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Correspondence Regarding Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes' Internal Affairs, 1958, 1956-12-03

 Item — Box: 30, Folder: 27B
Identifier: CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0006
Correspondence Regarding Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes' Internal Affairs, 1958, 1956-12-03
Correspondence Regarding Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes' Internal Affairs, 1958, 1956-12-03

Scope and Contents

The document consists of a series of letters regarding a matter concerning the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes. The letters discuss the legality of certain elections and decisions made by the tribes' Business Committee, as well as concerns about separation issues and the lack of proper representation of the tribes' interests. The Kiowa Progressive Organization expresses opposition to the dissolution of the tribes' affiliation and questions the methods used by the Business Committee. They also appeal for a postponement of tribal elections and raise concerns about the economic impact of the separation. The letters are addressed to various officials and government representatives for further action and consideration.

Dates

  • Creation: 1956-12-03

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Full Extent

6 Pages

Abstract

85th Congress (1957-1959); 80th Congress (1947-1949)

Related Materials

Apache Indians; Comanche Indians; Iowa Indians; Kiowa Indians

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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