The Role of Credit in Native Adaptation to the Great Basin Ranching Economy.

Knack, Martha C.

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ERIC Number: EJ386042

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Publication Date: 1987

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The Role of Credit in Native Adaptation to the Great Basin Ranching Economy.

Knack, Martha C.

American Indian Culture and Research Journal, v11 n1 p43-65 1987

Examines Nevada rancher's account books to explain details of relationship between Great Basin Indian laborers and White employers during the late 19th century. Describes Indians' work, pay rates, purchases, seasonal food availability, and credit arrangements. Examines Indians' social, economic lives and their incorporation into debt/wage system. (TES)

Descriptors: Agricultural Laborers, American Indian History, American Indians, Culture Contact, Farm Management, Labor Economics, Labor Utilization, Social Control, Socioeconomic Influences

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Historical Materials; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Nevada

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