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Part of Benjamin Reifel Papers
Correspondence between Ben Reifel and members of Congress in regards to his appointment as assistant for Indian Affairs to the Director of National Park service.
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Part of Benjamin Reifel Papers
Correspondence between Ben Reifel and members of Congress in regards to his appointment as assistant for Indian Affairs to the Director of National Park service.
Ben Reifel File on Forum Inc. of the Great Plains
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Ben Reifel's roster of those who attended the meeting of Forum, Inc. of the Great Plains, as well as talks given by some of those who attended the meeting.
Native Americans: Rosebud Sioux Tribal Election Dispute
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United State Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit proceedings of Rosebud Sioux Tribe of South Dakota v. Ed Driving Hawk case involving an election dispute. Also included is correspondence between Ben Reifel and the attorneys.
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Correspondence and other documents related to Congressman Ben Reifel's decision to retire from Congress.
Ben Reifel Distinguished Service Awards
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Distinguished service awards for Ben Reifel from various organizations and groups.
Ben Reifel's Affidavit of Campaign Expenses
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Bank statements and numerous cancelled checks from the Ben Reifel Fund.
Federal Laws Relating to Campaigns
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Booklets about laws relating to federal corrupt practices and political activities, as well as a letter to republican nominees like Ben Reifel from the National Republican Congressional Committee in regards to filing reports of campaign receipts and expenditures.
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Buttons and pins for Ben Reifel;s campaign.
Ben Reifel News Stories Regarding Senate Campaign
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List of newspapers, as well as clippings from different newspapers regarding Reifel running for Senate.
Harvey Dunn Paintings and Drawings
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Art book of Harvey Dunn's paintings and drawings, signed by Dunn for Ben Reifel and his wife.
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Various articles about topics collected by Ben Reifel such as suicide, education, reservations and administration among American Indians. Also includes articles about Ben Reifel during the senate race.
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Newspaper clippings containing summaries of reports on the World-Wide Aid Program.
Congressional Pictorial Directories
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Congressional Pictorial Directories from the Ninetieth and ninety-first congress containing pictures of Ben Reifel.
Historical Overview of the Indian Life in South Dakota
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Group study conducted in partial fulfillment of the requirements in a history course, 'Problems in Historical Interpretation' at Southern State College in Springfield, South Dakota.
Orbens Current Comedy Newsletters
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Ben Reifel's issues 506-528 of Orben's Current Comedy.
Indian Achievement Award Winners
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Book featuring Ben Reifel, as well as many others who have been awarded the Indian Achievement Award of the Indian Council Fire.
Hill Country Lyndon Johnson's Texas Keepsake Book
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Keepsake book prepared to accompany a NBC televison tour of Central Texas with commentar from President Lyndon Johnson and his wife, Lady Bird.
Commemorative Booklets of Congressional Dinners
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Booklet of the 25th Anniversary Victory Dinner, featuring the services of Francis Case that includes photographs of Ben Reifel, and a booklet from the Congressional Dinner, which features an article on Ben Reifel and his wife, Alice Reifel.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1931-1932
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Correspondence between Ben Reifel and the Department Head of Dairy Husbandry at South Dakota State University in regards to Ben asking for work in the laboratory there.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1950-1951
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Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel and an article he wrote for the Christian Science Monitor while he was at Harvard. Also includes correspondence between Reifel and the Department of the Interior in regards to his studies of relocation for Crow Creek and Lower Brule reservations.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1960
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Letter from Ben Reifel to Everett E. Hagen, Professor of Economics, expressing his gratitude for hospitality during his stay in Aberdeen and at the reservations.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1960
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Correspondence to and from Ben Reifel in regards to his campaign for congress.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1960
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Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel making an appearance and speaking at various church meetings and colleges.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1972
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Correspondence and letters of encouragement pertaining to Ben Reifel and his running for senate again.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1974
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Correspondence to Ben Reifel regarding his sending checks of support to his friends for their campaigns, as well as a copy of Mike Ford's prayer from the House Prayer Breakfast.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence with Barry Goldwater
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Letter to Ben Reifel from Barry Goldwater expressing gratitude for his assistance and support during the campaign.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence with Lyndon B. Johnson
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Letters to Ben Reifel from Lyndon B. Johnson in which he wishes Ben a happy birthday.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence with Richard M. Nixon
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Correspondence to Ben Reifel from Richard M. Nixon in which Richard congratulates Ben on his victory on being reelected to Congress, as well as expressing gratitude to Ben for supporting his recommendations in office.
Ben Reifel Correspondence With Linda Hasselstrom
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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 Career in the Military
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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.
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Poems, biographies, short stories, and speeches written by Ben Reifel.
