Representative Ben Reifel aboard the USS Lake Champlain CVS-39, an Essex-class aircraft carrier
Representative Ben Reifel visits the main ship's store aboard the USS Lake Champlain CVS-39, an Essex-class aircraft carrier
Representative Ben Reifel aboard the USS Lake Champlain CVS-39, an Essex-class aircraft carrier
Representative Ben Reifel and John Roy Lucas, electronics technician first class, from Madison, South Dakota, talking aboard the USS John Marshall, an Ethan Allen-class submarine
Representative Ben Reifel shakes hands with a man in front of Christopher Columbus' cabin aboard a replica of the ship the Santa Maria
Portrait of Representative Ben Reifel, a Republican from the First District of South Dakota
Portrait of Representative Ben Reifel, a Republican from the First District of South Dakota
Portrait of Representative Ben Reifel, a Republican from the First District of South Dakota
Representative Ben Reifel pointing with his right hand
Representative Ben Reifel talking with two men
Former Representative Ben Reifel talking with a man in a classroom
Portrait of Representative Ben Reifel, a Republican from the First District of South Dakota
Portrait of Representative Ben Reifel, a Republican from the First District of South Dakota
Portrait of Representative Ben Reifel, a Republican from the First District of South Dakota
Representative Ben Reifel is seated in an audience, the audience is applauding
Representative Ben Reifel is talking to a constituent
Representative Ben Reifel and an unknown man in Washington, D.C.; there is illegible writing in the bottom right hand corner of the image
Representative Ben Reifel, Representative E.Y. Berry, and Web Hill looking at a beaded American Indian shirt in Reifel's Washington, D.C. office
Representative Ben Reifel with a traveling classroom group from Nova Scotia on the steps of the US Capitol in 1964
Reporters and supporters listening to Ronald Reagan in Brookings, South Dakota campaigning for Nixon-Agnew in 1968
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 prayer breakfast meetings, a forum for notible political, social, and business figures to meet and build relationships.
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.
Scrapbook of Reifel Shots, Ben Reifel's, a newsletter of current issues in Congress, as well as the measures being taken to address and fix these issues.
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.
The activities series is composed of files related to activities that Reifel worked on throughout his life. These items include correspondence and miscellaneous items from Reifel's work with the Boy Scouts of America, the National Park Service, the South Dakota Art Museum and the South Dakota Committee on the Humanities. There are four files of Dakota Territory Citizen Certificates which was a project Reifel worked on after being elected for the first time. These include thank you letters from every member of Congress. Also included are items about Native Americans, trips made by Reifel while in Congress, and several activities that were executed by virtue of being a Congressman.
Rajmohan Gandhi, grandson of the Mahatma, and Editor-in-Chief of the Indian weekly ""Himmat,"" addressing over 800 delegates to the Mackinac demonstration in 1965
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.
Flyers, seating lists, and programs from various events that Ben Reifel attended and was a guest speaker.
Speech about Problems in Indian Education, given by Ben Reifel during his time as Superindendant at the Pine Ridge Indian Agency.
Press releases from South Dakota State University, United States Department of the Interior, and other institutions that mention Ben Reifel's accomplishments and plans for running for congress.
President Richard Nixon delivering his budget address to Congress
Offical guidebook to the 1969 inauguration ceremony of President Richard M. Nixon which Ben Reifel attended.
President Lyndon B. Johnson walks out of a room in front of three other men
Official inaugural program from the 1965 inauguration ceremony of President Lyndon B. Johnson which Ben Reifel attended.
President Lyndon B. Johnson greets other men at an event
President Lyndon B. Johnson greets other men at an event
President Lyndon B. Johnson greets other men at an event
President Lyndon B. Johnson greets other men at an event
President Lyndon B. Johnson and two other men stand behind a table at an event
President Lyndon B. Johnson and Senator Frank Carlson bow their heads solemnly
President Lyndon B. Johnson and Senator Frank Carlson at an event
President Lyndon B. Johnson and Senator Frank Carlson at an event
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.
Invitation and program of the 1977 inauguration ceremony of President Jimmy Carter which Ben Reifel attended.
President Dwight Eisenhower is speaking at an event, there are men holding microphones in front of him
United States President Dwight D. Eisenhower with a group of people
Signed portrait from Senator Karl Mundt to Representative Ben Reifel: To Ben Reifel, A great campaigner with a bright congressional future. You are a real credit to our native state of South Dakota. Karl E. Mundt, U.S. Senate Jan. 16, 1961
Portrait of Major General Eugene F. Cardwell, Commanding General, Southern European Task Force
Signed portrait from Representative E.Y. Berry to Representative Ben Reifel: Best wishes to by colleague - a good Congressman Ben Reifel, E.Y. Berry
Portrait of Ben Reifel during his 1960 campaign for Congress
Monthly newsletters highlighting various activities and updates in the Pine Ridge Agency during Ben Reifel's time as Superindentant.
