Ben Reifel House of Representatives Commemoration Certificates
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House commemoration certificates for Congressman Ben Reifel.
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Ben Reifel House of Representatives Commemoration Certificates
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House commemoration certificates for Congressman Ben Reifel.
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Ben Reifel's various certificates and awards from many different organizations and groups.
This collection is composed of memorabilia, scrapbooks, campaign items, and personal items related to Reifel's career as a public servant, especially his years in the United States Senate and his work with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The bulk of congressional material is memorabilia and scrapbooks and not records related to his term of office. Other materials are related chiefly to his post-congressional speaking career.
Reifel, Ben, 1906-1990
Board of Trustees: Board Member: Reifel, Ben
Part of South Dakota Art Museum Records
South Dakota Art Museum
SDSU Foundation Distinguished University Benefactor Plaque
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South Dakota State University Foundation recognizes Ben Reifel as a distinguished university benefactor in 1989 with an engraved oval shaped brass plate mounted on a octogon shaped wood plaque. The word of the engraving read 'South Dakota State University Foundation honors Honorable Ben Reifel Class of 1932 Distinguished University Benefactor in recognition of exemplary financial support of higher education 1989'.
Outstanding Service to the Lower Brule Corporation Plaque
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Plaque presented to Ben Reifel for his service as chairman of the board of directors of the Lower Brule Corporation. The wood plaque is cut in the shape of the state of South Dakota. A blue plate is attached to the plaque with brass fasteners and engraved with gold lettering. The words read 'Ben Reifel in Appreciation of 12 Years of Outstanding Service to the Lower Brule Corporation as Chairman of the Board of Directors 1987-1989'.
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.
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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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.
Newspaper Clippings on Ben Reifel's Campaigns
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Newspaper clippings talking about Ben Reifel's campaign for senate, as well as other various news happening in Congress.
Alice Reifel with Dr. Jack Early and family in Mitchell, South Dakota in 1968
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Alice Reifel with Dr. Jack Early and his daughters, Judith, Laura, and Lela in Mitchell, South Dakota
Ben and Frances Reifel with Virginia Smith at a Daughters of the American Revolution meeting in 1987
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Ben Reifel standing between his wife, Frances, and Virginia Smith after Reifel gave a talk to the Clearwater Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution meeting
South Dakota State College Class of 1932 Reunion in 1987
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South Dakota State College Class of 1932 reunion at Alumni Days at South Dakota State University; left to right; Front Row: Nina Mae Cranston Garthune, Charlotte C. Jones, Effie Olson Rishoi, Dorothy Whittemore Goose, Ben Reifel; Back Row: William M. Garthune, Ed Painter, Paul C. Jones, F. Clark Trygstad, Larry Gannon, Kenneth Schoenwether, Otis J. Dahl
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.
Ben Reifel Bureau of Indian Affairs Files
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Travel receipts, reports of Personnel Standards Committee, and Ben Reifel's calendars of appointments.
Newspaper Clippings about Ben Reifel and American Indains
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Newspaper clippings of Ben Reifel and his messages on leaving the past behind and looking toward the future.
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1983-1987
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Correspondence to Ben Reifel about subjects such as tabloid articles, the Institute of the American West, the Indian Reorganization Act, and the Diocese of South Dakota.
Newspaper Clippings about Ben Reifel
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Newspaper clippings of Ben Reifel and his various activities and work, as well as clippings of other notable people and events that were happening during his time.
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Ben and Alice Reifels's passports, as well as federal tax and social security documents.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ben Reifel Certificates of Appreciation
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Certificates of appreciation presented to Ben Reifel from various organizations, groups, and colleges.
Workshop Library on World Humor Award
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Plaque presented to Ben Reifel by the Workshop Library on World Humor. The wood plaque has an engraved plate that reads "In recognition of valued contribution to efforts to enrich life and promote world peace through humor the Workshop Library on World Humor presents to the Honorable Ben Reifel the World Humor Award for 1986 Washington, D.C. May 14 1986'.
Representative Ben Reifel at a Former Members of Congress
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Representative Ben Reifel at a Former Members of Congress meeting
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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.
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.
Newspaper Clippings on Ben Reifel's Career in Congress and Director of National Park Service
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Newspaper articles that mention Ben Reifel's contributions and service to congress, as well as his new position as the assistant to the director of the National Park Service.
Earl L. Bailey Memorial Service
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Earl L. Bailey Memorial Service January 13, 1985 South Dakota Wales Church of God. Contains hymns and sermons from a church service.
Indian Society seminar in Spearfish, South Dakota in 1984
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Former Representative Ben Reifel at a Indian Society seminar at Black Hills State College in Spearfish, South Dakota
Ben Reifel Distinguished Service Awards
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Distinguished service awards for Ben Reifel from various organizations and groups.
