Includes Aggie School Directory, History of the School of Agriculture at South Dakota State College and correspondence to Ben Reifel.
Ben Reifel's notes and correspondence in regards to the Black Hills Bill
Correspondence between Ben Reifel and various people from different organizations pertaining to his new job as Superindendant of Pine Ridge Schools.
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.
Correspondence to Ben Reifel about the Northwest Indian 4-H Seminar, as well as an explanatory letter, program schedule, and survey for the seminar.
Ben Reifel's honorary Degrees and letters from University of South Dakota and Northern State College.
Correspondence between Ben Reifel and members of Congress about his wish to be elected to the House Committee of Appropriations.
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.
Correspondence between Ben Reifel and members of the Indian Council Fire in regards to his becoming the Chairman of the Indian Achievement Award and being put on the national board of the Indian Council Fire Publications, Inc.
Itineraries, dinner invitations, and a welcome letter from the American Embassy of Ethiopia to Ben Reifel during his time there.
Itineraries from trips to the different countries Ben Reifel visited in Europe, as well as thank you letters from Ben to everyone who helped them while they were on their trip.
Ben Reifel's correspondence with the Boy Scouts of America
Lists and letters from those who pledged money for Ben Reifel's campaign.
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.
Correspondence between Ben Reifel, members of the Association on American Indian Affairs, and the secretary of Harvard University in regards to his acceptance at the university, and his temporary leave from the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
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.
Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel's transfer from Fort Berthold Reservation to the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota.
Correspondence congratulating Ben Reifel on the thesis he wrote during his education at Harvard University. Also includes correspondence in regards to his being named the Superintendent of the Fort Berthold Reservation in North Dakota.
Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel being awarded the Outstanding American Indian of the Year award.
Correspondence to Ben Reifel in regards to land allotments and their appraisels.
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.
Correspondence to and from Ben Reifel in regards to his campaign for congress.
Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel making an appearance and speaking at various church meetings and colleges.
Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel's successful nomination as a Republican Party candidate in the primaries
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.
Correspondence between Ben Reifel and other members of Congress in which they congratulate him for his victory in winning the election.
Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel and his campaign for congress.
Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel making an appearance at different convention meetings and colleges during his campaign.
Correspondence in which Ben Reifel as well as those helping with his campaign, arranges to speak at different meetings, dinners and events.
Correspondence to and from Ben Reifel pertaining to the start of his campaign for congress.
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.
Letters of congratulations to Ben Reifel on his victory in the election, as well as letters of thanks written on behalf of Ben Reifel to those who supported him.
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.
Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel's re-election victory as well as his opposition to the proposed American Indian Day.
Correspondence in regards to the items Ben Reifel loaned to the Department of Textiles and Clothing at South Dakota State University, as well as memorial cards, and information pertaining to prints and films that were borrowed for certain events.
Correspondence pertaining to Ben Reifel's re-election victory, as well as lists of sessions to attend at the Third Annual Conference on Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, which Ben Reifel was a speaker.
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.
Correspondence in regards to the buckskin vest Ben Reifel loaned to the Department of Textiles and Clothing at South Dakota State University, as well as speeches and statements from Ben Reifel pertaining to the problems facing Indian people.
Correspondence in regards to Ben Reifel being asked to become part of the faculty at Northern State University, University of South Dakota, and South Dakota State University. Also includes items such as birthday cards and letters and minutes from the Bishop Hare Home Board Meeting.
Correspondence pertaining to Ben Reifel's invitation to work at the American Indian Law Center, financial reports, and inquiries about vouchers and checks.
Correspondence between Ben Reifel and the Rock County Star Herald, as well as a citation for Ben Reifel's Honorary Doctrate Degree in Humanities from South Dakota State University.
Correspondence and letters of encouragement pertaining to Ben Reifel and his running for senate again.
Letter from Art Thomas to Ben Reifel in regards to pictures of Reifel's wife, Alice.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Letter to Ben Reifel from Barry Goldwater expressing gratitude for his assistance and support during the campaign.
Letter to Ben Reifel from Bob Dole in regards to Bob participating at the Testimonial Dinner event.
Correspondence between Ben Reifel and George McGovern in regards to Ben's retirement and George's mom's death.
Correspondence between Gerald R. Ford and Ben Reifel pertaining to Gerald expressing his appreciation for Ben's hardwork and his help in passing the President's tax package. Also includes a birthday letter to Ben from Gerald.
Letter to Ben Reifel from Hubert Humphrey congratulating him on his reelection to congress.
Correspondence between Ben Reifel and congressman Karl E Mundt pertaining to Ben's victory on his reelection to congress.
Letters to Ben Reifel from Lyndon B. Johnson in which he wishes Ben a happy birthday.
Correspondence to Ben Reifeil from Nelson A. Rockefeller in which Nelson expresses gratitude for Ben in helping him with his campaign.
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.
Letter to Ben Reifel from Vice President Spiro T. Agnew in which Spiro expresses gratitude for Ben's service in the House of Representatives on the occasion of his retirement.
Letters and cards of congratulations to Ben Reifel for winning the political race for Congress.
Thank you letters and notes sent to Ben Reifel concerning the Dakota Territory Citizen certificates he sent to each Congressman.
Thank you letters and notes sent to Ben Reifel concerning the Dakota Territory Citizen certificates he sent to each Congressman.
Thank you letters and notes sent to Ben Reifel concerning the Dakota Territory Citizen certificates he sent to each Congressman.
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.
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.
Correspondence between Ben Reifel and the Association of Former Members of Congress, as well as pamphlets and meeting information.
Correspondence between the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge and Ben Reifel, as well as minutes from their meetings.
Minutes from the meeting of the Department of Racial and Cultural Relations, as well as correspondence in regards to Moral Re-Armament, which Ben Reifel supported.
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.
Correspondence and other documents related to House Prayer Breakfast group meetings, a forum for notable political, social, and business figures to meet and build relationships. Reifel held the positions of secretary, vice president, and president for the group.
Correspondence and other documents related to prayer breakfast meetings, a forum for notible political, social, and business figures to meet and build relationships.
Correspondence, minutes, and other documents related to Share South Dakota, an organization to better conditions among Indian Americans in South Dakota. Ben Reifel served as vice president to this organization.
Correspondence, minutes, and other documents related to Share South Dakota, an organization to better conditions among Indian Americans in South Dakota. Ben Reifel served as vice president to this organization.
Correspondence and other documents related to Congressman Ben Reifel's decision to retire from Congress.
Correspondence and other documents related to Congressman Ben Reifel's decision to retire from Congress.
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.
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.