The Archives

The purpose of the Archives is to keep articles, newspapers, research documents, and any other records relevant to Dokis history safe and accessible. If you have items like these or other types of historic content to keep preserved and shared through digitization, please contact us at: [email protected]

 

 

 

Chief Joseph DokisThis article appeared in the Weekend Magazine May 22, 1971.The Indian NewspaperThe Indian, Vol. 1, December 30, 1885 The “Indian” is from Life Chief Michel Dokis’s personal collection. It was a newspaper thought to have been distributed to Chiefs across Canada. We do not know if there were other editions produced but included this one as material of historic interest.Where Eagles FlyAn Archaeological Survey of Lake NipissingExtract from Dokis Pay List 1850-1950The Pay List contains records of treaty payments made to eligible band members which appears to be the head of each family. You will see the recipient named, their band number along with people in each household who were eligible treaty members. Life Chief Michel Dokis band member #1 is named followed by members of his household. William Dokis is originally listed as a member of Michel Dokis’s household but in 1874 received his own “ticket” with his own household members listed. The Pay List provides clues that are helpful for tracing, cross-referencing genealogy research, and the movement of people throughout their lifetimes. It’s a helpful resource for tracing family lineage.Excerpts from BooksChief Michel D’Aigle Dokis’ activities and the community of Dokis are included in many diverse types of historical publications and books. When you research them, you will often find stories and facts threaded throughout chapters rather than dedicated ones. We have provided a few excerpts as examples for your interest.