1972 Queen: Joette Thayer

Summary:

1972-1973 Shoshone Indian Days Queen

Description:

Joette Thayer competed for the Queen title and was crowned the 1972 Shoshone Indian Days Queen. It is said that she was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary Post 81 and received a beautiful shawl donated by Hines General Store.

1st Attendant: Darlene Weed

2nd Attendant: Judy Day

Enrolled Tribe: N/A

Age: N/A

Dance Style: N/A

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People:

Joette Thayer

1972: Darlene Weed (1st Attendant)

Digital Heritage

Community

Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Pow-wow

1972: Judy Day (2nd Attendant)

Digital Heritage

Community

Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Pow-wow


	Created: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 - 11:30


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1972: Darlene Weed (1st Attendant)

1972: Judy Day (2nd Attendant)

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