Ceremonies

Consists of an interview with Fine Day where he gives a brief description of the duties of a chief, a description of treatment for successful warriors and a description of the ceremonialism involved in the Sundance.

Consists of an interview with Fine Day where he gives an account of fighting between Cree and Blackfoot.

Consists of an interview where he gives various reasons for holding a Sundance.

A long, general incoherent monologue which will be of little value to researchers.

Consists of an interview where he gives a description of punishment for violation of the hunting code. He also gives a brief description of saddle making.

Consists of an interview with Fine Day where he gives a brief account of the role of the Cree in the Riel Rebellion.

Consists of an interview where Fine Day gives a description of death customs.

Consists of an interview where Fine Day gives a description of death customs, a description of the construction of tipis and talks about the ceremonialism associated with their use.

Series of images taken at Fort Pitt, Saskatchewan, during the Commemoration ceremonies of the signing of Treaty #6 in 1876. 1. Exterior of reconstruction of Fort Pitt; 2. Group of tipis; 3. Top of several tipis, with Union Jack and First Nations flags visible; 4. Large Treaty 6 medal in foreground, with a group of people in background; two non-Natives are wearing NWMP uniforms, and one Aboriginal man is wearing a headdress; 5.

A photograph of two First Nations men in traditional garb at a ceremony to celebrate the giving of a totem pole to the City of Prince Albert, 1975. The pole was carved by a First Nations man originally from British Columbia, and currently stands along the North Saskatchewan River near the Prince Albert Historical Museum.

Looks at the four steps in the traditional Siksika approach to effective learning.

First Nations people in feather head-dresses and other traditional garb, on an outdoor stage in front of an elaborate stage set. An article in the Star-Phoenix July 22, 1943 describes a ceremony on stage in front of the grandstand, in which Sid Johns, secretary-manager of the Exhibition, was inducted into the tribe of Sioux Indians and made an [honorary] Indian chief, by Chief Harry Littlecrow. Johns was named Chief Fine Weather.

Historical note:

Results of the scan demonstrate that many community respondents define traditional models of wellness as 'having a healthy mind, body and spirit' with a connection to the land, culture and beliefs.

Provides description and editorial comments on various aspects of the ceremony; based on information collected in 1926 by Earna Gunther.

Consists of an interview with George First Rider where he discusses the construction and rituals connected with Holy Lodges. Note: Dave Melting Tallow, interpreter. Joanne Greenwood, transcriber.

A photograph of five Indian men, 4 standing wearing ceremonial dress, (buckskin with beadwork, headdresses), one seated in western suit and long braid. Probably taken in Carlton at a Treaty celebration.

Discusses the need for cross-cultural sharing to be done in a way that is respectful to Native Americans.

Anthropology Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of Arizona, 1975.

Report includes the following papers: Report of the Chief by J. Walter Fewkes The Mythical Origin of the White Buffalo Dance of the Fox Indians by Truman Michelson The Autobiography of a Fox Indian Woman by Truman Michelson Notes on Fox Mortuary Customs and Beliefs by Truman Michelson Notes on the Fox Society Known as "Those Who Worship the Little Spotted Buffalo" by Truman Michelson The Traditional Origin of the Fox Society Known as "The Singing Around Rite" by Truman Michelson

Report includes the following papers: Report of the Chief Clerk by H. W. Dorsey The Salishan Tribes of the Western Plateaus by James A. Teit, edited by Franz Boas Tattooing and Face and Body Painting of the Thompson Indians, British Columbia by James A. Teit, edited by Franz Boas Ethnobotany of the Thompson Indians of British Columbia by Elsie Viault Steedman The Osage Tribe: Rite of the Wa-xo'-be by Francis La Flesche

Report includes the following papers: Report of the Chief by J. Walter Fewkes Social Organization and Social Usages of the Indians of the Creek Confederacy by John R. Swanton Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians by John R. Swanton Aboriginal Culture of the Southeast by John R. Swanton Indian Trails of the Southeast by William Edward Myer

