October 9, 1923
The Pawhuska Daily Journal
Microfilm Roll: MN00339
On this day in Osage country, The Pawhuska Daily Journal published an article about American Indian involvement in the upcoming International Petroleum Exposition and Congress in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
According to the article, the event expected to “add local color to the celebration” was the Indian show which was to be directed by Bright Roddy. Members of tribes from across the state participated in the show including Cheyennes, Poncas, Osages, Iowas, and Creeks. Osage tribal members who participated in the event included Johnny Buffalohide, Tom Steels along with his family, and Chief BaconRind.
A temporary museum was built as part of the show which housed “everything that Indians have ever had.” The exhibit was made up of Mr. Roddy’s collection of Indian artifacts, “the best collection in the country,” which took him several years to collect. The collection include items such as pottery, tribal regalia, beadwork, etc. Furthermore, the American Indians held lacrosse demonstrations and demonstrated how old shot makers were used.
In an area behind the museum, the American Indians made camp. Teepees were built, which served as their living quarters for the duration of the show. Indian dances were held for visitors to watch. Additionally, the visitors were able to observe the “Indians barbeque their meat and make Indian bread” which they also got to taste.
Morgan M. Guzman
“Indians Show at Tulsa Exposition.” The Pawhuska Daily Journal. October 9, 1923, p. 5. Microfilm roll number MN00339. Sequoyah National Research Center, Little Rock, Arkansas.
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