Indians of The Chicago Region

With Special Reference to the Illinois and the Potawatomi

by
William Duncan Strong

This leaflet, prepared by Assistant Curator Strong, is based on the material collected by Mr. Chandler and on information supplied by him. The author has likewise utilized the existing literature and an unpublished document in manuscript written by De Gannes in 1721.

May this booklet appeal to all those who are in sympathy with the Indians and eager to learn of the past of our country, and may it stimulate interest and research in our local history and archaeology!
B. LAUFER, Curator of Anthropology.

Sketch of Chicago in 1820
From Schoolcraft, Indian Tribes, Vol. IV

• Prefatory Note

• Introductory Note

• Illinois before the Beginnings of History

• The Illinois

• The Miami

• The Potawatomi

• History of the Tribes

• Illustrations

  • Simon Kanquados

  • Ceremonial Objects

  • Yarn Bags

  • Potawatomi Clothing

  • Medicine Bags

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Indians of the Chicago Region, With Special Reference to the Illinois and the Potawatomi

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