Aboriginal History, vol. 9, no. 1, 1985, pp. 53-80
Description
Argues that the field of linguistic culture history in Aboriginal Australia can contribute greatly to the knowledge of Aboriginal culture, past and present.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 9, no. 2, 1985, pp. 1-32
Description
Identifies obstacles the Tlingit community must overcome in order to best utilize the authority allowed to them under the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA).
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 9, no. 3, September 1985, p. 2
Description
Introductory article comments on the overwhelming response to the previous call for content on health and religion. The balance is published in this issue.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 9, no. 4, Autumn, 1985, pp. 411-420
Description
Reviews John Cleland's 1758 satirical play Tombo-Chiqui: or, The American Savage that reflected the noble ignorant savage stereotype prevalent in Europe during the eighteenth century.
Manitoba Pageant, vol. 18, no. 3, Spring, 1973, p. [?]
Description
Written by the Chief Factor of the Hudson's Bay Company who was taken hostage by Big Bear, narrative recounts events that took place during the spring of 1885.
Presents historical context of Treaty-making and argues that the meaning of Treaty 4 cannot be derived from the Crown's text alone; and Treaties must be flexible to last forever.
Sketch subtitle: White inhabitants of the Saskatchewan region leaving a settlement after an Indian raid. Two males and one female, all wearing snowshoes and heavy coats, walking through the snow. The woman is carrying a small child.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 9, no. 2, 1985, pp. 33-48
Description
Describes a case study approach, of a teaching experience, employing a dialogue that will lead to a greater level of respect and application of traditions.
Documentary about a Cree community in northern Alberta where the children are taught traditional stories and traditional ways by the old people.
Duration: 14:32.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 9, no. 1, Winter, 1985, pp. 31-47
Description
Looks at French and Anishinaabe author Gerald Vizenor's recent work, Earthdivers, which attempts to create a "new consciousness of coexistence" by using the trickster to stimulate dialogue on contemporary Native American issues.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 9, no. 3, Prophets: Religious Leaders and Revitalization Movements, Summer, 1985, pp. 325-333
Description
Explores the Waptashi or Feather Religion and its leader Jake Hunt. Waptashi is a combination of the Washani faith and the Indian Shaker Church where the Eagle is the supreme being who communicates through Jake Hunt.
File contains a photocopy of Arthur O. Wheeler's daily diary from March to July, 1885. Wheeler served in the Survey (scout) Corp for the Government, and was present during some of the battles of the 1885 rebellion.
Cultural Survival Quarterly, vol. 9, no. 1, Parks and People, Spring, 1985
Description
Suggests that Parks Canada should follow similar guidelines to other nations, such as Australia, where a national park is created in conjunction with the settlement of an aboriginal land claim.