Theodore G. Lemmon (1855-1932) Papers

1906-1938


Descriptive Summary

Title: Theodore G. Lemmon (1855-1932) Papers
Dates: 1906-1938
Collection Number: GC 1034
Creator/Collector:
Extent: .4 linear ft. (Boxes: 1 legal, 1 oversize folder)
Repository: Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Abstract: The collection consists primarily of literary works, some signed by Lemmon, some anonymous, and a couple by other people. The writings deal with themes related to Southwest Indians, including Hopis, Navajos, Apaches, and Papagos. There is some correspondence (1906-1925) and a few reports about various Indian reservations.
Language of Material: English

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Preferred Citation

Theodore G. Lemmon (1855-1932) Papers. Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

Biography/Administrative History

Lemmon worked for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, first as a school teacher and subsequently as superintendent of several schools. He worked in Keam's Canyon, Arizona; San Carlos, New Mexico; and Grand Junction, Colorado.

Scope and Content of Collection

The collection consists primarily of literary works, some signed by Lemmon, some anonymous, and a couple by other people. The writings deal with themes related to Southwest Indians, including Hopis, Navajos, Apaches, and Papagos. There is some correspondence (1906-1925) and a few reports about various Indian reservations.

Indexing Terms

Indians of North America.
United States. Bureau of Indian Affairs.