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Reifel, Ben, 1906-1990
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Ben Reifel Biographies

Contains a couple of Ben Reifel's biographies which were used at his graduation as a Doctor of Law from University of South Dakota.

Ben Reifel's Education

Papers pertaining to Ben Reifel's educational experience and work from Elementary school up until he obtained his Doctorate Degree.

Ben Reifel Career in the Military

Various papers that pertain to Ben Reifel's time in the military, such as his phyical examination reports and certificates of completion for courses required in the military.

Ben Reifel Naval Ship Tours

Souvenir booklets containing photographs of Ben Reifel's tours of the U.S.S. John F. Kennedy (CVA-67) and U.S.S. Lake Champlain (CVS-39) aircraft carriers.

President John F. Kennedy Inauguration

Invitations to inaugural luncheons and receptions, as well as invitations to Ben Reifel to attend the 1961 inauguration ceremony of President John F. Kennedy Also Includes a schedule of events for the Inauguration day, as well as information on tickets and transportation.

Ben Reifel Appointment Book for 1961

Ben Reifel's daily appointment reminders for briefings, House meetings, breakfasts and luncheons. Also includes appointments for speaking at different colleges and attending different church meetings.

Ben Reifel Appointment Book for 1964

Appointments for Ben Reifel's House Chamber meetings, as well as other meetings in the White House. Also includes reminders for attending church, as well as various dinner appointments and Hobo Day.

Ben Reifel Appointment Book for 1966

Ben Reifel's reminders for various breakfast and lunch appointments, meetings with the American Legion, as well as reminders for speaking at different college campuses. Also includes reminders for different Briefings, 4-H meetings, and Appropriation Committee luncheons.

Ben Reifel Appointment Book for 1967

Ben Reifel's reminders for meetings with the Appropriations Committee, American Banker's Association, as well as dates for State Department Briefings, Prayer Breakfasts, and various receptions and luncheons.

Ben Reifel Appointment Book for 1977

Contains dates for Ben Reifel's travel to Brookings, Fort Thompson, and DeSmet. Also includes reminders for the Prayer Breakfast, Dentist appointments, and various breakfast and lunch appointments.

Glenard P. Lipscom Memorial Addresses Delivered in Congress

Book of memorial addresses delivered in Congress for the late Glenard P. Lipscomb, a Representative from California. Includes his biography, announcement of death, resolution of respect, as well as tributes from various Representatives in Congress. Ben Reifel's address is on page 71. Also includes a tearsheet of the Congressional Record with Reifel's address.

I am a Sioux Indian

Booklet that contains information on some of the background of the Sioux Indians, as well as some of the traditional religious ceremonies and symbols of the Sioux culture. Includes an introduction written by Ben Reifel.

AmerIndian Article on Ben Reifel

Amerindian, a magazine, that includes an article discussing Ben Reifel leaving the BIA for Congress. This magazine also includes news art programs, Indian centers, and the White House Youth Conference.

Programs for Events Attended by Ben Reifel

Programs from various events that Ben Reifel attended, such as the Indian Youth Conference, various graduation ceremonies, the Big Bend Dam ground breaking ceremony, the 27th Republican Nation Convention, and more.

Ben Reifel Writings

An article on American Indian U.S. reservations by Ben Reifel. Also includes a piece written about his wife, Alice Reifel, and her experiences and duties through out his campaign and years in congress.

Joseph Ward Statute Unveiling Speech by Ben Reifel

Speech that Ben Reifel gave at the Joseph Ward Statue Unveiling, in which he introduces the children of Joseph Ward. Also includes speeches that Ben gave at the University of Utah in regards to alcoholism on Indian reservations.

Ben Reifel Speeches in 1965

Speeches given by Ben Reifel at different events, such as the YGOP Convention, the dedication of Shepard Hall at South Dakota State University, and Dakota Wesleyan University commencement exercises.

Ben Reifel Speeches in 1966

Speeches given by Ben Reifel at different events, such as the Clay County Lincoln Day Banquet, the Third National Conference on Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, and the state workshop of the South Dakota Political Action Committee.

Ben Reifel Speeches in 1967

Speeches given by Ben Reifel at different events, such as the American Legion Convention, GOP State Central Committee Meeting, and the Hamlin County Republican Picnic.