Large group of people in front of the building at the Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico
Phillip Ritterbush, Special Assistant for Scientific Matters, Congressman Robert T. Ashmore, and Alice Reifel talking during an Evening at the Smithsonian
Group of five people looking at maps
Paul Bear Save Life on an heirship land of 80 acres
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.
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 issues 506-528 of Orben's Current Comedy.
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'.
Newspaper clippings that talk about Ben Reifel speaking at different churches during his campaign, in which he discussed the federal policy for Indians.
Newspaper clippings that mention Ben Reifel's Outstanding Indian award, as well as articles covering the All American Indian Days.
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.
Newspaper clippings talking about Ben Reifel's campaign for senate, as well as other various news happening in Congress.
Newspaper clippings of Ben Reifel and his work for Boy Scouts of America.
Newspaper clippings of Ben Reifel and his messages on leaving the past behind and looking toward the future.
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.
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.
Representative E.Y. Berry, Senator Karl Mundt, and Representative Ben Reifel are the guests of Harold Levinger of Yankton, South Dakota at the National Retail Merchants Association dinner in Washington, D.C.
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 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.
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'.
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.
Miss Indian America Thomasine Hill is presenting Representative Ben Reifel an award at the Bill Harrison Fundraising event in Sheridan, Wyoming
Papers on Indian Health and education, as well as booklets on voting, South Dakota State University Alumni, and a few of Ben Reifel's biographies. Also includes a few NPS Newsletters.
Ben Reifel's various certificates and awards from many different organizations and groups.
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
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
Representative Ben Reifel is part of the Mexico-U.S. Interparliamentary group
Representative Ben Reifel meets with other members of the 1968 Democratic National Congressional Committee
Representative Ben Reifel meets with other members of the 1968 Democratic National Congressional Committee
Representative Ben Reifel is with other members of the 1968 Democratic National Congressional Committee
Representative Ben Reifel is with other members of the 1968 Democratic National Congressional Committee
Members of Congress in session in the chambers of the United Stated capitol building
Masahide Shibusawa, Japanese business man, who is in charge of the work of Moral Re-Armament in Japan, speaks at the Mackinac demonstration. He has come to plan for the delegation of 100 Japanese students arriving later in July. Shibusawa's great-grandfather was the founder of modern industrial Japan
Maj. Gen. J. Strom Thurmond accompanied by Honor Guard Commander Capt. Charles E. Guilford salutes the colors during Honor Guard ceremonies
Luck Spider Back Bone living on his allotment of 640 acres, 1 room log house, dirt root, and dirt floor
Little Boy Jingle
Speech that Ben Reifel gave at the Lincoln Day celebration in which he comments and reports on important prospects for the election year.
Labon Holy Pipe on his own allotment of 32- acres, house build with personal funds
KELOLAND-TV achor introduction to documentary 'The Campaigners' that was filmed in South Dakota and featured Congressman Ben Reifel from South Dakota and Sir Harry Legge-Bourke, Member of Parliament from the Isle of Ely. The documentary showed the different techniques between elections in the United States and elections in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
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.
Johnson Scabby Face on his deceased daughter's allotment as he is the sole heir to the estate of 160 acres
John White Bear living on his grandmother's allotment of 160 acres
John Garnier, a mix blood living on his wife's allotment of 160 acres with a two room log house, shingle roof, and good floor
John Bean Robe on his deceased wife's allotment of 320 acres
Man explaining the jobs and responsibilities of the Field Support Committee.
Flanked by American Indian elders and overseas delegates, J. Blanton Belk gives the keynote speech at the demonstration for modernizing America on Mackinac Island, Michigan. Ben Reifel is visible in the background looking left
Distinguished Service and Valor awardees and the Secretariat - 25th Honor Awards Convocation - Interior auditorium; Left to Right - Top Row: Captain Matthew V. Carson, Jr., USN, Office of the Secretary; Joseph V.B. Wells, Geological Survey; Christopher J. San Fellipo, Geological Survey; Paul Zinner, Bureau of Mines; Ulric J Gendron, Bureau of Reclamation; William M. Deaton, Bureau of Mines; James Westfield, Bureau of Mines; Elmer P. Myers, Bureau of Indian Affairs; John S. Knowles, Bureau of Land Management; George L. Collins, National Park Service; Charles E. Peterson, National Park Service; A. Clark Stratton, National Park Service; Dick Sutton, National Park Service; Left to Right - Front Row: Floyd H. Phillips, Bureau of Indian Affairs; Alphonse Kemmerich, Bureau of Commercial Fisheries; Administrative Assistant Secretary Beasley; Andrew W. Anderson; Bureau of Commercial Fisheries; Monty Wilcox; Louise A. Wilcox; Orpha R. McPherson, Bureau of Indian Affairs; Secretary Udall; Clara B. Gonzales, Bureau of Indian Affairs; Assistant Secretary Carver; Assistant Secretary Holum; Fannibelle Jackson, Bureau of Land Management; Under Secretary Carr; Assistant Secretary Briggs; Benjamin Reifel, Bureau of Indian Affairs; Father John G. Kuhn, Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle
