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Re-Intro to ”Paul Harvey of the Prairie” Jim Thompson

 

“Paul Harvey of the Prairie” Jim Thompson

September 28, 2021

 

                    “Paul Harvey of the Prairie” Jim Thompson

Jim Thompson a radio and rodeo announcer sharing his connections with Native Americans.  You will find out how he got recognized as the  “Voice of the West”.   Jim shares some of his career history.  We learn how he was able to achieve his goals through years of hard work.  He always has had a heart and understanding of Native American issues.  

 

Re Intro to Walter Mills a Lakota Elder Part II

 

Re intro to  --  Walter Mills Lakota Elder Part II

September 21, 2021

Walter Mills, Lakota Elder

It is fascinating to get a view of life on the Pine Ridge Reservation in the 1940’s and 1950’s.  A glimpse of what life was like for Native Americans at that time.  One small fact was you could not purchase dog food at that time.  So if you had a family ranch and loved dogs how did you manage?  It was a pleasure to visit with Walter and have him share his experiences.

 

Re-intro to Walter Mills, Lakota Elder

 

Walter Mills, Lakota Elder

September 7, 2021

Walter Mills, Lakota Elder

Walter is the son of Sidney and Grace Mills.  He grew up on the Pine Ridge Reservation and is an enrolled Oglala Lakota.  He shares what his life was like in the 1940’s and 1950’s on the reservation.  We talk about the beginning of WWII and how Native Americans have a greater percentage per capita of enlisting into the service.  We will continue with Walt’s story part II next week.