If you like to read persons who accomplish; about them as collectors; about them as coming to the aid of another with genealogy, you will enjoy reading this lengthy article that encoompasses this and then some! This Story of Bill Black, and the Legacy he has handed down to the People in this part of our life spectrum is a story of dedication and trust that was built out of leadership and love which he built upon. The story encompasses our vast Puget Sound region Bellingham to Puyallup, specifically but far beyond. Born as an Okanogan Indian, Black became a federal employee with the BIA or Bureau of Indian Affairs (at one time under the War Department). He had the knack of dealing with problems among various tribes. It is no wonder that he had 27 wonderful years of BIA service, and was BIA superintendent! Bill Black had planned at least another 3 yrs of service, but at age 53, is losing his singing voice, and his multi-talented hobbies are being affected he has had to retire. He relys on oxygen tanks these days. His wife, Patty met Bill at Everett CC. Read about them as collectors, read about the genealogy they accomplished to help a lady. Read about Bill's accomplishments: Ref The HERALD, Everett WA Date: Mon Oct 15, 2001 http://heraldnet.com/search/ Page(s) A1, A6 Main Section, Headline Title: A man for all tribes Once distrusted by Indians he served, BIA superintendent Bill Black retires with appreciation for 27 years of service to area tribes. Author: Theresa Goffredo, Herald Writer COMMENT: A lengthy article, well worth reading about a man of compassion who is multi-talented via his perspective of this world, his many pastimes, including provision of genealogical help to lady of 70 to find her family roots. Another story of great compassion, and dedication, which is now being challenged by his health, but Bill and Patty will work through it all with their Love devotion to People. Carroll in Snohomish * * * 30 * * * http://heraldnet.com/search/ Article: COMMENT: