On this page, I am making available transcriptions and preliminary analyses of historic texts in Native American languages.
Disclaimer: These are texts whose analysis is still in progress. There are various incomplete portions and inconsistencies. Please check with me before citing these materials.
Choctaw language historical materials
1884 Choctaw Nation vs Osbun Davis and Stephen Abitanya
Summary: Osbun Davis and Stephen Abitaya were accused of killing Jackson Gibson in a dispute about stolen livestock. The court found probable cause to refer to the case to the Grand Jury.
Part 1: Joshlin Lewis’ evidence
Part 2: Thompson Noahanya’s evidence
Part 3: Interrogation of Thompson Noahanya
Part 4: Lorance William’s evidence.
1884 Choctaw Nation vs Ruben Fuller
Summary: Ruben Fuller was accused of disturbing the Bacon family. The court found him not guilty.
Part 1: Mrs Bacon’s evidence
Part 2: Silin Bacon’s evidence
Part 3: Lucy Byington’s evidence