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Show Education - 199 Bartholomew responds to Keek's letter and telegram by saying Dr. Dorchester has misunderstood. Bartholomew was planning to take Chief Ignacio to Ft. Lewis to inspect the school, but hasn't done so because of the " sore eye" epidemic there. The Utes ask him about the promised purchase of stallions, but the commissioner has refused the purchase unless the Utes send their children to the Ft. Lewis school. FRCD/ RG 75 Nov. 14, 1892 Morgan, T. J., Commissioner of Indian Affairs Letter to Charles Bartholomew, Indian Agent, So. Ute Agency Morgan expresses his displeasure upon learning that Ignacio has actively opposed and prevented the sending of So. Ute children to the Ft. Lewis school. Morgan orders Bartholomew to discharge him from the police force and to no longer recognize him as the chief of the So. Utes. Morgan is also critical of Bartholomew's efforts to secure children for the school. FRCD/ RG 7 5 Nov. 21, 1892 Bartholomew, Charles, Indian Agent, So. Ute Agency Letter to Commissioner of Indian Affairs Bartholomew acknowledges receipt of the commissioner's letter dated Nov. 14, 1892. He will comply with the orders to fire Ignacio and no longer recognize him as the chief of the So. Utes. Bartholomew reminds the commissioner that Ignacio's help is essential in maintain peace among the three bands and between the Navajo Indians. Bartholomew defends his actions in the matter of securing students for the school. FRCD/ RG 75 Dec. 1, 1892 Bartholomew, Charles, Indian Agent, So. Ute Agency Letter to Commissioner of Indian Affairs Bartholomew submits his monthly report for |
