Because of our retreat, front offices will be closed Friday, October 23, and have limited hours Thursday, October 22 and Monday, October 26. Please note that email will continue to be checked regularly.
First Signing for Bearskin Biography Wednesday, Sep 30 2009
A book signing was recently held at the Wyandotte Nation Tribal Center, in Wyandotte, Oklahoma, for the release of a new book. Kwa-hoo-sha-ha-ke, American Indian Warrior Hero, is a book about the life of Leaford Bearskin, Chief of the Wyandotte Nation. Written by noted local author and historian, Fredrea Cook, it was released in very limited edition. Published by the Gregath Publishing Company of Wyandotte, Oklahoma, books have already been shipped as far away as Australia. The book touches on the life of Chief Bearskin, from early childhood in the Wyandotte Reserve to his current position as head of the Wyandotte Nation. His lengthy career as an Air Force bomber pilot in the South Pacific during World War II, where he flew 46 unscathed bombing missions, followed by 29 Berlin Airlift missions is covered in the publication. It also looks at his Federal Civil Service career of many years and some of the achievements of the past twenty-six years serving as Chief of his tribe. From modest conditions within the Wyandotte Reserve of the 1920’s to life as a head of state, the book gives a glimpse into the life of one man who has served his country for 40 years and his tribe for 26 years. Recently re-elected to another term as Chief of the Wyandotte Nation, Leaford Bearskin continues to envision, and work towards, better things for his people and community. A long time historian and genealogist, Mrs. Cook has written several books, including college level text books. She has also developed and taught genealogical research and writing classes for colleges and universities. A Director of the Genealogical Speakers Guild, she also belongs to the Association of Professional Genealogists, National Genealogical Society, Federation of Genealogical Societies, Oklahoma Historical Society and numerous historical and lineal organizations. Mrs. Cook and her husband, Fredas, make their home in the Twin Bridges area of Ottawa County.
2010 Genealogy Event Announced Tuesday, Sep 29 2009
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The speaker and date for our 2010 event has been announced.
Deadline for registering for 2009 is Thursday, October 1, 2009.
2009 Retreat Deadline Upon Us Tuesday, Sep 22 2009
Events and Genealogy and Updates 2009, deadline, register, retreat 4:34 pm
October 1 Deadline for registration: Genealogy Retreat on the lake
Paid registrants will be signed up for a private E-Group for shared updates and ongoing networking that includes an informal writer’s group atmosphere. Register by the end of next week or be left out.
This weekend Friday, Sep 18 2009
If near West Seneca, Oklahoma this weekend, come to the Eastern Shawnee Pow Wow. Incoming President, Carrie Cook, is the photographer this year – track her down and say “Hi”.
Visit us this week at FGS Monday, Aug 31 2009
Are you in Little Rock, Arkansas for FGS this week? If so, stop by Booth 603 in the Exhibit Hall – we’d love to say hi!
Needless to say, our office folk will not be in this week. However, email is checked daily and we will get back with you!
More about Bearskin Biography Wednesday, Aug 26 2009
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Kwa-hoo-sha-ha-ke (Flying Eagle) – American Indian Warrior Hero, A Glimpse Into the Life of Leaford Bearskin Chief of the Wyandotte Nation is a book that could had been written so much sooner. Through the efforts of the author, Fredrea Gregath Cook, this insightful look at the life of this dynamic personality, will be available in time for this year’s annual meeting and pow-wow of the Wyandotte Nation, September 11, 2009.
Deeply committed to preserving and promoting history of the region, Cook chose this biography as her latest project. Her published work spans preserving local records and families, several titles of lineage research, as well as college texts. A long time friend of Bearskin, personal knowledge, research in public and private collections, and a recent series of interviews serve to round out this glimpse into what makes the man.
An authorized look into this head of state’s life begins with his genealogical origins and sweeps forward in time to the present. This book is an eye opening tale for those who don’t know the Chief very well. For those who are counted as friends, it’s great to finally be able to get “the whole story” in one sitting. Though not a definitive work, at a little over 100 pages, it does handily re-cap his first career in the military, his second career in Civil Service, and his Tribal leadership to this point.
In preparing this work, the author uncovered many great things, with the help of many wonderful people, that a special website has been set up to share extra items, and color photographs, not included in this particular title. It is at www.gregathcompany.com/wyandotte/flyingeagle, there is no charge and it is open to the public.
The book is available through the publisher, a local business, The Gregath Publishing Company. The author will also be at the Wyandotte pow-wow, where she will have copies on hand. Call the author at 918-542-4148 or visit the website for more information.
Story of the life of Leaford Bearskin to be published Thursday, Aug 20 2009
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Gregath Publishing is pleased to announce a new book about the life and times of Chief Leaford Bearskin, Wyandotte Nation, will be available in time for this year’s annual meeting and Pow-Wow, September 11-113, 2009.
Look at ordering your copy today: Kwa-hoo-sha-ha-ke (Flying Eagle) An American Indian Warrior Hero A Glimpse Into the Life of Leaford Bearskin Chief of the Wyandotte Nation, by Fredrea Gregath Cook, 2009. 7×10″, 126 pages, softbound book, indexed, includes photographs. ISBN: 0-944619-96-7/978-0-944619-96-4 G3502-$20.00
More retreat news Tuesday, Jul 28 2009
Genealogy Retreat on the lake: Paid registrants will be signed up for a private E-Group for shared updates and ongoing networking that includes an informal writer’s group atmosphere. Register by October 1, 2009
Also:
Ozark Genealogical Society’s 29th Annual Conference, September 25-26, 2009 (Springfield, MO), has a “Twofer” door prize for the retreat. The lucky winner of this $205.00 value can have 2 full registrations for the price of one. If the winner has already registered, they can add a person, or receive a refund for the second person’s package.
Retreat Update Monday, Jul 27 2009
Genealogy Retreat on the lake has underwent a schedule change. Both genealogy and writing lectures will occur: 17 different sessions in all. Register by October 1, 2009
