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Historical Publications - Miscellaneous, 1854-1953

 File — Box: MS89.12, Folder: 89.12.08
Identifier: Folder 89.12.08

Scope and Contents

A book entitled Language of the Mosshorn POSSIBLE LIBRARY ADDITION, which is a glossary of Cowboy Lingo, Rodeo Terms, Dude Ranch Jargon, Range profanity and other Western Expressions. Book is illustrated by Will James written in 1936.

The Army Post on the Northern Plains 1865-1885. Book is a description of army life on the Northern plains during the period with a map showing all of the forts in Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana. Book has details of problems at Forts with bad food, hog ranches, and lack of vegetables.

The Grattan Massacre which details the massacre of US troops by Indians in 1854. Multiple mistakes were made by the US troops trying to retrieve a stolen cow from the Indians. Not a good ending.

The Custer Court Martial which describes the court martial of Brevet Major General G. A. Custer in September 1867. Custer had pursued 4 deserters with orders to kill them all and bring none of the deserters back alive. Custer also stated he would go for supplies but in reality, went to see his wife who was at another fort. Main issue was the order of killing deserters from Custer’s column with out a trial. Custer was convicted and spent the winter with his wife in Ft Leavenworth and returned to duty the following spring due to General Sheridan’s request.

Pamphlet describing the Oregon Trail which was used by both Nebraska and Wyoming Tourist offices.

Brochure describing the Grand Teton National Park printed in 1953. Brochure speaks to the attractions in Grand Teton area and also warns that animals are wild and do not approach the animals.

Dates

  • 1854-1953

Conditions Governing Access

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Extent

From the Collection: 173.00 boxes

Language of Materials

English

Related Materials

Pictorial Souvenir of Cody, Wyoming removed for cataloging as Rare Book. F 769 .C6 C6 1916

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