Concerned Choctaw Indians from Bryan County: An Appeal to Representative Clem McSpadden, 1973-06-14

Item — Box: DP 111, Folder: 37

Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0006

Scope and Contents

Katherine Monroy, a descendant of full-blood Choctaw Indian, is facing the threat of losing part of her family's restricted Indian land in a lawsuit brought by non-Indian neighbors. She believes the lawsuit is unjust and highlights the involvement of the Chief of the Choctaw Nation and his attorney, who are siding with the non-Indian plaintiffs. Monroy is seeking support and attention to the unfair situation her family is facing.

Dates

Creation: 1973-06-14

Creator

Belvin, Harry J.W., Principal Chief Of Choctaw Nation, 1900-1986 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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