Ben Reifel Campaign Publications
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Pamphlets, flyers, and stationery for Ben Reifel's campaign for Congress.
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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 Lyndon B. Johnson Inauguration
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Official inaugural program from the 1965 inauguration ceremony of President Lyndon B. Johnson which Ben Reifel attended.
Glenard P. Lipscom Memorial Addresses Delivered in Congress
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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.
Newspaper clippings on Ben Reifel's Speaking Engagements
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Newspaper clippings that talk about Ben Reifel speaking at different churches during his campaign, in which he discussed the federal policy for Indians.
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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.
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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.
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College commencement and campaign speeches given by Ben Reifel, and also includes a speech from the Brookings County Lincoln Day celebration.
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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.
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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.
Alumni-South Dakota State University Aggie Picnic
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Includes Aggie School Directory, History of the School of Agriculture at South Dakota State College and correspondence to Ben Reifel.
Dakota Territory Citizen Certificates-Abernethy-Everett
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Thank you letters and notes sent to Ben Reifel concerning the Dakota Territory Citizen certificates he sent to each Congressman.
Dakota Territory Citizen Certificates-Fascell-Multer
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Thank you letters and notes sent to Ben Reifel concerning the Dakota Territory Citizen certificates he sent to each Congressman.
Delegation of the Mexico-United states Interparliamentary Group
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Meeting itineraries, travel information, and correspondence between Ben Reifel and members of Congress about his interest in being a member of the Mexico-United States Interparliamentary Group.
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Correspondence between Ben Reifel and the Association of Former Members of Congress, as well as pamphlets and meeting information.
Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge
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Correspondence between the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge and Ben Reifel, as well as minutes from their meetings.
Ben Reifel House Committee Assignments
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Correspondence between Ben Reifel and members of Congress about his wish to be elected to the House Committee of Appropriations.
Ben Reifel interactions with Arrow, Inc.
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Pamphlets and reports about Arrow, Inc. (Americans for Restitute and Rightings of Old Wrongs) collected by Ben Reifel.
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Itineraries and reception guest lists from Ben Reifel's visit to Asia.
Ben Reifel Interactions with Indian Council Fire
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Correspondence and invitations from the Indian Council Fire in regards to the annual Indian Achievement Award Presentation Dinner in honor of Ben Reifel in Chicago.
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Itineraries, dinner invitations, and a welcome letter from the American Embassy of Ethiopia to Ben Reifel during his time there.
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Informational brochures, activities schedules, and dinner invitations to Ben Reifel during his visit to Israel.
Briefing Kit for Ben Reifel's Trip to China
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Briefing kit for Ben Reifel's visit to China as part of the Army Reserve Congressional Command and Operations Group. Included are inineraries , lunch and dinner guest lists, information on transportation, currency conversion, shopping, and maps of the area. Also includes information on his hotel arrangements as well.
Pine Ridge Agency Bureau of Indians Affairs Newsletters
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Monthly newsletters highlighting various activities and updates in the Pine Ridge Agency during Ben Reifel's time as Superindentant.
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Correspondence and other documents related to Congressman Ben Reifel's decision to retire from Congress.
South Dakota Committee on the Humanities
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Comments by John J. Barcroft, Director, Division of Public Programs, National Endowment for the Humanities, at the presentation of the Distinguished Award in the Humanities to Congressman Ben Reifel. Also included is correspondence and pamphlets.
South Dakota Memorial Art Center
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Correspondence, publications, and other documents related to Ben Reifel's dealings with the South Dakota Memorial Art Center, including his American Indian art collection and his service on their board of directors.
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Pamphlets for Ben Reifel's campaigns.
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Bank deposits and receipts from Ben Reifel's campaign.
Ben Reifel's Affidavit of Campaign Expenses
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Bank statement and cancelled check from classmates for Ben Reifel.
Ben Reifel's Campaign Travel Expenses
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Receipts from Ben Reifel's traveling expenses during his campaign.
Ben Reifel's Campaign Mailing List
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Mailing list of district and local episcopal keymen in Ben Reifel's campaign.
Ben Reifel Stand on Campaign Issues
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Notes, manuscripts from interviews, and speeches on Ben Reifel's stance on issues such as 'Operation Safeguard', social security, and parity of income for farmers.
Sample Ballots for 1960 South Dakota Primary Election
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Republican Party sample ballots for the 1960 primary election
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Ben Reifel's travel and meeting schedules for his congressional campaign.
South Dakota Republication Party Platform
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Ben Reifel's note on the South Dakota Republican party platform during Ben Reifel's campaign.
Newspaper Clippings about Ben Reifel and the Boy Scouts
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Newspaper clippings of Ben Reifel and his work for Boy Scouts of America.
