On the prepositions of the Onondago language, [n.d.]

Mss.497.3.Z3o

Date: n.d. | Size: 1 volume(s), 1 volume, 36 p.

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Abstract

This volume records Onondaga words and their usages. Prepositions discussed and exemplified in alphabetical order by the German.

Background note

David Zeisberger served as a Moravian missionary.

Collection Information

Physical description

1 volume, 36 p.

Provenance

Received and accessioned, 1900 (5790).

Early American History Note

This small, bound notebook contains German equivalents for prepositions in the Onondago language. The manuscript appears to be in David Zeisberger's hand, with his name listed on the title page, although the cardboard cover bears the signature of Paul Zeisberger.

Indexing Terms

Genre(s)

Language Material
Native American Materials

Subject(s)

Indians of North America -- Languages
Language and Linguistics
Native America
Onondaga language
Religion