Thomas Asylum for Orphan and Destitute Indian Children child commitment contracts
Series Number
A1910
Summary
This series contains signed contracts between parents or guardians and the asylum's superintendent authorizing placement of children in the asylum for "care, education and support". Each agreement contains the parent/guardian's name and address; child's name, sex, Indian nation, age, destitute or orphan status; and agreement date. Many agreements include the child's date of discharge or death.
Creator
Thomas Asylum for Orphan and Destitute Indian Children
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