Tim Johnson Postcard Collection
 
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    Identifier

    FLSC_TJPC_01272017_0450

    Description

    This color photographic postcard features the Whiteford family archeological dig outside of Salina, Kansas. Skeletal remains have labels with a piece of paper placed on the remains. Other artifacts are also labeled. Printed text is at the bottom of the card. Printed text is on the back of the card.

    Physical Description

    4"x 5" photographic postcard

    Subject

    Indigenous people, Mass burials, Graves, Archaeology--America--History--20th century, Saline County (Kan.)

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    This material may be protected by copyright law (Title 17 U.S.Code)

    Publisher

    Digitized by FHSU Digital Collections

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    For questions or to request permissions, contact ScholarsRepository@fhsu.edu

    Language

    eng

    Transcription

    Indian Burial Pits, Salina, Kansas. Indian Burial Pits 4 miles east on Highway No. 40 Salina, Kansas. One of the most important archaeological discoveries in the middle west. Skeletal remains of 146 Indians, uncovered and left just exactly as they were placed there many centuries ago. Artifacts such as pottery, ceremonial flint knives, necklaces from clam shells, grinding stones, etc., may also be seen throughout the pit.

    Postcard: Indian Burial Pits, 4 Miles East on Highway No. 40, Salina, Kansas

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