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04/04/2025

𝗭𝗮𝗵𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝗸𝗶𝘆𝗮-𝗸𝘂 𝗠𝗰𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗻 is an American actor of Native American descent, born on October 24, 1966, in Denver, Colorado, USA. He is of Hunkpapa Lakota heritage, a Native American tribe within the Lakota lineage. McClarnon has had a diverse and successful acting career, appearing in films, television shows, and on stage.
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One of McClarnon's most notable roles is as Mathias in the A&E television series "Longmire." This role helped him gain attention from the public and marked his presence in the film industry. McClarnon has also participated in other film and television projects such as "Fargo," "Westworld," "Barkskins," and "Doctor Sleep."
Beyond his acting career, McClarnon has contributed to Native American culture by portraying characters and stories of the Native American community on screen. His roles often carry a humanitarian aspect and reflect the issues and experiences of Native Americans in modern society. He has worked diligently to portray diversity and depth in his roles, helping to increase awareness and understanding of Native American culture and life.
By engaging in film and television projects and portraying Native American characters with sensitivity and authenticity, Zahn Tokiya-ku McClarnon has contributed to the diversification and development of the entertainment industry while honoring and respecting the culture of the Native American community. Additionally, McClarnon has been actively involved in social and political activities within the Native American community, using his influence to advocate for the rights and fairness of his people. Through his career and activism, he has become a symbol of pride and dedication to the Native American community, dedicating his life to shedding light on and contributing to the development and progress of this community.
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04/04/2025

SOILED DOVES (prostitutes), circa 1890. The mirror in a Miles City (Montana) brothel showed the reflection of the photographer as he fired his explosive powder flash, which could easily singe skin and eyebrows. Artistic bravura in a terrific composition! At left was a display for Sen-Sen breath freshener. Customers commonly left their photos with their favorite gal at the establishment.

Miles City was founded in 1877 when Col. Nelson A. Miles, commander of Fort Keogh, booted civilian sellers of alcohol from military land. The venerable but underfunded Montana Historical Society has 3,600 Morrison negatives, and has yet to post one Morrison photo on its website. Without an online presence, our history is unseen by the young and by those of us who cannot travel to Helena. Text and small-file digital restoration of a low-resolution source by Gary Coffrin. As always, I hope PC users will click image to enlarge/clarify.

04/03/2025

𝐃𝐞𝐛 𝐇𝐚𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔.𝐒. 𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐭
Deb Haaland, born on December 2, 1960, in Winslow, Arizona, is a member of the Laguna Pueblo tribe and the first Native American woman to serve as the U.S. Secretary of the Interior.
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Coming from a military family—her father was a Marine veteran, and her mother worked in the Navy—Haaland faced many challenges before earning her degree from the University of New Mexico and later obtaining a law degree. Entering politics with the goal of advocating for Native American rights, she became one of the first two Native women elected to Congress in 2018 before joining the U.S. Cabinet in 2021. As a leader, Haaland has focused on issues such as protecting sacred Native lands, combating excessive resource exploitation, and promoting policies to support education and healthcare for Indigenous communities. Notably, she played a key role in restoring the Bears Ears National Monument and advancing the MMIW initiative to address the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women. Her contributions are not only politically significant but also symbolize the rise of Native Americans in the U.S. leadership system.
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04/03/2025

"Dawn Michelle Staley (born May 4, 1970) is an American basketball coach and former player who is the head coach for the South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball team. A point guard, she played college basketball for the Virginia Cavaliers and spent eight seasons in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), primarily with the Charlotte Sting. Staley also played on the United States women's national basketball team, winning three gold medals at the Olympic Games from 1996 to 2004, and was the head coach of the team that won an Olympic gold medal in 2021.
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She is the first person to win the Naismith Award as both a player and a coach.
During her college career with Virginia from 1988 to 1992, Staley set the NCAA record for steals, the school record for points, and the ACC record for assists. She played professionally in the American Basketball League (ABL) during its three years of operation before being selected ninth overall by the Sting in the 1999 WNBA draft. As a member of the Sting and the Houston Comets, she received six consecutive WNBA All-Star selections from 2001 to her final season in 2006. Staley spent most of her WNBA career simultaneously serving as the head coach of the Temple Owls women's basketball team from 2000 to 2008, leading them to six NCAA tournaments, three regular-season conference championships, and four conference tournament titles.
After becoming South Carolina's head coach in 2008, Staley rebuilt the Gamecocks into one of the top women's basketball programs. During her 16 seasons, she has led South Carolina to eight SEC regular season championships, eight SEC tournament championships, eight Sweet Sixteens, five Final Fours, and three NCAA women's basketball national championships, including the school's first in 2017 and a perfect season in 2024. Staley was inducted to the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012 and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2013.
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04/03/2025

