Slow Progress: A Review of Indian Affairs in the 82nd Congress, 1951-03-06

Item — Box: 27, Folder: 56

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_3_27_56_0002

Scope and Contents

The report discusses the lack of progress in Congress regarding legislation affecting Native American rights, as well as correspondence with Canadian and American Indian rights organizations. It emphasizes the importance of unity among Native Americans through their national organization. The report also touches on debates about the administration of Indian Affairs, including concerns about mismanagement and the establishment of area offices. It concludes with a mention of tribal resolutions protesting staff reductions at a specific Indian Agency.

Dates

Creation: 1951-03-06

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

Access Restriction

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