Transcript of Lillian Case & Pauline Greywater Interview, July 21, 1992
Scope and Contents
The next interview was with Pauline Greywater, born May 19, 1928. The interview took place July 21, 1992, outside of Fort Totten, ND. She also specialized in Dakota folklore. The focus of her interview was Devils Lake. It was called Mne Wakan, Spirit Water, Holy Water, and the Powers of the Water. Misinterpretation led to the name Devils Lake. Also interviewed July 21, 1992 was Lillian Chase, born October 11, 1902. She is the great granddaughter of Chief Sleepy Eye. The stories that she tells are stories that she heard from her grandmother, Shining Wind. Her stories involved Iktomi, the trickster, and the dirty works of Ukto.
Dates
- created: July 21, 1992
Conditions Governing Access
Open for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 1.50 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
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