Leisure - what is it? It is that beautiful something that escapes us most of the time. Leisure, like most everything else, can be found if we truly want it. We seem to have the ability to do most of what we set our minds to do, and the less important things can be set aside for this particular thing. We get pretty stale when we never take time to relax. A few hours of getting away from even a beloved madhouse will make a new human being out of a bundle of nerves. Pursuit of leisure is to lose it. We can't suddenly say that the next five minutes will be for complete relaxation. It takes that long to begin to unwind. Gaiety and rhythm and frivolity are shunned by most minds. But if there are none of these, even in the smallest amounts, then leisure is more of a restless shuffling - like a night out with no place to go. We need to exercise our minds a little to achieve any goal, and leisure is definitely a goal!

04/02/2025

BEAR BULL, Siksika (Northern Blackfoot of Canada) elder, 1926. Bear Bull had a tightly woven topknot of braided hair above the forehead, which indicated he was a keeper of a Thunder Medicine Pipe bundle. Clay dust gave a lighter color to his hair below the topknot. I regularly post my restorations of Old West photos, and the stunning side-profile portrait grabbed my notice. The Siksika Nation is in Alberta, Canada.

Photographer Edward S. Curtis published “The North American Indian,” a 20-volume work that took 23 years to complete. It contained 1,500 photographs, a forward by President Teddy Roosevelt, and the first written history for several tribes. If using a PC, click image to enlarge/clarify. Commentary and digital restoration of photo by Gary Coffrin.

04/02/2025

𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐃𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞, whose real name is Geswanouth Slahoot, was a Canadian actor, poet, and writer of Indigenous descent. He was born on July 24, 1899, belonging to the Tsleil-Waututh (Salish) tribe, in a settlement near North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He became widely known for his acting career, especially in films portraying Indigenous characters.
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Chief Dan George gained further prominence after his role in the classic film "Little Big Man" (1970), where he portrayed a wise, philosophical elder named Old Lodge Skins. This role earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, making him the first Canadian Indigenous person to receive such a nomination.
In addition to his acting career, Chief Dan George was renowned for his writing and poetry, expressing his love and reverence for Indigenous culture. His cultural contributions extended to writing books and essays, helping to spread and preserve the cultural heritage of the Tsleil-Waututh and other Indigenous peoples.
Chief Dan George was also a prominent social activist, advocating for the honoring and protection of Indigenous rights. He worked tirelessly to raise awareness on issues such as Indigenous leadership, environmental conservation, and fair treatment of Indigenous peoples in society.
Beyond his artistic career and social activism, Chief Dan George was also known as a speaker and spiritual leader for the Indigenous community. He often participated in events, workshops, and discussions to share knowledge, inspire others, and encourage confidence and pride within his community.
Chief Dan George also contributed to promoting education and community development among Indigenous peoples. He supported various educational and cultural projects, providing opportunities for younger generations to learn and thrive. He frequently engaged in educational activities and programs to foster understanding and respect for Indigenous culture and history.
To this day, Chief Dan George's legacy lives on through his artistic works, literature, and community activities, continuing to influence and inspire future generations about the importance of cultural diversity and the significance of protecting and respecting the rights of Indigenous communities.
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04/02/2025

Charlie Russell’s 1908 Christmas card was a lighthearted gem.

