Celebrating Native American Heritage Month: Spotlight on the Quapaw Nation 🪶 Honoring the Legacy of the Quapaw Nation 🪶 Join us at Miami Public Library this Native American Heritage Month as we shine a spotlight on the Quapaw Nation. Let’s take this opportunity to learn from their stories, traditions, and contributions, fostering understanding and appreciation for their legacy. Generations ago, the ancestors of the Quapaw lived near the Ohio and Wabash Rivers, alongside the Osage, Omaha, Ponca, and Kaw, sharing the same language. This group was later termed "Dhegiha." They migrated to the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers, where a historical event involving a grapevine rope led to the naming of the Omaha and Quapaw. The Quapaw, whose name means "downriver" in their language (O-ka-xpa), eventually settled near the confluence of the St. Francis and Mississippi Rivers, and later at the Arkansas and Mississippi Rivers. • In 1673, Father Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet were the first Frenchmen to reach the confluence of the Mississippi and Arkansas Rivers, meeting the Quapaw tribe. An Illinois Indian, serving as an interpreter, referred to the Quapaw as "Akansea," which the French adopted. They later named the river and the land, now Arkansas, after this term. • In 1686, explorer Henri de Tonti, representing France, established Arkansas Post at the Quapaw village of Osotouy near the Arkansas River. This led to a strong alliance between the French and the Quapaw, lasting through regional conflicts like the Chickasaw and Natchez Wars. • In 1818, the Treaty of 1818 altered the Quapaw's relationship with the United States after the Louisiana Purchase. They ceded thirty million acres south of the Arkansas River while reserving one million acres between the Arkansas and Ouachita rivers. • In 1824, the Quapaw were forced to cede their land along the Arkansas River and relocate near the Caddo. This removal led to repeated flooding, crop failures, and poor living conditions, causing many Quapaw to suffer from disease and starvation. • In 1833, the Quapaw signed a treaty with the United States, granting them 150 square miles of land in present-day Oklahoma as their tribal reservation. A portion of the tribe was relocated there in 1834, settling near the confluence of the Neosho and Spring Rivers, near modern-day Twin Bridges State Park. • In 1838-1839, the Quapaw were relocated again as surveyors discovered they were on land meant for the Seneca. The government insisted they live in individual homesteads instead of traditional villages, causing discontent. Many Quapaw settled with the Osage at Quapaw Creek and did not return to their reservation until the 1880s. • From 1890-1895, the Quapaw tribe proactively voted to allot their land among themselves in response to land runs and the Dawes Severalty Act of 1887, which proposed distributing 80 acres per person. They established an official tribal roll between 1890-1893, allotting 240 acres to each enrolled member. This decision was ratified by Congress in 1895, leading to the issuance of 236 fee patents in 1897. • In 1894, Father William Kecham founded St. Mary's of the Quapaw, a Catholic church and boarding school complex, at the request of the Quapaw, in response to the U.S. boarding school movement. • In 1904, the discovery of lead and zinc on Quapaw lands generated wealth for some tribal members, but also led to swindling and abuse. The U.S. Government designated Quapaw landowners as "wards," controlling their decisions regarding leasing and finances. Additionally, mining practices caused significant environmental damage, leading to the ongoing Tar Creek Superfund Site. • In 1956, the Quapaw General Council established the Quapaw Governing Resolution, transitioning from a Chief-led system to a seven-member council known as the Quapaw Business Committee for tribal administration. Although the ceremonial chief position briefly continued, traditional leadership by chiefs ended with a new governance structure. To delve deeper into the rich history and present-day life of the Quapaw Nation, we invite you to visit their official website: Quapaw Nation. Let's honor the Quapaw Nation's contributions and celebrate their vibrant culture and history not only this month but every month. Share your reflections and join the conversation in the comments below! 🌍✨ #OGahPah #QuapawNation #OttawaCountyOklahoma #CulturalHeritage #SharedHistory #MiamiPublicLibrary #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #CulturalPreservation #History #Community #MoreThanYourGrandmasLibrary