Orbens Current Comedy Newsletters
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Ben Reifel's issues 506-528 of Orben's Current Comedy.
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.
Ben Reifel's Boy Scouts Correspondence
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Ben Reifel's correspondence with the Boy Scouts of America
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People standing on a dock waiting to board a charter fishing boat
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.
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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.
Ben and Frances Reifel honored at the South Dakota Memorial Art Center in 1983
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Ben and Alice Reifel standing with a man outside of the South Dakota Memorial Art Center in Brookings, South Dakota, they were honored with awards for their years of service on the board
Ben and Frances Reifel in 1983
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Ben and Frances stand in front of a pine tree with two other people
Ben Reifel and Les Kennedy in 1983
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Ben Reifel and Les Kennedy in Haily, Idaho
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Henry Crawford, Leon Clement, Ben Reifel and Artie Travis pose for a photograph
Institute of the American West Newspapers
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Newspapers sponsered by the Institute of the American west that features some photographs taken by Ben Reifel.
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.
Flandreau Indian School Newsletters
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Flandreau Indian School newsletters that feature articles about Ben Reifel and his proposition of integrating schools.
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.
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Speech that Ben Reifel gave on Memorial Day in which he remembers the fallen soldiers.
South Dakota State University College of Agriculture and Biological Sciences honorees in 1981
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Dean Delwyn Dearborn of the College of Agriculture and Biological Sciences at South Dakota State University honors Al Schock Oscar Olson, Ben Reifel, and an unknown man
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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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Ben Reifel's honorary Degrees and letters from University of South Dakota and Northern State College.
South Dakota State University Centennial Certificate
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South Dakota State University Centennial certificate presented to Ben Reifel for service to South Dakota on the occasion of the 100 year anniversary of the university. The certificate is mounted on a wood plaque plaque board with Plexi glass and in place with metal tacks. The certificate in printed on yellowed paper with brown and black lettering. The words read 'Centennial Certificate during the year which commemotates its beginning on Frbruary 21, 1881, South Daktoa State University proudly recognizes Benjamin Reifel Service to South Dakota dated this eleventh day of June 1981'. It is signed by Dean Delwun Dearborn and President Sherwood Berg.
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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's Interactions with the Boy Scouts
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Ben Reifel's invitations Boy Scout Events, Pamphlets about Boy Scout events, and Ben's Boy Scout Awards.
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Ben Reifel attends a meeting of the National Advisory Council on the Education of Disadvantaged Children
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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 recognized for his work with the National Advisory Council on the Education of Disadvantaged Children
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1976-1980
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Correspondence in regards to The Grand Council of the Eastern Band of Cherokees and their Constitution, as well as letters of congratulations to Ben Reifel for being the recipient of the First Distinguished Award in the Humanities.
National Advisory Council on the Education of Disadvantaged Children in 1980
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Ben Reifel is on the National Advisory Council on the Education of Disadvantaged Children, the group is on the lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C.
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Ben Reifel attends a meeting of the National Advisory Council on the Education of Disadvantaged Children
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Ben Reifel recognized for his work with the National Advisory Council on the Education of Disadvantaged Children
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.
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Ben Reifel's speech on the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Ben Reifel Appointment Book for 1979
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Reminders for Church meetings, travel dates, as well as lists of names and numbers of people who were important to Ben Reifel.
Ben Reifel Black Hills Claim File
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Ben Reifel's notes and correspondence in regards to the Black Hills Bill
Oglala Sioux Tribal Council Distinguished Service Award
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Plaque presented to Ben Reifel in recognition of his distinguished service as a charter member of the Oglala Sioux Parks Board in 1978. The plaque is a wood shield with an engraved brass plate in the center and decorative leaves on the edge of the plate. The words read 'Distinguished Service Award of the Oglala Sioux Tribal Council (Resolution No. 78-631) Presented to Ben Reifel in recognition of His Outstanding Service to the Oglala Sioux Trive as a Charter Member of the Oglala Sioux Parks Board, Inc. May 10, 1978'.
National Advisory Council on the Education of Disadvantaged Children Award
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Ben Reifel was recognized for this service to the National Advisory Council on the Education of Disadvantaged Children. The wood plaque has an eagle with its wings spread over a shield at the top and an engraved plate. The words read 'National Advisory Council on the Education of Disadvantaged Children Ben Reifel 1974-1978 In Grateful Appreciation for Outstanding and Distinguished Service to America's Disadvantaged'.
Ben Reifel, Governor Al Quie, and Representative Jim Abdnor at a Republican dinner in 1977
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Representative Ben Reifel is talking with Minnesota Governor Al Quie and Representative Jim Abdnor at a Republican dinner in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Ben Reifel Appointment Book for 1977
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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.
