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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 2 September 1881
No full textOakerhater gives Mrs. Burnham news of Paul Caryl Zotom, a Kiowa who had been at Fort Marion and at school with him. He was dismayed that Paul attended a "heathen" Medicine dance. [This probably refers to the Sun Dance, one of the most sacred Cheyenne ceremonies. Ironically, Oakerhater's Cheyenne name is translated both "Making Medicine" and "Sundancer."] The school children and teachers have returned to the Mission school. Oakerhater asks for Mrs. Burnham's advice on whether to build a hospital first, or a church and mission house. He leans toward the former, as most who fall ill prefer to be at home.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 20 July 1878
No full textIn addition to reporting on his daily routine, Oakerhater writes of receiving a letter from his brother Little Medicine, whom he has not seen in three years. He was happy to receive a picture and letter from the Cheyenne Agency near his family's home in Indian Territory [present day Oklahoma].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 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 27 February 1882
No full textMrs. Burnham has not answered David's last two letters, and he is afraid she is sick. He tells her that Mr. Wicks will baptize his mother the following week.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 30 July 1883
No full textWelcoming Mrs. Burnham home, he urges her to visit Indian Territory. Capt. Pratt is coming in September to recruit more Cheyenne students for the Carlisle school. Oakerhater rides the countryside visiting the sick. The buffalo are all gone, so the Indians have turned to farming, trying to grow corn.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 1 February 1880
No full textOakerhater writes that he will follow Mrs. Burnham's wishes and stay in school. He is repairing his old soldier's coat to send to his brother in Indian Territory.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 6 October 1881
No full textHe thanks her for her letter, which he shared with his family, and encloses a message to her from his mother. The chiefs have asked him to be their interpreter at the Indian Agency.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 9 April 1880
No full textMrs. Burnham is planning a trip to Carlisle Barracks Indian School in Pennsylvania, and Oakerhater asks her to check on his cousin and nephew who are studying there. He also requests money for a new hat and cape.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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