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Cody, William F. (1846-1917) to Joseph K. Dixon re: Dixon's filming Indian councils at Little Big Horn

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03911.06 Author/Creator: Cody, William F. (1846-1917) Place Written: New York Type: Typed letter signed Date: 27 April 1910 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 27.5 x 21.5 cm Order a Copy

Praises Dixon's filming of one of the last great Indian councils and describes how the film was seen by President Taft and other dignitaries. Written on his colorful letterhead.

Cody, William F., 1846-1917

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