Theodore Roosevelt Monument, July 2, 1924

The Teddy Roosevelt Monument still resides by the Old Railroad Station in Mandan.  A. B. Welch sitting in front of the Indian Delegation.

Welch sitting in front of Indian Delegation

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Participants in the Dedication Ceremony Photo identified:

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Members of the Four Tribes (Mandan, Gros Ventre, Arikara and Sioux), led by A. B. Welch, prepare to join the Teddy Roosevelt Dedication Ceremony :

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Welch with unnamed rider, July 4, 1924

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Looks like Welch in the lead of parade of Elbowoods Indians, joining the Teddy Roosevelt Monument Dedication Ceremony :

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A. B. Welch kept trying to sell himself to Ford and Chevrolet as a unique Advertising Opportunity

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Unveiling Teddy Roosevelt’s Statue at the Dedication Ceremony, July 4, 1924

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