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The changing character of Fox adoption-feasts

American journal of sociology • 34 • Published In 1929 • Pages: 890-892

By: Michelson, Truman.

Abstract
In this source, Michelson presents a statement, in the nature of a protest, regarding the changing character of Fox adoption-feasts. The paper was first written out by an Indian in Fox syllabary, then the informant dictated an English version. Michelson argues that the English dictated version differs from the written version. Michelson also adds the warning that the informant has Winnebago blood. The conclusion is that the adoption feast is actually an exchange of goods.
Subjects
Mourning
Adoption
Sociocultural trends
Gift giving
Buying and selling
culture
Fox
HRAF PubDate
2014
Region
North America
Sub Region
Eastern Woodlands
Document Type
article
Evaluation
Creator Types
Ethnologist
Linguist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Marlene Martin ; 1976-1977
Field Date
1911-1928
Coverage Date
1911-1928
Coverage Place
not specified
Notes
Truman Michelson
Includes bibliographical references
LCCN
05031884
LCSH
Fox Indians