[Journal, 1824-1827] [microform].

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[Journal, 1824-1827] [microform].

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Journal with copies of his letters to his employers - the American Fur Company, relating to his activities as Indian agent among the Indians at Grand Marais and the La Pointe region, Michigan territory. Describes the fur trade and fishing performed by Indians for his agency, affairs of competing agents and starvation of Indians during the winter.

1 reel of 1 (54 items) : positive ; 35 mm.

Clarke Historical Library

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Johnston, George, 1796-1861.

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George Johnston was the son of John Johnston and the daughter of Waub-o-jeeg, a prominent chief of the Lake Superior Chippewas. George was born in the Sault Sainte Marie area in 1796. He was formally educated in the English tradition in Montreal. George returned to Sault Sainte Marie in 1808. His family was an important part of the Old Northwest Territories. He was acquainted with the dominant cultures of the area and spoke fluent French, Chippewa, and English. George was also well acquainted wi...

American Fur Company

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