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Handcuffing as Disciplinary Method in Chilocco Indian School: A Controversial Debate, 1969-04-07

 Item — Box: 141, Folder: 9
Identifier: CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0046
Handcuffing as Disciplinary Method in Chilocco Indian School: A Controversial Debate, 1969-04-07
Handcuffing as Disciplinary Method in Chilocco Indian School: A Controversial Debate, 1969-04-07

Scope and Contents

The article discusses allegations of abuse and misconduct at Chilocco Indian School, including reports of students being beaten, handcuffed, and given alcohol. The superintendent of the school, Dr. Leon Wall, denies the allegations and calls them untrue. The Bureau of Indian Affairs conducted an investigation into the claims, which were made public by U.S. Senator Lee Metcalf. Wall defends the use of handcuffing as a disciplinary measure for intoxicated students. The report also mentions concerns about the timing of the release of the report.

Dates

  • Creation: 1969-04-07

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Full Extent

1 Pages

Abstract

91st (1969-1971)

Related Materials

Chilocco Indians

General

Native Americans

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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