Report includes the following papers: Report of the Chief by M. W. Stirling The Acoma Indians by Leslie A. White Isleta, New Mexico by Elsie Clews Parsons Introduction to Zuñi Ceremonialism by Ruth L. Bunzel Zuñi Origin Myths by Ruth L. Bunzel Zuñi Ritual Poetry by Ruth L. Bunzel Zuñi Katcinas by Ruth L. Bunzel

Report includes the following papers: Report of the Chief by J. Walter Fewkes The Osage Tribe: Two Versions of the Child-Naming Rite by Francis La Flesche Wawenock Myth Texts from Maine by Frank G. Speck Native Tribes and Dialects of Connecticut: A Mohegan-Pequot Diary by Frank G. Speck Picuris Children's Stories by John P. Harrington and Helen H. Roberts Iroquoian Cosmology - Second Part by J. N. B. Hewitt

Discusses the conditions of Native American life in California, and the need to break old patterns and embrace new changes.

Looks at different types of tribal bundles focusing on the Four Quartz Rocks Bundle belonging to Apache Sam Klinekole.

Report includes the following paper: The Ghost-Dance Religion and the Sioux Outbreak of 1890 by James Mooney

Examines effects of both mainstream and Indigenous cinema on Indigenous peoples, stereotyping, and concepts of geography, land, history and language. Anthropology and Humanities Honors Paper (B.A.)--University of Colorado, 2011.

Interior Design Thesis (M.I.D)--University of Manitoba, 2013

A bundle transfer ceremony is discussed as well as a brief description of an Indian healing ceremony.

Frank and Mary One Spot give a general account of the movement of the Sarcee Indians.

Interviews Frank Weasel Head on his life and involvement with dance. Duration: !:02:34.

Article discusses the spiritual and cultural-based resistance to the imposition of colonial culture, religion, and law; the banning if Indigenous spiritual practice by that colonial state(s) as a response; and the implementation of the American Indian Religious Freedom Act (AIRFA) in 1978 which extended First Amendment Rights to the Indigenous peoples living in the United States.

Book review of French and Indians in the Heart of North America, 1630–1815 edited by Robert Englebert and Guillaume Teasdale. Entire book review section on one pdf. To access this review, scroll to p. 461.

Uses site as an example of a small site which can broaden understanding of archaeological finds.

English Thesis (Ph.D.)--The Ohio State University, 2001.

Looks at principles, rooted in ancient and contemporary spirituality and cultural practices, that can be used for social wellbeing and conflict prevention.

Comments on an artist who began drawing in 1962 when he was 65 years old. Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page 4.

Describes the functions of the Pigeon Society

Part of: University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology, vol. 13, (pp235-258).

Discussion on the historical foundations of the Dream Dance. Previously published in American Anthropologist, Vol. 25, No. 2, New Series, April-June 1923, pp. 277-278.

Reports on leadership exchanges at the fifth global Healing Our Spirit Worldwide (HOSW) conference held in Edmonton that discussed healing initiatives, traditional solutions to health concerns, and aboriginal youth issues.

Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.12.

A photograph taken on August 8, 1933 at the Saskatoon Exhibition of a gathering of pioneers from the 1883-1889 era. Lieutenant Governor Hugh Edwin Munroe is making an address. An Aboriginal woman is seated at the centre, while a group of seven Aboriginal Chiefs in head-dresses stands at the right. There is a full orchestra behind the group and they are all on an elaborately decorated stage.

Book review of Gathering Places edited by Carolyn Podruchny and Laura Peers. Entire book review section on one pdf. To access this review scroll to p. 174.

Book review of: Geebungs and Snake Whistles by the Wreck Bay Community and Cath Renwick. Article located by scrolling to page 131.

A discussion of Treaty 7: promises made and broken; and the traditional relationship of the Indian to his surroundings.

Consists of an interview with George First Rider about his father, who was called Dog Child. He gives an account of how his father got his name and also gives an account of his father's riding escapades. He tells the story of powers given to Dog Child by the bears, the eagles and the ghosts as well as giving examples of Dog Child's healing powers and his role in the Horn Society.