wood drawn by mules.
Description
1 copy negative ; 10 x 13 cm. (4 x 5 in.); 1 photoprint on mat board ; 21 x 26 cm. (8 x 10 in.)
Subject
Indians of North America--Kansas--19th century; Wyandot Indians--Kansas--19th century; Missions--Kansas--19th century; School children--Kansas--19th century; Schools--Kansas--19th century; Woodcutting--Kansas--19th century
Format-Medium
Photograph
Rights Contact Information
Copyright restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History and Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library, at photosales@denverlibrary.org.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Related Material
Image File: ZZR710030969
Notes
Condition: Photoprint is wrapped, torn and shows staining.; Formerly F40226.; Title and "Huron" hand-written on back of print, with printed photographer information with: "Groups, Buildings, Farms, Etc., taken on short notice. Pictures of absent and deceased friends copied and enlarged. Baby Pictures taken in two seconds."; R7100309691
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