Advocating for Indian Rights: A Plea for Justice and Recognition, 1946-03-08 - 1946-03-08

Item — Box: 5, Folder: 52

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_5_52_0002

Scope and Contents

Mrs. Hanes wrote a letter to Congressman Schwabe expressing her support for the pending Indian Claims Commission Bill. She mentions her age and contributions to World Wars I and II, and urges Schwabe to help Native Americans receive the benefits they are owed. She emphasizes the long wait for a settlement and the importance of timely action. Schwabe responds, expressing gratitude for her support and acknowledging the need for justice for Native Americans.

Dates

Creation: 1946-03-08 - 1946-03-08

Creator

From the Collection: Schwabe, George Blaine, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1951-1952); 8th Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives (1921-1923); Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from Nowata County (1919-1923), 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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