Russell went into seclusion in his studio for weeks before Christmas to create personal gifts of paintings, drawings, models, and cards. These smaller works revealed the gentler, more humorous side of Russell. To enlarge on a PC, click the image. -Gary Coffrin

04/01/2025

𝗭𝗮𝗵𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝗸𝗶𝘆𝗮-𝗸𝘂 𝗠𝗰𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗻 is an American actor of Native American descent, born on October 24, 1966, in Denver, Colorado, USA. He is of Hunkpapa Lakota heritage, a Native American tribe within the Lakota lineage. McClarnon has had a diverse and successful acting career, appearing in films, television shows, and on stage.
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One of McClarnon's most notable roles is as Mathias in the A&E television series "Longmire." This role helped him gain attention from the public and marked his presence in the film industry. McClarnon has also participated in other film and television projects such as "Fargo," "Westworld," "Barkskins," and "Doctor Sleep."
Beyond his acting career, McClarnon has contributed to Native American culture by portraying characters and stories of the Native American community on screen. His roles often carry a humanitarian aspect and reflect the issues and experiences of Native Americans in modern society. He has worked diligently to portray diversity and depth in his roles, helping to increase awareness and understanding of Native American culture and life.
By engaging in film and television projects and portraying Native American characters with sensitivity and authenticity, Zahn Tokiya-ku McClarnon has contributed to the diversification and development of the entertainment industry while honoring and respecting the culture of the Native American community. Additionally, McClarnon has been actively involved in social and political activities within the Native American community, using his influence to advocate for the rights and fairness of his people. Through his career and activism, he has become a symbol of pride and dedication to the Native American community, dedicating his life to shedding light on and contributing to the development and progress of this community.
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03/30/2025

Happy 80th Birthday, Danny Trejo!
Danny Trejo, born on May 16, 1944, in Los Angeles, California, is a renowned American actor (of Mexican descent) known for his distinctive appearance and frequent roles as a villain in many action and crime films. Having endured a difficult childhood and many years in prison for drug-related and violent offenses, Trejo found a way out through participating in rehabilitation programs and becoming a boxing champion in prison.
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His acting career began by chance when he was invited to be a drug counselor for a film, leading to many small roles and eventually major roles in films like "Desperado," "Heat," "From Dusk Till Dawn," and "Machete."
Besides his acting career, Trejo is also a successful entrepreneur with a chain of restaurants, Trejo’s Tacos and Trejo’s Coffee & Donuts in Los Angeles. He actively participates in charitable activities, particularly helping those struggling with drug addiction, using his life experiences to become a motivational speaker and advisor, positively impacting the community.
Danny Trejo's contributions to indigenous culture are significant. With his Mexican heritage, he takes pride in his cultural background and often uses his platform to raise awareness about the issues faced by indigenous and Latino communities. Trejo participates in numerous projects and events that support and honor indigenous culture while promoting the preservation and development of traditional values. He also leverages his fame and influence to advocate for the rights of marginalized communities, contributing to building a fair and respectful society that embraces cultural diversity.
Danny Trejo is not only an icon in the entertainment industry but also an active advocate for indigenous communities and their cultural values, consistently striving to make a positive difference in society.
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03/29/2025

"Catch and Saddle Race," 1914. The initial chaos and congestion were captured by M.B. 'Doc' Marcell. Click to enlarge to see the only Native American, a man with his long braid visible below his tall hat at the upper right quadrant.

Contestant #15 wore a flat cap, preferred by immigrants from the British Isles. Some wore Angora chaps. White shirts all, and several with sleeve garters. Most wore heavy-wool California pants; denim was worn by laborers and farmers. Other event photos showed some contestants wearing ties. Cowboys were displaying the same skills they used to retrieve horses from the rope corral at a round-up.

Photographer Doc Marcell had previously worked as a vaudeville entertainer, a traveling con-man, a journalist. Marcell published photo postcards of the Miles City (Montana) Round Up and other rodeos across the Northwest. Text and digital restoration of photo by Gary Coffrin.

03/28/2025

BIG SKY COUNTRY, 1941. The combine was harvesting wheat north of Culbertson, in far northeastern Montana. Yields that year were exceptionally high, about forty bushels per acre. The area was not far from where my grandparents homesteaded.

