Concerns Regarding Employment Practices at Talihina Indian Hospital, 1948-08-15

Item — Box: 4, Folder: 22

Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_4_22_0001

Scope and Contents

The letter is from Bob Wade to Congressman Bill Stigler regarding issues at the Talihina Indian Hospital, where Wade used to work. He outlines instances of unfair treatment and discrimination against Indian employees, including his father and Miss Effie King. He also mentions Mrs. Powell, a white employee who received preferential treatment and is prejudiced against Indians. Wade seeks Stigler's help in addressing these issues and mentions that he previously spoke with Carl Albert about the situation.

Dates

Creation: 1948-08-15

Creator

Lookout, Fred, Principal Chief of the Osage Nation, 1861-1949 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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