Ebner, O.S.B., Father Claude Devil Lake Agency, Dakota Territory, to Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C., Notre Dame, Indiana, 1880 September 23
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Ebner sent Hudson a few items of news regarding a visit from their Vicar Apostolic. Ebner married a full blooded Indian couple this morning with a Nuptial Mass. The man is called Frank Okicitamain Walking Soldier and the girl Maggie Oicage Growth. The couple attended the Indian Mission School and are fervent Christians. The ceremony was attended by Indians and whites. The agent, Major and Mrs. James McLaughlin stood as witnesses. It is very consoling to see the Indians understanding marriages performed as a divination. There has been several marriages similar to this one and the Indians appreciate them. :: X-2-g A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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- Creation: 1880 September 23
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English.
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