Ben Reifel File on American Indians and 4-H
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Correspondence to Ben Reifel about the Northwest Indian 4-H Seminar, as well as an explanatory letter, program schedule, and survey for the seminar.
President Jimmy Carter Inauguration
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Invitation and program of the 1977 inauguration ceremony of President Jimmy Carter which Ben Reifel attended.
Minnehaha County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner
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Speeches given at the Minnehaha County Republican Party Lincoln Day dinner, which Ben Reifel was honored at for his years of service. Topics covered included economic slavery, leadership, future growth of the republican party, and freedom. March 25, 1977
Minnehaha County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner
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Speeches given at the Minnehaha County Republican Party Lincoln Day dinner, which Ben Reifel was honored at for his years of service. Topics covered included economic slavery, leadership, future growth of the republican party, and freedom. March 25, 1977
Ben Reifel and Tom Kleppe in 1976
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Ben Reifel, former representative from South Dakota, speaks with North Dakota Representative Tom Kleppe and another man, the photograph is signed to Ben Reifel from Tom Kleppe
Ben and Francis Reifel with Senator Larry Pressler in 1976
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Ben and Francis Reifel with Senator Larry Pressler in Washington, D.C.
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.
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.
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.
Ben Reifel Appointment Book for 1976
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Ben Reifel's appointments for the dentist and doctors visits. Also includes travel dates to Cleveland and Washington D.C., and various other meetings.
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.
Ben Reifel Appointment Commissioner of Indian Affairs
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Newpaper clippings that pertain to Ben Reifel's appointment as Commissioner of Indian Affairs
South Dakota Committee on the Humanities Distinguished Award in the Humanities
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Plaque presented to Ben Reifel by the South Dakota Committee on the Humanities for his continued support of humanities program. The wood plaque has an engraved plate with the words 'South Dakota Committee on the Humanities Distinguished Award in the Humanities 1976 Presented to Ben Reifel for his I1itiative as a COngressman in Helping to Create the NEH and for his Continued Support of Humanities Programs'.
Ben Reifel at a Former Members of Congress meeting in 1975
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Ben Reifel and a former Congressman from Alaska at a Former Members of Congress meeting in Washington, D.C.
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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.
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.
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.
Ambassador Edward Peale of Liberia in 1974
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Mrs. Robert Orben and Ambassador Edward Peale of Liberia chatting in a home setting
Barbara Peet and Robert Orben in 1974
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Barbara Peet and Robert Orben talking in a living room
Florence Peale of Liberia in 1974
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Florence Peale, wife of Ambassador Edward Peale of Liberia, is visiting the Mrs. Robert Orben, wife of the speech writer for President Nixon
Robert Orben, President Nixon's speech writer in 1974
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Barbara Peet, Robert Orben, and another woman in a living room setting, Orben is President Nixon's speech writer
Representative Ben Reifel in 1973
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Representative Ben Reifel talking with an unknown man
Ben Reifel's Correspondence for 1973
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Letter from Art Thomas to Ben Reifel in regards to pictures of Reifel's wife, Alice.
How to Go Broke in the Tourist Business
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Paper presented by Harry G. Clement, president, Clement-Smith, Inc., at the First Indian Tourism Seminar at the Center for Continuing Education in Lincoln, Nebraska titled 'How to Go Broke in the Tourist Business (Particularly on an Indian Reservation)'.
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.
Reifel Family Marriage and Death Certificates
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Death certificate of Alice Reifel, wife of Ben Reifel, and a marriage certificate of William M. Reifel and Lucy B. Breast, Ben Reifel's parents.
Ben Reifel at the dedication of the Jewel Cave Visitor Center in 1972
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Ben Reifel at the dedication of the Jewel Cave Visitor Center near Custer, South Dakota. Cutting the ribbon are E.Y. Berry, Jim Abourezk, and Howard Baker
Indian Council Fire Achievement Award Ceremony in 1971
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Dr. Ned A. Hatathli, President of Navajo Community College, received the 1971 Indian Council Fire achievement award from Ben Reifel; from left to right: Dr. Ned A. Hatathli; Louis R. Bruce, Commissioner of Indian Affairs; Ben Reifel, director, Office of Indian Programs, National Parks Service; Elmer Bennett, Arrow Inc.
Representative Ben Reifel with Representative Mike Kirwan
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Representative Ben Reifel with Representative Mike Kirwan, a Democrat from Ohio
Representative Mike Kirwan wearing an American Indian headdress
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Representative Mike Kirwan, a Democrat from Ohio, is having an American Indian headdress places on his head by an unknown American Indian man
Vice President Hubert Humphrey shakes hands with people
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United State Vice President Hubert Humphrey shakes hand with three men