American Indian Rights, Education, and Way of Life Publications
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Ben Reifel's copies of various articles, pamphlets, and booklets pertaining to American Indian rights, education, and way of life.
Flandreau Indian School Newsletters
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Flandreau Indian School newsletters that feature articles about Ben Reifel and his proposition of integrating schools.
Pamphlets Collected by Ben Reifel
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Bureau of Indian Afffairs and Farm Home Administration pamphlets pertaining to American Indian culture, census information, and farm loans. Other miscellaneous pamphlets are also included.
Programs Collected by Ben Reifel
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Flyers, seating lists, and programs from various events that Ben Reifel attended and was a guest speaker.
Bureau of Indian Affairs Reports and Conference Materials
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Reports on The Community Mental Health Program in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, schedule for Secretary of the Interior's conference in Sante Fe, New Mexico, and Secretary Stewart L. Udall's remarks, and the final report for the Department of Mental Health titled, 'Cross-Cultural Study of Cognitive Development on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation by Gilbert Voyat and Setphen Silk.
Amepnka Russian Language Magazine No. 67
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Amepnka, a Russian language magazine America Illustrated, which contains a 28 page insert on the American Indians.
What's New, An Abbott Laboraties Publication
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Part 1 and 2 What's New, an Abbott Laboratories publication, which featured the latest medical news and issues during that year. It also included an article titled 'The Problems of Indian Medical Care'.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1956
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Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel being awarded the Outstanding American Indian of the Year award.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1960
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Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel's successful nomination as a Republican Party candidate in the primaries
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1960
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Correspondence between Ben Reifel's campaign manager and those in charge of certain events and schools, arranging for Ben to speak. Also includes itineraries of events that Ben attends.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1960
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Correspondence between Ben Reifel and other members of Congress in which they congratulate him for his victory in winning the election.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1961
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Letters of congratulations to Ben Reifel for being awarded the Distinguished Service Award of the Department of the Interior, as well as for being elected to Congress.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1963
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Letters of thanks written to Ben Reifel by other members of Congress in regards to him sending them copies of the Indian Prayers he shared at the Prayer Group. Also includes letters asking Ben Reifel if he would contribute any items to the Historic Costume and Textile Collection at South Dakota State College.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1964
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Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel's re-election victory as well as his opposition to the proposed American Indian Day.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1967
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Birthday cards and letters for Ben Reifel, as well as correspondence pertaining to giving his files and records to South Dakota. Also includes correspondence pertaining to Ben Reifels campaign for the following year.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1981-1982
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Correspondence to Ben Reifel pertaining to geneology, college scholarships, as well as invitations to speak at different colleges and the Upward Bound banquet at University of South Dakota.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1989
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Progress reports from Ben Reifel during his time in Congress that talk about what he had been doing and what bills he had passed, and also includes a thank you letter from the Lower Brule Farm Corporation.
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Contains a couple of Ben Reifel's biographies which were used at his graduation as a Doctor of Law from University of South Dakota.
President Richard M. Nixon Inauguration
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Offical guidebook to the 1969 inauguration ceremony of President Richard M. Nixon which Ben Reifel attended.
Ben Reifel Speaking Engagements
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Programs from different college commencements and recognition dinners at which Ben Reifel was speaker.
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Posters for Ben Reifel's political campaigns.
University of South Dakota Institute of Indian Studies
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Institute of Indian Studies magazine, which contains a biographical article about Ben Reifel, highlighting his accomplishments and Political and Tribal background.
Programs for Events Attended by Ben Reifel
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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.
Lincoln Day Speech by Ben Reifel
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Speech that Ben Reifel gave at the Lincoln Day celebration in which he comments and reports on important prospects for the election year.
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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.
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Commencement speech given by Ben Reifel at the Washington High School in Sioux Falls.
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Ben Reifel's speech on the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
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Numerous speeches given by Ben for commencements, television, and radio broadcasts, and during his campaign.
Dakota Territory Citizen Certificates-Norrell-Zelenko
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Thank you letters and notes sent to Ben Reifel concerning the Dakota Territory Citizen certificates he sent to each Congressman.
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Roster of House Wednesday Group members with Ben Reifel's name on it, as well as an introduction and overview of what they do in the group.
Ben Reifel Black Hills Claim File
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Ben Reifel's notes and correspondence in regards to the Black Hills Bill
South Dakota Committee on the Humanities
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Comments by John J. Barcroft, Director, Division of Public Programs, National Endowment for the Humanities, at the presentation of the Distinguished Award in the Humanities to Congressman Ben Reifel. Also included is correspondence and pamphlets.