The Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Step Towards Justice, 1946-03-05 - 1946-03-05

Item — Box: 5, Folder: 54

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0009

Scope and Contents

The letter discusses a bill that was reported out of the House Committee on Indian Affairs creating an Indian Claims Commission. The bill aims to provide a better system for handling Indian claims, as the current process is deemed inadequate. The letter discusses the history of Indian claims and the challenges faced in obtaining successful settlements. The proposed bill would establish a Commission to handle claims in a more efficient and fair manner. The author, George B. Schwabe, expresses openness to considering alternative plans if they are presented.

Dates

Creation: 1946-03-05 - 1946-03-05

Creator

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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