Concerns Regarding H.R.2403: A Request for Hearing, 1945-05-10

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 7

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_7_0006

Scope and Contents

The letter is regarding H.R. 2403 which aims to prohibit the use of peyote in Indian religious ceremonies. Mr. Thompson and Chief Victor Griffin are requesting a hearing before the Committee on Indian Affairs to protest against the bill. They argue that peyote is not harmful and is an important part of their religious practices. Mr. Thompson suggests that if the bill passes, there should be exceptions for Indians to use peyote for religious purposes without taxation or prohibition. Chief Victor Griffin and Mr. Thompson are seeking support from Congressman George B. Schwabe to allow them to be heard before the bill is reported out favorably.

Dates

Creation: 1945-05-10

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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