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Rev. David P. Oakerhater and Rev. David A. Sanford
No full textStudio portrait of Reverend David Pendleton Oakerhater on the left and Reverend David Augustus Sanford on the right, taken in El Reno, Oklahoma Territory, circa 1904. David A. Sanford was originally identified as David A. Sauman.The From Warrior to Saint: the Journey of David Pendleton Oakerhater Collection tells the life story of a Cheyenne warrior also known as Making Medicine who served as a missionary in Indian Territory, and later became the first Oklahoman to become a saint in the Episcopal Church. The collection includes letters, photographs, a biography, and essay on the Indian assimilation movement
David Pendleton Oakerhater, May 1881
No full textStudio portrait of David Pendleton Oakerhater.The From Warrior to Saint: the Journey of David Pendleton Oakerhater Collection tells the life story of a Cheyenne warrior also known as Making Medicine who served as a missionary in Indian Territory, and later became the first Oklahoman to become a saint in the Episcopal Church. The collection includes letters, photographs, a biography, and essay on the Indian assimilation movement
David and Susie Pendleton Oakerhater
No full textStudio portrait of David Pendleton Oakerhater and his wife, Susie Pendleton Oakerhater, taken sometime between 1882-1890.The From Warrior to Saint: the Journey of David Pendleton Oakerhater Collection tells the life story of a Cheyenne warrior also known as Making Medicine who served as a missionary in Indian Territory, and later became the first Oklahoman to become a saint in the Episcopal Church. The collection includes letters, photographs, a biography, and essay on the Indian assimilation movement
He Goes First: The Story of Episcopal Saint David Pendleton Oakerhater
No full textThe From Warrior to Saint: the Journey of David Pendleton Oakerhater Collection tells the life story of a Cheyenne warrior also known as Making Medicine who served as a missionary in Indian Territory, and later became the first Oklahoman to become a saint in the Episcopal Church. The collection includes letters, photographs, a biography, and essay on the Indian assimilation movement
David Pendleton Oakerhater's house at Whirlwind Mission in Bridgeport, Oklahoma
No full textDavid Pendleton Oakerhater's house at Whirlwind Mission located northwest of Bridgeport, close to the town of Fay, where he lived from 1898 to 1918.The From Warrior to Saint: the Journey of David Pendleton Oakerhater Collection tells the life story of a Cheyenne warrior also known as Making Medicine who served as a missionary in Indian Territory, and later became the first Oklahoman to become a saint in the Episcopal Church. The collection includes letters, photographs, a biography, and essay on the Indian assimilation movement
Letter from David Pendleton Oakerhater to Mrs. Mary Burnham dated 17 June 1881
No full textDavid Pendleton has returned to Indian Territory, and he describes a touching reunion with his mother, who thinks at first that she is dreaming. He and Mr. Wicks conducted a service of Christian burial for the son of Cheyenne chief Big Horse.The From Warrior to Saint: the Journey of David Pendleton Oakerhater Collection tells the life story of a Cheyenne warrior also known as Making Medicine who served as a missionary in Indian Territory, and later became the first Oklahoman to become a saint in the Episcopal Church. The collection includes letters, photographs, a biography, and essay on the Indian assimilation movement
Letter from David Pendleton Oakerhater to Mrs. Mary Burnham dated 31 May 1878
No full textDavid Pendleton Oakerhater writes to Mrs. Burnham about learning to read, write and pray. He praises the kindness of Mr. and Mrs. Wicks, and tells of selling bows and arrows he has made. Signed with the English translation of his Cheyenne name, Making Medicine.The From Warrior to Saint: the Journey of David Pendleton Oakerhater Collection tells the life story of a Cheyenne warrior also known as Making Medicine who served as a missionary in Indian Territory, and later became the first Oklahoman to become a saint in the Episcopal Church. The collection includes letters, photographs, a biography, and essay on the Indian assimilation movement
Letter from David Pendleton Oakerhater to Little Medicine dated 7 October 1878
No full textOakerhater writes to his brother Little Medicine, assuring him that he is happy and well. He informs his brother that he has been baptized and has taken the Christian name David Pendleton. He sends his love to family and friends in Indian Territory, whom he misses very much. He asks for a pair of moccasins and sends his brother some money. He begins to sign his letters "David Pendleton."The From Warrior to Saint: the Journey of David Pendleton Oakerhater Collection tells the life story of a Cheyenne warrior also known as Making Medicine who served as a missionary in Indian Territory, and later became the first Oklahoman to become a saint in the Episcopal Church. The collection includes letters, photographs, a biography, and essay on the Indian assimilation movement
Letter from David Pendleton Oakerhater to Mrs. Mary Burnham dated 17 January 1881
No full textA letter of sympathy to Mrs. Burnham on the death of her brother, Mr. Saville.The From Warrior to Saint: the Journey of David Pendleton Oakerhater Collection tells the life story of a Cheyenne warrior also known as Making Medicine who served as a missionary in Indian Territory, and later became the first Oklahoman to become a saint in the Episcopal Church. The collection includes letters, photographs, a biography, and essay on the Indian assimilation movement
Letter from David Pendleton Oakerhater to Mrs. Mary Burnham dated 13 November 1881
No full textDavid Pendleton Oakerhater tells of baptizing his brother's child, who was very ill, giving him the Christian name Charles Wesley Gardner. He asks Mrs. Burnham to pray for the child. He also describes the Cheyenne boys and girls who will soon be baptized. It is a very beautiful autumn, but the sighting of snow geese has lead some to predict a snowy winter.The From Warrior to Saint: the Journey of David Pendleton Oakerhater Collection tells the life story of a Cheyenne warrior also known as Making Medicine who served as a missionary in Indian Territory, and later became the first Oklahoman to become a saint in the Episcopal Church. The collection includes letters, photographs, a biography, and essay on the Indian assimilation movement
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