Join us TODAY from 1:00-2:00 PM or from 4:00-5:00 PM at Miami Public Library for FREE Tai Chi classes! These classes are possible thanks to the generous grant funding from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. #HealthLiteracy #TaiChi #MoreThanYourGrandmasLibrary
📦🔒 Stay Safe from Fake Shipping Notifications! 🔒📦 When you order something online, you might get several emails or text messages about your order: confirming your order, telling you it shipped, saying it's out for delivery, and notifying you about delivery. 📩📲 Did you know that scammers send fake package shipment and delivery notifications to try to steal people's personal information—not just at the holidays, but all year long? 😱🚫 Here's what you need to know to protect yourself from these scams. Check out this article from the Federal Trade Commission Consumer Advice website: https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/12/fake-shipping-notification-emails-and-text-messages-what-you-need-know-holiday-season Stay vigilant and protect your personal information! 🛡️💻 #MiamiPublicLibrary #OttawaCountyOK #StaySafeOnline #ProtectYourself #ScamAwareness #FinancialLiteracy #StayInformed #StayAlert 📦🔒 ¡Manténgase a salvo de las notificaciones de envío falsas!🔒📦 Cuando usted pide algo en línea, es posible que reciba varios correos electrónicos o mensajes de texto sobre su pedido: confirmando su pedido, informándole que fue enviado, informando que está listo para ser entregado y notificándole sobre la entrega.📩📲 ¿Sabías que los estafadores envían notificaciones falsas de envío y entrega de paquetes para intentar robar información personal de las personas, no solo en las fiestas, sino durante todo el año? 😱🚫 Esto es lo que necesita saber para protegerse de estas estafas. Consulte este artículo del sitio web de asesoramiento al consumidor de la Comisión Federal de Comercio: https://consumidor.ftc.gov/alertas-para-consumidores/2023/12/emails-y-mensajes-de-texto-con-notificaciones-de-envio-falsas-lo-que-necesitas-saber-para-esta
🎥 Celebrate World Television Day with Miami Public Library! 📺 Hello, Ottawa County! Today is World Television Day, and we're curious—what's currently on your watchlist? Share your favorite shows or movies with us in the comments, and let's see what everyone is enjoying during this cozy season! 🍂✨ If you're looking for some autumn inspiration, check out Newsbank's Fall Watchlist. It's perfect for a binge-watching session that captures the spirit of the season. Whether you're in the mood for a heartwarming drama or a thrilling mystery, there's something for everyone. 🛋️ Settle in, grab some snacks, and dive into these fall-inspired picks: ow.ly/Ccwy50TQr9M. #WorldTelevisionDay #NewsBank @NewsBank #FallFavorites #MiamiPublicLibrary #OttawaCountyOK 📚🍿
#WordWednesday This week is all about abbreviations for texting!📲 Texting has existed for over 25 years, and it’s estimated that 8 trillion text messages are sent globally every year. Like it or not, texting abbreviations (like the ubiquitous “LOL”) are very commonly used in messages—and not knowing their meaning can, at best, cause confusion and, at worst, get you in trouble. Why abbreviate? In the past, text messages were expensive to send and receive before “unlimited talk and text” data plans. Every character was precious because messages were limited to 160 characters. Texting using a standard telephone keypad was also a laborious process, requiring multiple key presses per character. So mobile phone users adapted to clunky keypads and character limits by abbreviating common words and phrases. As texting became popular, a new language of acronyms and texting abbreviations evolved and became embedded in texting and internet culture. Despite our smartphones having full keyboards, texting abbreviations are convenient shortcuts and remain a staple in communications worldwide. Here is a list of common texting abbreviations: 🔹BC: Because 🔹BTW: By the way 🔹CYA: See ya 🔹DM: Direct message 🔹FTW: For the win 🔹FWIW: For what it’s worth 🔹IDK: I don’t know 🔹IMO: in my opinion 🔹IRL: In real life 🔹JK: Just kidding 🔹LMK: Let me know 🔹LOL: Laughing out loud Occasionally mistaken for “Lots Of Love,” LOL is one of the most widely known texting abbreviations and has been around for almost 30 years. 🔹NBD: No big deal 🔹NP: No problem 🔹NSFW: Not safe for work. 🔹NVM: Nevermind 🔹OMG: Oh my God 🔹OTOH: On the other hand 🔹OMW: On my way 🔹ROFL: Rolling on floor laughing 🔹SO: Significant other 🔹TBH: To be honest 🔹THX: Thanks 🔹TMI: Too much information 🔹TTYL: Talk to you later 🔹YOLO: You only live once Do you use any that aren't listed here? Drop them in the comments. #WordWednesday #WordNerd #MoreThanYourGrandmasLibrary #Texting #Abbreviations
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