Ben Reifel Speeches in 1971

The speech that Ben Reifel gave at the University of South Dakota Commencement. Also includes the notes he took while preparing for this speech.

Ben Reifel Speeches in 1980

Speech that Ben Reifel gave at the Northern State University Commencement. Also includes newpaper articles of Ben as well as a speech from H.J. Cummings that was given at the Aunnual Conference of the Florida Association for Health and Social Services.

Ben Reifel Speeches in 1981

Speech given by Ben Reifel at a Memorial Day service, as well as a program for that service. Also includes programs from the Indian Sculpture Dedication ceremony.

Ben Reifel Speeches in 1983

Ben Reifel's speeches that he gave at South Dakota State University Commencement. Also includes his rough drafts of the speeches, as well as letters inviting him to speak at the commencements.

Ben Reifel Speeches

Numerous speeches given by Ben for commencements, television, and radio broadcasts, and during his campaign.

Ben Reifel Correspondence Scrapbook

Ben Reifel'scrapbook containing correspondence from many members of Congress in regards to various subjects, such as congratulations, invitations, and rejections of invitations to certain events.

Ben Reifel Campaign Scrapbook

Scrapbook containing newspaper clippings pertaining to Ben Reifel's campaign, time in Congress, and retirement from Congress. Also includes some correspondence to Ben from members of Congress.

City of New York Medallion Given to Ben Reifel

Bronze medallion given to Ben Reifel by the New York City Mayor, John V. Lindsay. The medallion is coin shaped with 'The City of New York" on the outer edge. In the center is a raised relief of a kneeling woman with four women standing beside her and five stars beneath her. The reverse side depicts a city skyline on the outer edge with a man above the city and a woman at the bottom. The center is engraved with'The City of New York to Hon. Ben Reifel by John V. Lindsay, Mayor May 20, 1966'. 'Mantattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, and Richmond' surround the engraving.

U.S.S. South Dakota Battleship X Coin Given to Ben Reifel

U.S.S. South Dakota Battleship X Coin. The gold colored coin has the U.S.S South Dakota ship and 'Battleship X 1942' engraved on one side and an eagle with a shield and and anchor with the words 'Coined in part from the battleship U.S.S. South Dakota known as battleship X'on the reverse. Ben Reifel received these for his service in the military.

Shell Fragment Plaque Given to Ben Reifel

Plaque presented to Ben Reifel by Commanding General Kinmen of the Defense Command in the Republic of China. The plaque is housed in a red velvet box with a red, white, and blue shield attached to the top. The shell fragment is one of a million Russian-made shells that landed on Kinmen, China. It is attached to a wood plaque. At the top is a brass plate with the words ' '. At the bottom is another brass plate with Chinese writing. The back of the plaque has a metal lined hole so it can be hung and a metal stand for display on a flat surface.

Ben and Alice Reifel's World's Fair Congressional Ribbons

Congressional Group ribbons, which were worn by Ben Reifel and his wife, Alice Reifel, during their visit to New York City for the World's Fair. The ribbons are yellow with blue lettering with the works 'Congressional Group New York City' and a seal of the city of New York above the words. A number is located at the bottom for each ribbon, number '3' and '4'. There is a gold pin at the top of each ribbon with 'B. Reifel' in typescript on one and 'Alice Reifel' handwritten on the other. The ribbons were kept in a red felt drawstring bag.

Ben Reifel Correspondence With Linda Hasselstrom

Letter from Congressman Ben Reifel to Linda M. Hasselstrom of Sioux City, Iowa in regards to an article written in the July 11, 1965 issue of the Rapid City Journal about the Sun Dance. Included is a clipping of the article and an additional Rapid City Journal article about Crazy Horse.

Ben Reifel Campaign Contributors

Ledger containing many lists of contributors to Ben Reifel's campaign from different organizations and different counties in South Dakota. Also includes affidavits of campaign expenses.

Al Hayat The American Indians-Yesterday and Today

Al Hayat, an arabic-language magazine which contains an article called The American Indians-Yesterday and Today, as well as a picture of Ben Reifel. Also includes the manuscript for the article, as well as correspondence to Ben Reifel telling him about the magazine and its contents.

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