Concerns Regarding H.R. 2403 and the Use of Peyote by Native Americans, 1945-04-23

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 7

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_7_0004

Scope and Contents

The letter discusses a bill, H.R. 2403, which seeks to curtail the use of peyote and its impact on Indian tribes who use it for religious ceremonies. The author, Mr. Thompson, is seeking information and guidance on the matter and is considering potential actions to take regarding the bill. The Quapaw Indians are particularly concerned about the potential impact of the bill on their religious practices.

Dates

Creation: 1945-04-23

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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