Ben Reifel, Francis Reifel, and Lucy Kramer Cohen sit in an auditorium watching a show
Representative Ben Reifel is talking with Minnesota Governor Al Quie and Representative Jim Abdnor at a Republican dinner in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Bank statements and numerous cancelled checks from the Ben Reifel Fund.
Bank statement and cancelled check from classmates for Ben Reifel.
Affidavit of campaign and election expenditures from Ben Reifel's campaign.
Bank statements and cancelled checks from the Reifel for Congress fund for Ben Reifel's campaign.
Bank statements and cancelled checks from the Women for Reifel fund from Ben's campaign.
Ben Reifel's correspondence with the Boy Scouts of America
Receipts from various Broadcasting and Photography companies for Ben Reifel's campaign.
Lists and letters from those who pledged money for Ben Reifel's campaign.
Ben Reifel's receipts from various general office expenses.
Bank deposits and receipts from Ben Reifel's campaign.
Mailing list of district and local episcopal keymen in Ben Reifel's campaign.
Receipts from Ben Reifel's traveling expenses during his 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.
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.
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.
Papers pertaining to Ben Reifel's educational experience and work from Elementary school up until he obtained his Doctorate Degree.
Dark blue, 3-ring House of Representatives Binder that has Ben Reifel's name engraved on it in gold lettering.
Ben Reifel's invitations Boy Scout Events, Pamphlets about Boy Scout events, and Ben's Boy Scout Awards.
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
Young girls performing for Bill Harrison at a fundraising event in Sheridan, Wyoming.
Boy and Brother Gravy Train
Boy Scouts at the Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico
Plaque presented to Ben Reifl by the Boys Scouts of America recognizing his service to American Indian youth. The plaque is a wood shield with a brass plate and Boy Scouts emblems at the center top. The words read 'To the Honorable Ben Reifel in Appreciation for Service to American Indian Youth Through Scouting 1967'.
Boy Scouts of American Silver Antelope Award presented to Ben Reifel in recognition of Scouters of exceptional character who have provided distinguished service within a district. The award is a silver antelope medall suspended from an orange and white ribbon.
Boy Scouts of American Silver Beaver Award presented to Ben Reifel in recognition of Scouters of exceptional character who have provided distinguished service within a council. The award is a silver beaver medal suspended from a blue and white ribbon.
Boy Scouts of American Silver Buffalo Award presented to Ben Reifel in recognition of Scouters of exceptional character who have provided distinguished service at the national level. The award is a silver buffalo medal suspended from a red and white ribbon.
Boy Scouts of American Silver Wolf Award presented to Ben Reifel in The award is a silver buffalo medal suspended from a purple and white ribbon.
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.
Map showing all of the activities of the Bureaus of the Department of the Interior (which Ben Reifel was apart of), west of the Mississippi River.
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.
Part of the business district at Rosebud Agency, South Dakota
Cars used by Morris Wagner of Little Eagle, South Dakota. It is covered with Republican Party campaign posters
Catholic Mission Church at Rosebud Agency, South Dakota
Charles Iron Hawk on Cheyenne River allotment. Married Mary No Water, living on his wife's allotment of 160 acres, 1 room log house with dirt floor and dirt roof
Charles Short Bull living on his father's allotment with a 1 room log house with shingle roof and good floor
Charles Stinking Bear on his share of heirship allotment of 40 acres
People standing on a dock waiting to board a charter fishing boat
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.
Clarence Dillard of Appalachia reads a message at the Mackinac demonstration from executive members of his union. Senior representatives of management, labor, and the professions are taking part in the demonstration with youth
Book of memorial addresses delivered in Congress for the Late Clyde Gilman Doyle, a representative from California. Remarks from Ben Reifel are found of page 68.
College of Home Economics at South Dakota State Univeristy honors Ben Reifel with the title of Honorary Home Economist. The wood plaque is decorated with black grooves on the outer edges. An engraved plate is attached in the center with brass fasteners. The words read 'The College of Home Economics at South Dakota State University Confer Upon Ben Reifel the Title of Honorary Home Economics with all the Priveleges and Favors Thereof'.
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.
Congressional Command and Operation Group view a paradrop demonstration by the 1st Combat Aviation Company at Boscomantico Airfield in Verona, Italy
Congressional Command and Operation Group view a paradrop demonstration by the 1st Combat Aviation Company at Boscomantico Airfield in Verona, Italy
Congressional Command and Operations group at Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy, during briefing on mission and activities of the IIIrd Missile Brigade
Congressional Command and Operations Group view a Corporal demonstrate the guidance section at the 1st Missile Command in Vicenza, Italy
Congressional Command and Operations groups United States Air Force visits Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe near Paris, France. They were received at the International Military Headquarters by General Lauris Norstad, Supreme Allied Commander Europe. Left to right: Major General H.A. Gerhardt, Lt. Col. Hastings Keith; Major J. Edward Roush, Lt. Col. Kenneth W. Hechler, Major Clarke McGregor, General Lauris Norstad, Major W.P. Jennings, Col. Ralph W. Yarborough, Col. Alexander Pirnie, Lt. Col. Ben Reifel, Capt. Ralph R. Harding, Col. William G. Bray. The photograph is signed: To Ben Reifel Loris Norstad
Representative Ben Reifel is part of a Congressional delegation that traveled to Santiago, Chile
Thirty man congressional group is Pisa, Italy being greeted by Colonel Eads G. Hardaway. All are members of the U.S. Army Reserve serving two weeks active duty. They were in Italy for a three day stay to observe the U.S. Army's Southern European Taskforce
Members of the Congressional Party which visited Fort Richardson, Alaska on a tour of the training activities pause to chat and drink hot coffee during a lull in the combat demonstration being presented by the 172d Infantry Brigade at Claxton Drop Zone
Congressional Pictorial Directories from the Ninetieth and ninety-first congress containing pictures of Ben Reifel.
Congressional Wives Club board at a brunch with the first lady
Alice Reifel and three other members of the Congressional Wives Club has a bazaar
