1949 Correspondence on Repealing Federal Indian Liquor Laws, 1949-04-25

Item — Box: DP 6, Folder: 89

Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_6_89_0001

Scope and Contents

The document is a letter from James E. Curry to Congressman Carl Albert regarding the National Congress of American Indians' interest in sponsoring legislation to amend or repeal laws that forbid the sale of liquor to Indians. The document includes excerpts from the NCAI minutes discussing the discriminatory nature of the Federal Indian Liquor Laws and the need for their repeal to uphold principles of equality for all citizens, including Indians. The document also includes statements from various individuals supporting the repeal of these laws.

Dates

Creation: 1949-04-25

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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