Pow-Wow Smith

late 19th century lawman

  • Also known as Deputy Sheriff Pow-Wow Smith,Ohiyesa,Ohiyesa "Pow-Wow" Smith,Sheriff Pow-Wow Smith

Ohiyesa was a Sioux Indian, nicknamed Pow-Wow Smith, who was the Sheriff of the small Western town of Elkhorn. Ohiyesa means "The Winner" in his native language. Ancestor of the mid 20th century Pow-Wow Smith.

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