Female photographer Marion Post Wolcott took the photo while working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. During 1935-44, the small group of FSA photographers developed the greatest collection of modern documentary photographs in the world. Wolcott’s view reminded me of the many wheat fields I saw during my youth on the nearly treeless prairies of Eastern Montana. Text and Photoshop restoration of image by Gary Coffrin.

03/27/2025

"But we have to stick by the wisdom of our ancestors..." --Paula Weasel Head, BLOOD– A long time ago the Elders and our ancestors learned to walk on the Earth and to live in harmony. They were taught the Laws which govern everything, and they were taught traditional values. This wisdom should be made available to the younger generations. We need to speak to the Elders and learn from them. We need to do this so we can pass the knowledge on to our children. My Creator, help me learn the wisdom of my ancestors.

03/27/2025

If you don't know what to do about a situation - wait awhile, the answer will come. If weariness overcomes you before you've completed a difficult job, wait awhile, you'll get your second wind. If you do not agree with someone else's philosophy, don't fret, perhaps later you will come to know that the same philosophy can be reached from many different directions. If you think the activities of another person or group are frivolous and unnecessary, wait a bit, they most likely will feel the same way about you sometime. If you don't like what others have to say, wait, they may clarify it - or you may change your mind. If life hasn't dished you unhappiness, wait a bit, if you've planted any happiness seeds, you will also reap. We can't always wait, but sometimes waiting is action, and action of the hardest kind. It is difficult to keep quiet when you have something to say, but it more often saves your face later and sometimes your life.

03/27/2025

We are the designers, the engineers, the builders of our lives. But we are notorious for not staying with any one of these things to complete it because we are afraid something is developing in another area that we don't know about. Stick to it. Study it out and get so involved that nothing else can compete in importance. See each detail, measure every idea, refine and improve until you know it like the back of your hand. Be steady and consistent and never count yourself so important that you cannot stand corrected. Albert Einstein put it this way: If A equals success, then the formula is A equals X plus Y and Z, with X being work, Y being play, and Z keeping your mouth shut. ~ For him [the old Indian] to sit upon the ground is to be able to think more deeply and to feel more keenly; he can see more clearly into the mysteries of life. ~

03/27/2025

I don't know what time it is, It may be very late, But I have dreams to dream and thoughts to think that simply cannot wait. I don't know what the weather is, it may be sun or snow. But in these books and at this time are things I need to know. I'm not so sure that I'm alone, or if there's someone there; It would be nice to hear a voice, for there is much to share. I don't need to know your faults, they may not be for me. No critic enters in this place, nor do my faults they see, For only One Pure Being knows the time, or shows through your dear face, Only the One Presence fills our hearts to share this quiet place.

03/27/2025

A lady of much wisdom has often remarked, "If you want to feel well all the time and feel alive, you have to keep the rhythm in your body." Rhythm, the gentle, easy flow of life. Ordinarily we think of keeping time with music when we think of rhythm. The very idea of allowing one's self the frivolity of feeling rhythm - and such a wonderful idea! There is an underlying rhythm to all of living. Wherever there is life, there is that pulsating rhythm that has everything on the move. There is harmony and there is a subtle smoothness to finding one's own pace. When we get out of step and resist that pace, we have "one of those days" when everything goes wrong. William Shakespeare wrote, "The man that hath no music in himself, nor is not moved with concord of sweet sounds, Is fit for treasons, stratagems, and spoils; the motions of his spirit are dull as night, and his affections dark as Erebus. Let no such man be trusted."

03/27/2025

𝗔𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗲𝗸 inside a sheep herder’s wagon, circa 1910. L.A. Huffman captured the portrait near Miles City, Montana. The herder was wearing warm winter clothes. His lined gloves were near his hat on the bed, while another hat rested on his knee. Hanging with his rifle was a wire dog muzzle.

In the years after the winter of 1886-87 that killed about 60 percent of Montana’s cattle, many Eastern Montana ranchers survived by raising sheep. The first two books about L.A. Huffman, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘳 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 and 𝘉𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘉𝘢𝘳𝘣𝘦𝘥 𝘞𝘪𝘳𝘦, each had 125 photos and extensive regional history. On a PC, click image to clarify/enlarge. Text and digital restoration of photo by Gary Coffrin.

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