Francis J. Uplegger photographs, ca. 1915-ca. 1965.

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Uplegger, Francis J., 1867-1964. Francis J. Uplegger photographs, ca. 1915-ca. 1965.

Francis J. Uplegger photographs, ca. 1915-ca. 1965.

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Snapshots, commercial photographs, and postcards collected by the family as momentos of the family and friends, their life as Lutheran missionaries on the San Carlos Indian Reservation, the Apache Indian community they served, and their vacations. Photographs of the immediate family record significant events in their lives, such as weddings and births, and their pastimes, such as horseback riding. Many photographs show the surrounding landscape and the neighboring communities of Globe, Bylas, and Peridot. Many photographs are of their friends and members of their congregations in Wisconsin and Minnesota where Uplegger had served. Many photographs are of the church and parsonage built by Uplegger at San Carlos, and of other churches they visited. Photographs of Native Americans are principally of the San Carlos tribe; some photographs are of other tribes, indicating their general interest in Native American culture. These images include posed snapshot portraits, celebrations and ceremonies, and work. Many images relate to Indian education and show Dorothea Uplegger in the classroom. The family traveled extensively by car. Many national parks and scenic attractions are recorded in snapshots and commercial views. Postcards and photographs of the Apache Trail are included.

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