Autograph of B.F. Overton with his designation “Chief of Chickasaws” on a 2 7/8 x 4 ¼ card.

The Chickasaw Nation, home to a Native American people, is located in south central Oklahoma.  BENJAMIN FRANKLIN OVERTON served in both the house and the senate of the Chickasaw legislature and has served as a delegate for the Chickasaw tribe to Washington numerous times throughout his career. In 1874, Overton became a candidate for governor, opposing the incumbent Cyrus Harris. The two were opposite in leadership styles and political factions. Overton was aggressive.  But both were astute politicians. Overton won the tense 1874 election and was re-elected in 1876, 1882.  Overton was a firm advocate for the improvement of Chickasaw education and established the Chickasaw neighborhood school system.

Light toning. Tiny adhesive remnant on verso. Else excellent.

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