Correspondence Regarding the Indian Claims Commission and Tribal Appropriations, 1951-01-01 - 1953-12-31
Scope and Contents
The document discusses a memorial prepared by the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes regarding the need for increased appropriations to address claims filed before the Indian Claims Commission. The memorial highlights the inadequate funding for the Commission and the Department of Justice, resulting in delays in processing the claims. It emphasizes the importance of providing a speedy and final resolution for the claims of various Indian tribes.
Dates
- Creation: 1951-01-01 - 1953-12-31
Creator
- From the Collection: Belcher, Page Henry, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma (1951-1973), 1899-1980 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
Full Extent
5 Pages
Abstract
82nd (1951-1953); 83rd (1953-1955)
General
Native Americans
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository